"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." So, you're ready to start your running journey and hit your new fitness goals. Don't worry. WH is right ...

You may want to join a running group or grab a friend to go on runs with you — it can keep you motivated, while boosting mental health. (Getty Creative) "I'm just not a runner." As a long-distance ...

Getting into a regular exercise routine is a challenge for so many of us. Work, family, and everyday life can get in the way of our best intentions. If you're interested in adding more exercise to ...

Start your running journey with our beginner 5K training plan, designed by a certified running coach for everyone, regardless of fitness level. As the saying goes, you don’t have to be great to start, ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – So, you’ve decided it’s time to lace up your running shoes, step out of your comfort zone, and embark on a transformative journey from couch potato to a confident runner.

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been physically inactive for a while or have never identified as athletic, it can feel daunting to figure out how to start ...

Let’s bust a common running myth right out of the gate: You do not have to sign up for a 5K (or even a 10K) before a half marathon. Beginner runners—or those who are new to racing—can sign up for a ...

The day after a hard run is also a good time for gentle movement like a casual 20- to 30-minute walk, light stretching, or ...

Matthew Balzer is the owner of Race178, which puts on the Journal Jog, and Reno Running Company. The 52nd annual Journal Jog is Sunday, Aug. 27. The race begins at Reno High School shortly after 7 a.m ...

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"I'm just not a runner." As a long-distance runner and marathoner with over 20 years of experience, I hear this all the time from beginners who assume running is a gift — you either have it or you don ...