If you've ever asked any cross country runners about their workouts, you've probably heard them say "tempo run," "progressive run" or some other vague or confusing term ("fartlek," anyone?).

In cross-country running, you’ll cover various surfaces – from grass and gravel to mud and asphalt – and find yourself negotiating sharp turns, short but steep hills, cambers, logs, rivers ...

3 Top Cross Country Workouts You Can’t Miss If You Want to Succeed Cross country running might seem like a sport that’s simple enough to train for.

You don’t have to be a cross country runner to reap the benefits of their training. Use these workouts to fill gaps in your routine and improve your overall fitness.

The 2017 NCAA cross-country champion says she started doing a hard hill workout during her midweek run. After she warms up for three miles, Kurgat sprints up a 150-meter hill 8-10 times for a ...

The grass mimics a cross country course. I love Roy’s. The workouts are hard, but they build confidence. They also should leave feeling they had a bit more left. We’re looking for consistency.” While ...

CrossFitters are not so thrilled with one of the workouts on the menu—this year’s Games events will include a 5K cross-country run. Many CrossFitters famously hate running and prefer weight ...

USATF Cross Country Specialist Course. USATF Coaching Education presents a 10-hour course specific to the discipline of cross country. Originally adapted from USATF Legend Coach, Dr. Joe Vigil, the ...

Onondaga cross country runner Madelyn Schultz, top, has a strong enough work ethic to put herself through intermediate high hurdles practice in the fall after her regular cross country training is ...