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Beginner

Run a Half Marathon in 4 Weeks with This Plan

When your 13.1 race is a month away—but you haven’t exactly been “training”—this plan is perfect.

Matt FitzgeraldOctober 5, 2022

Road

15 Tips For Running Your Best Half Marathon

Want to tackle a half marathon? Use these 13 tips to have a great race.

Jessica SeborSeptember 9, 2022

Wellness

Meditation Might be the Missing Link In Your Training. Here's How to Get Started

A starter guide on upping your game through meditation.

Erin TaylorNovember 11, 2021

Road

Everything You Need to Know to Execute a Perfect (For You) 5K

If you want to net a goal performance in your next race, follow these expert racing guidelines.

Pete MagillJune 21, 2021

Trail

Want to Mix It Up? It's the Perfect Time to Hit the Trails

Whether you’re going for a run in your local wooded park or negotiating rugged single-track in the mountains, trail running is distinctly different from running the roads, treadmill, or track.

Jen AtorMay 19, 2021

Training

6 Tips to Transition to Running Outside

Ready make the change from treadmill to outdoor running? Start here.

Kristan DietzApril 16, 2021

Health

The Right Way To Treat And Beat Plantar Fasciitis

It's one of the more common injuries among runners. Here's how to deal with it fast.

Caitlyn PilkingtonApril 12, 2021

Beginner

Deena Kastor’s Tips For First-Time Marathoners

American marathon record holder Deena Kastor offers tips on marathon recovery and getting through the difficult moments in a tricky race.

Meghan RoosJanuary 4, 2021

Beginner

8 Tips for Crushing Running Consistency

Olympic middle-distance runner Alysia Montaño shares her rules for creating consistency from her book "Feel-Good Fitness."

Alysia MontañoMay 20, 2020

Cross-Training

Should You Breathe Through Your Mouth or Nose During Exercise?

Everything we know about breathing might be wrong.

Susan LackeApril 1, 2020

Beginner

First-Time Marathoner Advice from Emily Sisson

She was a beginner not that long ago herself.

Mallory CrevelingOctober 11, 2019

Culture

4 Reasons You Should Not Start Running

Running has many benefits—but it also comes with a unique set of difficulties. Here are some things to know about before you start.

Alison BarsalonaOctober 11, 2016

Beginner

Yes, It's Okay To Look Like A Beginner

It is common to think of being a beginner as a bad thing. Mile Posts, however, shares why you should be embracing the title.

Dorothy BealOctober 7, 2016

Culture

The 5 Best Things About Being A Newbie

Being a beginner at anything can be scary—but here are just a few reasons that you should embrace your newbie status and own it!

Danielle CemprolaJune 30, 2016

Road

Here's Your Running For Weight Loss 5K Training Plan

Knock out two big goals with this training plan.

Jessica SeborMarch 2, 2016

Health

So You Think You'll Never Be A Runner

We don't mean to prove you wrong, but we think you can be.

Dorothy BealAugust 14, 2015

Training

How To Train For A Half Marathon With A Busy Schedule

A running coach weights in on one newbie’s plans for running her first half marathon.

Caitlyn PilkingtonJuly 17, 2015

Training

Run Your Fastest Mile Ever With These Training Plans

Start a challenge by trying to break your own personal one mile record. These beginner, intermediate and advanced plans will get you there.

Jessica SeborOctober 20, 2014

Beginner

Get Fit With This 5K Training Plan Created For Beginners

Race yourself into shape with our 12-week training plan. You'll be running four days a week, culminating in your first 5K!

Jessica SeborApril 1, 2014

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Latest Stories

Run a Half Marathon in 4 Weeks with This Plan

15 Tips For Running Your Best Half Marathon

Meditation Might be the Missing Link In Your Training. Here's How to Get Started

Everything You Need to Know to Execute a Perfect (For You) 5K

Want to Mix It Up? It's the Perfect Time to Hit the Trails

6 Tips to Transition to Running Outside

The Right Way To Treat And Beat Plantar Fasciitis

Deena Kastor’s Tips For First-Time Marathoners

8 Tips for Crushing Running Consistency

Should You Breathe Through Your Mouth or Nose During Exercise?

First-Time Marathoner Advice from Emily Sisson

4 Reasons You Should Not Start Running

Yes, It's Okay To Look Like A Beginner

The 5 Best Things About Being A Newbie

Here's Your Running For Weight Loss 5K Training Plan

So You Think You'll Never Be A Runner

How To Train For A Half Marathon With A Busy Schedule

Run Your Fastest Mile Ever With These Training Plans

Get Fit With This 5K Training Plan Created For Beginners

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