"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 ...

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 ...

The most important purchase a runner can make? Shoes. “The only thing I really believe you shouldn’t cut corners on is a good pair of running shoes,” said runner and personal trainer Caitlin Moyer.

The journey to becoming a consistent runner often begins with a simple yet crucial question: how far should you run each day? While many beginners focus on achieving specific mileage goals, fitness ...

Instead of getting lost in shoe tech and becoming overwhelmed by all the “best running shoe” choices you’ll find online (although this is a great place to start), it’s good to start with the basics ...

BARCELONA, Spain — Hikers navigating rugged terrain may have noticed more people speeding along the same trail while leaping over rocks and roots like two-legged mountain goats. Trail running has ...

Let’s be real: Running 26.2 miles isn’t easy. Even if it feels like everyone around you is training to run a marathon these days, less than 1 percent of the population actually conquers the iconic ...

If you're interested in beginning your running journey this spring, these are the essentials that both a beginner and veteran runner use all the time. Giselle Castro-Sloboda Fitness and Nutrition ...

Running has never been my thing. The treadmill felt like a hamster wheel, and city streets were just endless stretches of concrete monotony. I’ve done it a few times, usually as a result of falling ...

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Whether you've been running for as long as you can remember or are just starting, having the right running gear can truly make or break your experience -- especially if you're training for a marathon.