"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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned runner, here's how to make strides towards your wellness goals. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD Running burns calories and can support weight loss ...

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.

Though I’d consider the start of my running career middle school cross-country, I was never taught pacing. Instead, I remember just going out for quick efforts with no regard to pace and trying to ...

Good news: starting your running journey doesn't have to require diving in head-first and sprinting for 30 minutes straight. If you’ve never been much of a runner (or you’re starting to get back into ...