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Getting Started:  Running

Before you start running, make sure that you know the proper way .  Below are some quick tips to help get you on your way. 

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1.  Begin at a pace that your body can handle.
2.  Research and practice proper breathing techniques.
3.  Maintain a proper running form. 

4.  Make sure to have proper running shoes.
5.  Make sure to maintain a proper diet for running.
6.  Make sure that your body is properly hydrated.
7.  Listen to your body.  Don't over do it! 


*Always consult a licensed physician before starting any diet or exercise program. 

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Below are links to get you started.

The "How To" For The Beginning Runner:

Before you even take your first steps, here are some important basics you should know. 
  • Getting Medical Clearance 
  • Proper Running Form
  • How to Warm Up and Cool Down
  • How to Breathe While Running
  • How to Do the Run/Walk Method
  • Safety Tips for Running
  • Basic Rules for Running Etiquette
  • Common Running Mistakes
  • How to Buy the Right Running Shoes
  • Tips for Hot Weather Running
  • Tips for Cold Weather Running
  • 7 Essentials for Runners

Nutrition and Hydration for Beginner Runners:  

A runner's diet is important not for only maintaining good health, but also to promote peak performance. Here's some basic nutrition and hydration advice for beginner runners.
  • Should I Eat Before a Run?
  • Best and Worst Pre-Run Foods
  • What if I Don't Have Time to Eat Before Running?
  • What Should I Eat After a Run?
  • Hydration and Running
  • Do I Need to Eat During a Run?
  • Will I Get Cramps from Drinking During Runs?
  • Do I Need to Drink a Sports Drink While Running?

Stretching:  

Stretching after a brief warm-up and after your runs can help prevent injuries. Here are some basics about stretching:
  • Video: Stretches for Runners
  • Tips for Stretching
  • Should I Stretch Before or After my Warm-up?
  • Head-to-Toe Stretches for Runners

Staying Motivated:  

Maintaining your motivation is tough for any level runner, but especially for beginners. Here are some ways you can stay inspired to keep running.
  • Tips for Staying Motivated
  • Email-course: Improve Your Running Motivation
  • Ways to Get Out of Your Running Rut
  • How to Avoid Burnout from Running
  • Top Excuses to Not Run – And How to Beat Them
  • Motivational Running Quotes
  • Email-course: 12 Weeks of Running Quotes
  • How Can I Feel More Confident When I'm Running?
  • How to Stick to Your Running Habit
  • How to Find Running Partners
  • How to Start Running Again

Frequently-Asked Questions from Beginner Runners:  

It's very normal to have lots of questions when you're learning to run and starting a new running habit. Here are some common questions from new runners.
  • Where Should I Run?
  • How Can I Get Over Feeling Self-Conscious About Running in Public?
  • Can I Walk During My Runs?
  • When Does Running Get Easier?
  • What Should I Wear When Running?
  • How Can I Get Rid of Side Stitches?
  • When Is It OK to Run Through Pain?
  • When Will I Feel a Runner's High?

Beginners' Training Schedules:  

When you're first getting started with running, it's helpful to follow a schedule. Here are some training schedules designed with beginners in mind.

Learn to Run Schedules and Programs:
  • 4 Weeks to Run One Mile
  • 4 Weeks to Run Two Miles
  • 8-Week Plan to 30 Minutes Continuous Running
  • Email-course: 3 Weeks to a 30-Minute Running Habit

    Beginner 5K Training Schedules:
  • Run/Walk 5K Training Schedule
  • Train for Your First 5K
  • Email-course: How to Run Your First 5K

  • Beginner 8K or 5-mile Training Schedules:
  • 8K or 5-mile Beginner Training Schedule
  • 8K or 5-mile Advanced Beginner Training Schedule

  • Beginner 10K Training Schedules:
  • Run/Walk 10K Training Schedule
  • Beginners' 10K Training Schedule
  • Run/Walk Half-Marathon Schedule
  • Email course: Beginner 10K Training Program

  • Beginner Half Marathon and Marathon Training Schedules:
  • Run/Walk Half-Marathon Training Schedule
  • Beginners' Half-Marathon Training Schedule
  • Email-course: Train for Your First Half-Marathon
  • Run/Walk Marathon Training Schedule
  • Beginners' Marathon Training Schedule

Additional Information:

FAQs for Beginner Runners
  • How Do I Get Rid of Side Stitches?
  • Why Do I Feel Out of Breath When Running?
  • How Fast Should I Run?

More Advice for Beginner Runners
  • Basic Running Clothing for Beginners
  • Reasons to Get Started with Running
  • Running Mistakes to Avoid

More About Getting Started With Running
  • Beat Your Excuses for Not Running
  • All About Training for a 5K Race
  • Get Started With a Running Habit

Related Articles
  • How to Run - How to Run and Get in Shape
  • Beginner Runners - How to Increase Distance of Your Runs
  • 5K Race Training - Advanced Beginner Schedule for Running a 5K
  • 10K Race Training - Advanced Beginner Schedule for Running a 10K
  • Learn to Run - Learn to Run in 30 Days

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