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Jennifer Heimlich

Jennifer Heimlich is a writer and editor with a passion for all things fitness and wellness. She was most recently the senior fitness editor for Well+Good, and has also served as the editor in chief of Dance Magazine. A regular marathoner, she's written about running and fitness for publications like Runner’s World, The Atlantic, and Women’s Running. In her free time, she leads running tours in Boston.

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Jennifer Heimlich's Articles (50)

Running at home on a Peloton Tread+

Marathon + Racing

Can You *Really* Train for a Marathon on a Treadmill? (Spoiler: Yes, You Can)

An running outside as part of Peloton's marathon training plan.

Marathon + Racing

How to Train for a Marathon at Every Level

A man going for a run outdoors on a sunny day, using his rate of perceived exertion (RPE) to gauge his effort.

Cardio

How to Gauge Your Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE), According to Fitness Pros

Man works on marathon recovery, the post-marathon blues

Marathon + Racing

Feeling Bummed Out After Your Marathon? It May Be the Post-Race Blues—Here’s How to Cope

A woman habit stacking by talking on the phone and walking outside at the same time.

Mindset

What Is Habit Stacking? Plus, 11 Habit-Stacking Examples for Forming New Wellness Routines

A close-up photo of a woman grabbing her cramping calf muscle during an outdoor run.

Health

When a Muscle Cramp Strikes Mid-Workout, You Might Want to Eat Mustard—Here’s Why