Running Basics
3 Weeks to a 30 Minute Running Habit
This beginner running schedule is designed to encourage a new running habit. To get started with the training schedule, you only need to be able to run for 1 minute at a time. By the […]
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Running Basics
18 Tips for Getting Started With Running
Training for your first race? Just getting started with running? Whatever your running goal or level, there are always small changes you can make to improve your running. Here’s expert advice and strategies to help […]
Racing
How to Train for and Run a 5K Race
Running your first 5K is an exciting and achievable running goal for most people, even those who are new to running or may have never run a race before. A 5K race is 5 kilometers […]
Training Schedules
4 Week 5K Training Plan for Beginners
This 4 week 5K training plan for beginners is perfect for those who want to be ready for a 5K race in about a month. It’s intended for beginner run/walkers who want to build up […]
Racing
10 Race Tips for New Runners
The days and morning before a race can be filled with anxiety, even if you’ve raced before. Here are some race tips to help you feel more ready and confident. 1. Get your race outfit […]
Running
Tips for Your Walk Breaks When Running
Some beginner runners start out using a run/walk technique because they don’t have the endurance or fitness to run for extended periods of time. Even once they build up their mileage and fitness, runners prefer […]
Training Schedules
6 Week Beginner Training Schedule to Run 3 Miles
This six-week training program is designed for beginner run/walkers who want to run 3 miles without stopping. This training schedule (see below) is a run/walk to continuous running program. Each week, you’ll make a slight […]
Running
Am I Still a Runner If I Run/Walk?
I recently got an email from Nicole, a beginner runner who’s been doing a run/walk training program. She writes: “Am I defeating the purpose of running and being able to run with all of these […]
Training Schedules
4 Week Beginner Training Schedule to Run 2 Miles
This four-week training program is designed for beginner run/walkers who want to build up to be able to run two miles continuously. This training schedule (see below) is a run/walk to continuous running program. Each […]
Running Basics
21 Beginner Running Tips from a Running Coach
Whether you’re brand new to running or getting back to it after a long break, it can feel overwhelming to get started. As a running coach, I’ve advised many new runners who weren’t quite sure […]