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Take on a 5K run with the Beginner's 5K Training Plan. For more tips and advice view the many articles below.

How to Train for Your First 5K

How to Train for Your First 5K

Ready to begin training for your first 5K? Congratulations! You're well on your way to a more active way of life.

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The Right Way to Schedule Races

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10 of the Quirkiest Habits All Runners Have
No matter if you're working toward your first 5K or you're an experienced marathoner, all runners can relate to these quirky habits.
By Michael Nystrom

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How to Find Your Max Heart Rate to Boost Running Performance
Use this field test to get an accurate HR max estimate, then use that number to dial in your training runs.
By Rashelle Brown

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What's a Tune-Up Race and Should You Run One?
A tuneup race can mean different things to different runners.
By Megan Harrington

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Fun Races to Run with Your Dog
Spend some quality time with your fourlegged companion at one of these dogfriendly races.
By Kolby Paxton

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7 Fun Kid-Friendly Races
Many standard 5Ks offer a shorterdistance option for kids, but these races are some that offer certain themes or unique spins to get kids excited to
By Emilia Benton

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5 Things to Know About Let Me Run
If you have a young boy who isn't sure what he'd like to participate in this fall, consider introducing him to Let Me Run.
By Sarah Harris

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Here’s Why Summer’s a Great Time to Focus on Running a Fast 5K
You can find a local 5K just about any weekend throughout the hottest season, making it a great time to add speed work to your training.
By Emilia Benton

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Are You Ready for a Running Coach?
You don’t have to be a marathoner or looking to set personal records to benefit from a running professional.
By Megan Harrington

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Runners and Foot Injuries: 4 Causes of Foot Pain
Has foot pain wrecked your training? Learn about the most common ailments, their causes and, most importantly, how runners can avoid the dreaded "I" w
By Caitlin Chock

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14 Running-Specific Strength Training Exercises
Strength work is the backbone of great endurance training. These runningspecific exercises will help you build strength, agility and explosiveness.
By Nikki Chavanelle

5K Training Tips for Beginners
If you're training for a 5K for the first time, or the first time in a long time, these five tips will put you on the right track to cross the finish
By Tyler Pake

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How to Treat and Prevent Runner's Knee
Knee pain is often caused by muscular imbalance, poor form and increased mileage. But you often don't know you have these issues until you experience
By Mackenzie Lobby

How Far Should You Run?
One of the most common questions that beginners have is, "How much should I run?" It's a tough question but we have the answer.
By Jason Fitzgerald

The Golden Rules of Running
From the 10percent rule to the conversation rule, here are 16 universal rules all runners should follow.
By Elizabeth Grimsley

How to Train for Your First 5K
Ready to start training for your first 5K? This mustread howto guide will get you there.
By Jenny Hadfield

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How to Go From Zero to Marathon in Six Months
If you're a marathon newbie or have been out of the game for a while, you need a smart training approach to get on the 26.2mile saddle.
By Pete Rea

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