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Build Endurance, Efficiency, and Mental Toughness with Long Runs

May 7, 2025.

By Ashley Mateo

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Should You Be Doing Longer Long Runs?

By Scott Douglas

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Are Your Long Runs Too Long?

By Kristine Kearns

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Does Running Longer Make You Faster?

By Danielle Zickl

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The Proper Pace for Marathoners’ Long Runs

By Pete Pfitzinger, M.S. and Scott Douglas

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Jun 12, 2025

Long Run Tips

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8 Common Mistakes That Could Be Ruining Your Long Runs

By Monique Lebrun

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Do You Really Need to Do a Long Run Every Sunday?

By Jeff Dengate and Aly Ellis

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Should You Split Up Your Long Run?

By Caitlin Carlson

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What to Eat Before a Long Run

by Jennifer Acker

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How to Not Quit Your Long Runs

By Matt Rudisill

Jun 12, 2025

The Footwear, Tools, and Tricks We Use to Recover

By Jeff Dengate and Aly Ellis

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5 Things to Consider Before Bailing on a Long Run

By Scott Douglas

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How Many Long Runs Do You Need to Be Race Ready?

By Jenessa Connor

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Is It Okay to Take Breaks During a Long Run?

By Ashley Mateo

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Do These 3 Things After a Long Run

By Matt Rudisill

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The Case Against Exclusive Long Runs

By Emilia Benton

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How to Avoid Post-Long Run Fatigue

By Ashley Mateo

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How Slow Is Too Slow for Long Runs?

By Laurel Leicht

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Hack Your Long Run: Sign Up for a Race

By Jeff Dengate and Aly Ellis

when and how to adjust your long runs for all sorts of changes in your schedule

When and How to Change (or Skip) Your Long Runs

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How to Chunk Your Long Runs

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How to 'Chunk' Your Next Long Run

By Runner's World Editors