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Why New Runners Should Visit the Running Shop

Don’t let doubts about being a “real runner” scare you off: A running store is your friend to help you run better and more enjoyably.

Megan SnyderNovember 28, 2020

Beginner

From Start to Finish: The Beginner Runner's Welcome Package

Everything you need to get from start to finish of your first race.

WomensRunning.comApril 24, 2020

Beginner

The Beginner's Guide To Perfect Running Form

Our resident coach has a step-by-step guide so you can do your own body check.

Ashley LaurettaJuly 8, 2016

Training

9 Ways To Enjoy New Runner Struggles As Told By Jennifer Lawrence

New runners, there are so many ways to enjoy the new runner struggles!

Kelly RobertsJune 30, 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

Training

9 Things To Look Forward To As A New Runner

Sure, it's tough to start. But becoming a runner is so worth it.

Kelly RobertsJanuary 21, 2016

Training

The 16 Hardest Parts About Being A New Runner

Being a new runner is a struggle that we remember all too well.

Kelly RobertsNovember 12, 2015

Training

Why You Want To Be Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

Pushing yourself may be uncomfortable, but sometimes it is the best thing you can do.

Danielle CemprolaNovember 5, 2015

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

Are There Tricks To Starting A Race Conservatively?

NCAA runner turned high school coach Hillary Kigar has an answer for all things training!

Jessica SeborApril 20, 2015

Beginner

7 Reasons Every Runner Should Coach A Newbie

Editor Nicki Miller provides 7 reasons why coaching a new runner friend is super rewarding.

Nicki MillerApril 8, 2015

new runner

Latest Stories

Why New Runners Should Visit the Running Shop

From Start to Finish: The Beginner Runner's Welcome Package

The Beginner's Guide To Perfect Running Form

9 Ways To Enjoy New Runner Struggles As Told By Jennifer Lawrence

The 5 Best Things About Being A Newbie

9 Things To Look Forward To As A New Runner

The 16 Hardest Parts About Being A New Runner

Why You Want To Be Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

So You Think You'll Never Be A Runner

How To Train For A Half Marathon With A Busy Schedule

Are There Tricks To Starting A Race Conservatively?

7 Reasons Every Runner Should Coach A Newbie

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