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 […]
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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 Basics
How to Build Running Endurance
Getting started with running can be a bit frustrating because it may take a while before you start to see some improvement. And just when it starts to get a little easier, you get the […]
Racing
What to Wear When Running a Race
As a running coach, one of the most common pre-race questions that I hear from runners (both beginners and experienced) is, “What should I wear on race day?” No matter what distance race you’re running, […]
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 […]
Running Basics
How to Start Running for Beginners
Getting started with running can feel overwhelming to a beginner runner. If you’ve never run before or you’ve had a long break from running, it can be intimidating to get out there and hit the […]