So, you’re thinking about running. (Woo-hoo!) In order to make your new, great habit stick, make sure that you’re wearing safe and comfortable shoes made for the job. You need a pair that fits well ...

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To that end, here are the three biggest mistakes she’s noticed beginners always make—and three simple fixes to overcome them.

Like so many runners, I began exclusively on pavement. In college, I’d lace up for a few miles to shake off the post-exam haziness in my brain. I even ran a couple half-marathons for the challenge, ...

Runners often have a love-hate relationship with their running routine. The idea of lacing up and hitting the open road can feel daunting, especially when your alarm is blaring and the sun is barely ...

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It turns out that doing hot yoga a few times a week and hiking at least once a week won’t make you a decent beginner runner. Month one was plagued by difficult quarter-mile runs and sore legs and ...

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•Comfort: Finding clothes and gear that make you comfortable and confident is key. If something doesn’t feel good at home, it’s not going to get better once you start moving. •Moisture-Wicking: If ...

I’m covered in mud. Wet, sticky, mud. And blood, and salt from sweat and tears. But I’m still moving. Hobbling like I’m headed to breakfast in a nursing home, but moving, nonetheless. The wind blows ...

In addition to being a great way to get in phenomenal shape, both from a cardiovascular and physical standpoint, running is also a wonderful way to work through stress and practice self-care. That’s ...