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Tempo running can guarantee a runner a new personal best in their second 5K race. Adding a tempo run to a training schedule can improve 5K race time in four weeks.

Novice runners or road racers may hear experienced runners talk about speed training and wonder if they need to do speed training themselves. It depends on their goals.

The Go-Zone Racing strategy for the 5K and 10K was featured in Running Times. Its five segments lower running race times with speedwork training and mental preparation.

Many runners want to train to run faster. Various running drills can be useful for increasing running speed.

High school cross-country and college track runners have coaches, maybe nutritionists and physical therapists. After graduation, join a running club for these benefits.

The Chevron Houston Marathon expanded the combined half and full field to 22,000 slots for 2010, but race registration still sold out in a matter of days.

Beginners can estimate a finishing time for racing a 5K, equivalent to 3.1 miles, by working out their training and racing pace with course factors.

5K races, or fun runs to fitness joggers, are the most popular running event. Each weekend these sporting events make money for charities. Speedwork lowers 5K race times.

Runners looking to get faster need to run faster. Speed workouts provide the platform to improve a runner's performance.

Wind and foul weather make running more difficult. Use these techniques and training tips to help get yourself out the door when the wind is howling.