Running For Beginners

So you’ve decided to start running. Congratulations! You may have a few fears and anxieties, but this new venture should also bring you joy and excitement. And as for your uncertainties? Never fear. We’ve put together a beginner’s guide for new runners to apply to your running program and get on track for success. Here … Read more

Starting running as a beginner can be daunting, particularly if you haven’t been consistently active for a long time or you consider yourself to be very “out of shape.“ The good news is that with patience and our best tips for beginner runners, you can start your running journey today, and you may even fall … Read more

Some of us may be thinking, a guide on how to make running easier? Is that even possible? As we train, we constantly improve, opening the door to push harder and harder during each workout. However, running shouldn’t be impossible every time you step onto the road or trail.  Some sessions in your training program, … Read more

If you have just decided to take up running, I first want to congratulate you and welcome you to the club! Maybe I’m a bit biased, but there is nothing better than crossing that 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or even ultramarathon finish line. You are going to love it. As you take the first … Read more

Interested in becoming a runner? If so, you have come to the right place. Most people experience a learning curve when it comes to running. Some become frustrated and give up before they get past it, missing out on a life-changing experience.  Others persevere through the hard part starting out and fall completely in love … Read more

Running offers many wonderful physical and mental health benefits, which is why it is a popular type of physical activity and draws a diverse group of recreational and competitive athletes. If you ask five different distance runners why they started running, you will likely hear five distinct answers: weight loss (or preventing undesired weight gain), … Read more

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a complete beginner, knowing how much to run or what your weekly mileage should be is key. Overdo it, and your risk of injury and overtraining increases. Go too easy, and you hamper your progress. So, what’s the magic number? Finding that perfect balance in between can be tough. Fortunately, … Read more

Running is a sport you can start at any age, whether you are 50, 60, or into your 70s and beyond. And, running provides a host of mental and physical health benefits no matter how old you are. Even if you haven’t run in decades–or you are a new runner altogether–it’s doable to get started … Read more

As a certified running coach, many non-runners assume that I mostly work with competitive half-marathon and marathon runners who want to run faster in big races. However, while I certainly work with advanced runners who are following a training plan with impressive time goals, I also work with many new runners who are looking to … Read more

It can be daunting to start a new exercise program, especially if you’re taking up a sport or activity you’ve never done before. If you’ve been mostly sedentary and decide you’d like to take steps towards being active and healthier, even just deciding to start walking 30 minutes a day can be challenging, let alone … Read more