All it takes is cream, motion and a few miles on the trail.

WHEN I FIRST started running long distances, I had one goal: go as fast as I could for as long as I could. I ran the same 5k route a few times a week, always aiming to go faster. Every time out needed ...

It's time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. I'm joined by two of the show's reporters, Regina Barber and Rachel Carlson. Hey, y'all. REGINA BARBER, BYLINE: Hi.

Even if you’re a runner, you may not have heard the term “Jeffing” before. It’s a method of alternating between running and walking and it’s become a popular way to train for long-distance races. It’s ...

This means if you burned 400 calories during your run, you could burn an additional 24-60 calories in the hours following your workout. When people wonder how many calories does running a mile burn, ...

On Sunday, more than 50,000 athletes are expected to compete in the New York City Marathon, one of the largest, and most elite marathons in the world. Running a continuous 26.2 miles is a major ...

If you've ever laced up a pair of Nike Air sneakers, you already know the feeling – the bounce in your step, the effortless heel-to-toe transition, and that almost weightless sensation. But what’s ...