"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 ...

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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 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 ...

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 ...

Our editors provide their favorite running shoe recommendations to new runners.