Distance-running plans are chock-full of workouts that improve metrics like VO2 max and lactate threshold to help you run faster for longer. But coach Scott Johnston looks beyond these traditional ...

If you’re a long-distance runner, getting faster and stronger takes more than just piling on miles. Success comes from having a smart training plan and knowing how to push through plateaus, especially ...

A tool that can make run/walking even more effective, especially for athletes ready to get faster? The treadmill. Pairing ...

When runners talk physiology, two terms tend to dominate the conversation: VO2 max and lactate threshold. Although the two metrics are related, they are not the same – and they shape performance in ...

Carl Leivers began his career at Emory University where he coached the men’s cross country and distance track runners. During his time there, he earned multiple coach of the year honors and placed two ...