Pining for a PB? You’re up against evolution itself. Left to our own devices, humans have evolved to run at speeds that require the lowest energy expenditure, according to new research from Queens University in Ontario and Stanford University in California. In other words: We’re born to run slow. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies

After analyzing data from more than 37,000 daily runs via wearable trackers, researchers found whether runners were heading out for 2, 4 or 6+ miles, they ran at virtually the same pace—one that allowed for maximum calorie preservation.

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“Overall, when we go for a run, although a goal may be to burn calories, we move at a speed to minimize them,” according to study co-author Jessica Salinger, Ph.D.

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But what works from an evolutionary perspective doesn’t cut it when it comes to racing. To avoid falling into the slow-as-you-go model, try breaking your training runs into five-minute blocks, where you jog four miles and sprint for one; alternately, the one-minute-on, one-minute-off method can help inject some speed into your game as well. Other tips for building fast-twitch fibers: Go hard uphill and easy downhill, find a faster running buddy to train with, and listen to music with 165 to 185 beats per minute to improve your turnover rate. While we may be born to run slow, here are some more tips for getting faster:

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Pining for a PB? You’re up against evolution itself. Left to our own devices, humans have evolved to run at speeds that require the lowest energy expenditure, according to new research from Queens University in Ontario and Stanford University in California. In other words: We’re born to run slow.

In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies

After analyzing data from more than 37,000 daily runs via wearable trackers, researchers found whether runners were heading out for 2, 4 or 6+ miles, they ran at virtually the same pace—one that allowed for maximum calorie preservation.

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Read article

“Overall, when we go for a run, although a goal may be to burn calories, we move at a speed to minimize them,” according to study co-author Jessica Salinger, Ph.D.

25 Reasons Running Is Better Than the Gym

Read article

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Best Running Workouts to Increase Speed and Endurance

Whether you’re a novice 5K enthusiast or a veteran runner, these running-focused workouts—incorporat… Read article

But what works from an evolutionary perspective doesn’t cut it when it comes to racing. To avoid falling into the slow-as-you-go model, try breaking your training runs into five-minute blocks, where you jog four miles and sprint for one; alternately, the one-minute-on, one-minute-off method can help inject some speed into your game as well.

Best Running Workouts to Increase Speed and Endurance

Whether you’re a novice 5K enthusiast or a veteran runner, these running-focused workouts—incorporat… Read article

Best Running Workouts to Increase Speed and Endurance

Whether you’re a novice 5K enthusiast or a veteran runner, these running-focused workouts—incorporat…

Other tips for building fast-twitch fibers: Go hard uphill and easy downhill, find a faster running buddy to train with, and listen to music with 165 to 185 beats per minute to improve your turnover rate.

While we may be born to run slow, here are some more tips for getting faster:

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Looking to become a faster runner? Here are tips for achieving lightning-fast speed. Read article

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Read article

Run Slower, Get Faster

Read article

3 Pro Tips for Running Faster

Looking to become a faster runner? Here are tips for achieving lightning-fast speed. Read article

3 Pro Tips for Running Faster

Looking to become a faster runner? Here are tips for achieving lightning-fast speed.

The Best Sprint Workouts to Get Faster, Build Muscle, and Drop Fat

Read article

The Best Sprint Workouts to Get Faster, Build Muscle, and Drop Fat

Run Slower, Get Faster

Read article

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