Since last week's topic was interval training, I want to cover another type of faster running, the tempo run.

First of all, it's important to remember that incorporating faster running into a routine is not just for competitive runners. Doing different types of running (like changing speeds) will keep you from getting into a rut. If you do the same kind of running every time, it's likely you'll get bored with it, and your body will get bored with it, too.

Tempo runs are one of the easiest kinds of faster running to do, but many people don't really know how to do it. Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: The tempo run

I recently contributed to a medically reviewed "article" (one of those slideshow things you see on many websites) on Healthline.com about the benefits of interval training, and it made me think that would be a good topic for my blog this week. Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: The benefits of interval training

With the onset of fall, days are getting noticeably shorter. Whenever we get to this point in the year, I start thinking about the likelihood that I will have to exercise when it is dark outside, and that reminds me to think about safety. Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: Exercising in the dark

How long does it take to train for a marathon? A half marathon? A 5k? The answer is, of course, it depends. But on what? Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: Training time

One of the most basic differences in ways to exercise is whether to exercise with others or alone. Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: Your routine - solo or shared?

One of the interesting quirks of running is that it's possible for a person to excel without having started at a young age. Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: Older athletes

Kids are all finally back in school (except for some college students), so you know what that means, right? Yes: They'll probably start bringing home those exotic cold viruses any day now.

Great.

Even if you don't have children, someone you work with or know some other way probably does, so don't worry; you won't miss out.

If you're reading my weekly fitness blog, then you are probably a person who exercises regularly. I'll go ahead and ask that burning question you're going to ask sooner or later of your doctor - er, I mean, your trainer: Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: Exercising while sick

Monday marked the first day of school for most Alameda public schools, which means it was the first day of after school cross-country practice! Read more >> about Running in the 'Meda: Off to the races