Articles by The Runkeeper app
The Run of the Day is a comprehensive running program designed to help you create a consistent fitness routine and establish running as a habit so you can enjoy running long-term.
Did you know there are over 30 activities you can log using the Runkeeper app? This comes in handy when you go to track your participation in the Dubai Fitness Challenge.
A variety of coach-led Guided Workouts designed to motivate and inspire you on your next run.
Your fitness journey starts here. Learn how to track your workouts with the ASICS Runkeeper App.
The Runkeeper Go premium experience is packed with tools to help you unlock your full potential.
Two of the biggest reasons runners use a training plan are for accountability and scheduling.
If you're a runner who loves getting their stats read out to them, we suggest playing with our audio cue voices to keep things fun.
Enhance your Runkeeper app experience by trying these under-the-radar features.
Did you know there are different ways to tie your running shoes based on your foot? Learn how to lace up for maximum comfort and function.
Merge data from fitness devices, including Garmin and Polar, into your Runkeeper account. The tool works for single or bulk files.
Stopwatch Mode in the Runkeeper app is a great way to track treadmill activities and more.
We answer common questions about the ASICS World Ekiden.
With these tips in mind, you'll be ready to run your best marathon yet!
The half marathon is a special distance for many reasons.
With these tips, you can trust that you’re in good hands and that we’re here to get you to the finish line.
Whether you're running your very first marathon or struggling to push through your pre-marathon nerves— these training tips will help you be successful come race day.
Learn how to find and join Challenges in the app, and reap the benefits of a job well done.
Names can be added to any workout, not just running!
Did you know there are over 30 activities you can log using the Runkeeper app? This method comes in handy when you want to log your cross-training activities.
So you've just run a race. Congratulations. Now what? Exactly what to do to get the most of out your post-race experience.
Have you ever thought about how much better you feel after you’ve worked out or gone for a run? As part of its mission to uplift the world through sport, ASICS is inviting everyone to be a part of its unique study to understand exactly how long it takes for exercise to positively impact the […]
Millions of people are pushing through what often feels like a struggle against themselves and millions more are trying to understand. But there’s a gap between those who understand and those who do not—awareness is the first step to closing that gap. If you struggle from any mental health disorders, remember you are not alone.
Running is not the most expensive activity but to have a good run, there are certain things you may want to invest in.
Here are the absolute basics to getting started in the app. Signing Up/Logging In Most of you are already signed up and logged in, but for those of you who’re really just getting started, we’ll touch on this quickly. When you open the ASICS Runkeeper app for the first time, you’ll see the Sign Up screen, […]
Check out some of our favorite post-workout snacks for you to try after your next long run!
Thanks to its mental and physical benefits, a regular yoga practice can make you a better runner.
Use Shoe Tracker to help you track your mileage so you can be confident during every run. It will help you know when your pair is in despair.
Getting into a running routine is one thing, but setting realistic goals will help your habit stick.
There are a lot of technical features to a pair of shoes, especially running shoes. We highlight the key areas you’ll want to get to know.
Plogging is a great way to help clean up your community and get a workout in.
Whether you are looking to increase your speed or finish your first race, these tips will help you run your best 5K race yet.
Setting a target pace and maintaining can feel like an art form. At first, it seems easy, but before you know it, your mind starts to wander—or you get in the zone and you’re either too fast, too slow, or yo-yo’ing between the two. Wouldn’t it be cool if instead of just monitoring your average […]
Learn about pronation, what kind of pronator you are, and what running shoes will help you reach your peak performance.
While some of these may take time to take shape, others you will notice right away.
If you’ve ever poked around running training plans, chances are you’ve come across the name Jeff Galloway. He’s well known for his many books on running, his work with RunDisney, and most importantly, his Run Walk Run method, which has helped thousands of people become runners. We picked his brain for insights on the benefits of […]
Every runner’s greatest fear is eating something that might upset their stomach on race day. Fear no more.
Runkeeper training plans consider your goal time, race distance, and date to create a plan to help you reach the finish line feeling strong.
Looking to mix things up or introduce some strength work between all the miles (or kilometers)? We know your fitness goals are constantly changing, which is why we created a new app to give you access to great workouts wherever you are, whenever you have time. It’s called ASICS Studio, and it brings the experience […]
Anyone can experience the mental and emotional benefits of running.
Running a workout at a variety of paces makes any run fly by — especially a 30 minute workout. Rather than running interval after interval, this workout gives you a combination of a long intervals at a moderately hard effort and very short intervals at a hard effort to keep your body working hard the […]
We know you’re always on the move, so we’ve updated our social sharing options to make it even easier for you to post your workout stats. Here’s what’s new! Now you can snap the perfect pic before, during, or after your workout without leaving the app. You can also see how the image will look with the […]
Remember, getting faster is a personal goal. It doesn't matter if you improve by two minutes or 10 seconds, every little bit counts!
The world’s most legendary marathon is less than a week away! As a Boston-based company, the Runkeeper team has got you covered for your Boston Marathon race day, with advice for both spectators and runners. So without further adieu, here are a few tips from our team to yours. The Best Place to Watch the […]
Want to run faster, longer, or need a challenge after hitting a plateau? It sounds like interval workouts might be just what the doctor ordered. Intervals are a type of workout that alternates periods of high-effort exercise with lower-intensity recovery. They are a great way to increase the overall intensity and improve endurance or speed […]
On Saturday, December 3, and Sunday, December 4, 2016, runners and walkers from across the world came together to celebrate the 3rd edition of the Runkeeper Global 5K. This is our favorite event and we love seeing everyone come together to showcase just how strong and vibrant the international running community can be. Runners of […]
Just a few weeks ago, the Runkeeper community came out for the 2nd edition of the Global 5K. We were thrilled to see almost 50% more runners on the road this time around, tracking more than 1 million kilometers. Now’s the time for us to take a deeper look at all of the stats that came out […]
Uh, raise your hand if you have no idea how many miles you’ve put on your running shoes. Yeah, we thought so. Even though conventional wisdom suggests replacing running shoes every 300-500 miles, it can be a lot of effort to keep track. And it shouldn’t be, considering you’re already tracking all of your runs […]
What does 101,561 runners taking part in the same 5k look like? 79,125 hours, or just over 9 years worth of running, tracked in a single day. 42.6 million calories, or in food terms: 18,800 fourteen-inch pizzas, 68,100 bottles of wine, or 177,300 sushi rolls. Yum! 13,459 personal best 5k times (that’s over 10% of […]
Guided workouts consist of audio-guided training plans and single workouts designed to give you the motivation, encouragement, and guidance you need to train for a race or start and stick with a running routine.