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Our Couch to 5K running plan helps transition couch potatoes to 5K runners in just 9 weeks. The C25K beginner's running plan has enabled thousands of beginning runners to walk/run their way to their first 5K race.

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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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Can't-Miss Fall & Winter Half Marathons
Travel for the race, stay for the views these fall and winter half marathons have it all.
By ACTIVE.com

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This Year's Hottest Sports Nutrition Trends
We've all heard about the importance of preexercise carbohydrates and postworkout protein, but there are some new nutritional powerhouses you may wa
By Megan Harrington

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Get Patriotic at a Fourth of July Race
Celebrate your health and our country's independence at one of these red, white and blue Fourth of July races.
By Erica Schuckies

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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

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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The 10 Commandments of Race Day For Runners
Even the best of us have screwed up on race day. Here are 10 important rules for having your best run when it counts most.
By Jackie Veling

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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

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Half Marathon Training Tips for Beginners
Use these half marathon training tips for beginners to cross the finish line strong.
By Karen Janos

When Does Running Get Easier for Beginners?
When will running start to feel easier for beginners? Find out what you can do to adjust to the demands of running faster so you can experience the le
By Sabrina Grotewold

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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Pete Rea

Pete Rea has been the head coach at ZAP Fitness, a Reebok-sponsored Team USA Training Center, since the facility's opening in 2002