Runners of all types rely on run/walk intervals both to train and race. These intervals can help increase speed and mileage for faster overall race times. However, there is a sticking point! Most ...

Run 30 seconds hard at your VO₂ max pace. Follow that with 30 seconds of very easy running (with the short interval, your ...

It’s easy to say you want to fulfill a major fitness goal, but it’s another thing to actually follow through. A run/walk program can help you bridge the gap between your potential to meet that ...

Interval training’s stock has soared in recent years. Is it any wonder, when it promises to deliver impressive health and fitness perks in a shorter time frame than other workouts? Sessions can be fun ...

Good news: starting your running journey doesn't have to require diving in head-first and sprinting for 30 minutes straight. If you’ve never been much of a runner (or you’re starting to get back into ...

When I committed to completing my first half marathon this year, I didn’t think the run/walk method would have anything to do with my race-day strategy. If anything, I thought I would use the method ...

The run/walk method is more than just an entry-level strategy for new runners—it’s a proven approach for improving endurance, reducing fatigue, and avoiding injuries. Alternating between running and ...

The week of workouts below is for SELF’s Learn to Love Running Program, our brand-new, beginner-friendly plan that will get you running 30 minutes nonstop! Here’s what you need to know to get started.