"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 ...

Running should feel effortless, pain-free, and rewarding—and so should getting started. If you’ve been thinking about giving ...

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 ...

So you’ve made the decision to start running? Let us be the first ones to welcome you to the club. No matter how fast or far you go, or whether you use the run/walk method, you’re a runner from here ...

To get some insight into what the best running shoes for beginners might be, I ventured to a local pub to catch Los Angeles’ Silver Lake Track Club before they took off for a run. As a new runner, I ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For those new to running, a pair of the best running shoes for beginners will help you get into a rhythm, ...

If there's one thing the best running shoes for beginners shouldn't be, it's intimidating. That's because when you start running (or start to think about starting running), it can feel like stepping ...

•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 ...