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
Valencia Marathon Guide: Course Strategy, PR Tips, and Race Day Preparation
The Valencia Marathon has earned its reputation as one of the fastest marathon courses in the world, attracting elite athletes and everyday runners alike…
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
Amsterdam Marathon Guide: Course, PR Tips, and How to Track Your Results
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon is one of Europe’s most scenic and fastest marathon courses, attracting runners from around the world each October. Whether you’re…
October 15, 2025 · by Radu
First-Time Chicago Marathon? What to Expect and How to Prepare
Running the Chicago Marathon is a bucket-list goal for many runners, and for good reason. As one of the seven World Marathon Majors, it…
October 10, 2025 · by Radu
The Psychology of Race Day: Why Logging Your Races Builds Confidence
Race day nerves are universal among runners. Whether it’s your first 5K or your twentieth marathon, that mix of excitement and anxiety before the…
October 10, 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
What is Tapering in Running?
If you’ve ever trained for a marathon or half marathon, you’ve probably heard about the taper. It’s a crucial phase of training that takes…
September 22, 2025 · by Radu
What is a Shakeout Run? Why marathoners do it before race day
If you’ve followed marathon weekends on Instagram or Strava, you’ve probably seen the phrase “shakeout run.” But what exactly does it mean, and why…
September 22, 2025 · by Radu
5 Mistakes Runners Make When Tracking Results
Tracking race results should be simple, but many runners fall into habits that make their logs incomplete, inconsistent, or even useless over time. Avoid…
September 19, 2025 · by Radu
Tracking Age-Group Podiums and PBs: Why It Matters Over Time
Not every runner is chasing overall wins, but many chase something just as meaningful: age-group podiums and personal bests (PBs). These achievements may seem…
September 19, 2025 · by Radu