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Jennifer Acker

Jennifer Acker joined the editorial staff of Runner's World and Bicycling in January 2022. A former freelancer writer and NCAA runner, she started running as a kid and basically never stopped. She also loves outdoor adventures, like hiking, skiing, and mountain biking.  

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The Best Half Marathon Workouts to Get You Faster for Race Day

Switch up your training and increase your speed with these workouts, created for every fitness level.

Apr 16, 2024
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The Best Big-City Marathons (That Aren’t a World Marathon Major)

A 15-Minute Wall Pilates Workout.

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Oct 12, 2023

Running was always there in the background, and for this writer it was shaping her approach to raising children.

Cool Down Exercises to Target All Your Tight Spots
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How to Interpret Your Blood Work as a Runner

Getting routine blood work can help you stay on top of your health and performance by giving key insights into certain stats.

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