10 Commandments to Run Safely and Sanely Every Day

Regardless of ability, speed or body shape, the greatest challenge almost all runners face—especially beginners—is staying healthy. By the very nature of the aerobic benefits of running, we are certainly healthier than our...

Basic nutritional needs for beginning runners or walkers

You’re probably aware that runners and dedicated walkers are more concerned with what they eat than the average American. If some of your friends are runners and walkers, you may have noticed that they might seem a little more...

Becoming a Total Runner

PRINCIPLE 1: Set a goal.

Runners tend to be goal-oriented people who are high achievers. Now that you’ve decided to run a marathon, it’s time to set a goal. Now, that goal can be anything from simply finishing to breaking...

Beginner's six-week schedule for a 5-K

Assuming you can walk comfortably for 30-45 minutes, it might be time to take the next step. Consider running a 5-K (3.1 miles). It is the most popular road-race distance in America because just about anyone can finish the race...

Being a helpful running mentor

As a parent, you have probably experienced the wonderment of the profound amount of influence (positive or negative) of the first close friends your children have over them. It’s natural. Someone from your peer group is likely...

Common Running Terms

Aerobic—running slowly enough to allow normal breathing. Your aerobic capacity—the ability to consume, transport and use large amounts of oxygen—can be improved by endurance running.

Anaerobic—running fast enough so...

Cross-training guidelines

There’s no question that cross-training will help build strength and endurance and make you a fitter runner. Done properly, cross-training will also work to reduce the likelihood of injuries.

When you’re running three or four...

Easing into speed workouts for beginners

Very few runners don’t want to run faster. Regardless of the level of ability and fitness, nearly everyone would like somehow to run faster. The desire to improve is part of human nature.

And the only way to run faster is...

FAQ's for Beginners

I want to start running. What do I do?

Make a firm commitment to yourself to begin a walking and running program. Don’t waffle. Commit to walking or running several times a week. Set a goal of walking or running a 5-K race...

Finding time to run

Without a shadow of a doubt, the top reason people invariably have for not starting a running or walking program is lack of time. In this insanely busy world, it’s tough enough finding the time to accomplish everything you need...