RunningLog Blog
Training tips, race stories, and product updates — short, useful reads for runners.
Start FreeRunning Your First Marathon After 40: What Changes and How to Adapt
You’re in your 40s—maybe early 40s, maybe late 40s—and you’ve decided: this is the year you run a marathon. Perhaps you’ve run shorter races…
April 10, 2026 · by Radu
How to Set Powerful Running Goals for 2026: A Complete Guide to Your Best Year Yet
As we approach 2026, millions of runners worldwide are reflecting on their achievements and planning their next chapter. Whether you’re coming off a breakthrough…
December 22, 2025 · by Radu
Road vs Trail Marathons: Which Should You Add to Your Schedule?
You’re planning your race calendar and staring at two tempting marathon options: a flat, fast city road marathon with thousands of runners and live…
December 10, 2025 · by Radu
Rome Marathon 2026: Complete Race Guide
The Rome Marathon 2026 (officially “Run Rome The Marathon”) returns on March 22, 2026, offering runners one of the most spectacular marathon experiences in…
December 4, 2025 · by Radu
How to Plan Your 2026 Race Calendar
Planning your race calendar for the year ahead can be the difference between achieving your running goals and burning out halfway through the season.…
November 24, 2025 · by Radu
RunningLog vs TrainingPeaks: Which Platform Do Competitive Runners Need?
TrainingPeaks is the gold standard for athletes working with coaches and tracking detailed training metrics. For serious runners following structured training plans, it offers…
November 4, 2025 · by Radu
RunningLog vs Strava: Why Dedicated Race Tracking Beats Activity Feeds
Strava is the go-to app for millions of runners worldwide, and for good reason—it’s excellent for tracking daily runs, connecting with friends, and competing…
October 15, 2025 · by Radu
Chicago Marathon: Course Guide, PR Tips, and How to Track Your Results
The Chicago Marathon is one of the seven World Marathon Majors and is known for its fast, flat course that runs through 29 vibrant…
October 10, 2025 · by Radu
From 5K to Marathon: How to Build and Track Your Personal Race History
A practical guide to capturing every start line, finish time, and milestone – and why your future self will thank you. Every runner remembers…
September 29, 2025 · by Radu