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Best Running Tips for Beginners: First Time Advice You Need

It's easy to get overwhelmed with workouts, gels, gear, so let's step back and focus on the best beginner running tips you need to start.

21 Best Running Workouts for All Runners to Get Faster

Here are the 21 best running workouts to build your speed for any race distance, from a 5K to a marathon. They're the perfect way to add variety to training.

Easy Guide to Running Strides: What, How and Why Run Strides

Running Strides are a beneficial training term for new and experienced runners. Learn what they are, benefits, and how to do them properly.

Magic Mile Calculator: Finding Your Run Walk Pace

A simple one-mile run can help determine your training and race paces. Learn about the magic mile calculator test here.

How to Train for a 5K (According to a Running Coach)

Want to run a 5K but don't know where to start? This guide by running coach Amanda Brooks covers everything you need to complete your first 5K.

9 Best Stretches for Runners (According to a Running Coach)

Some studies say you don’t need to bother and others fight against that by showing how stretches for running improve your stride and prevent injuries. So what should you do?…

How to Start Running When Overweight

Being a heavier runner doesn't mean you can't achieve big things. Running when overweight tips to work with your body for success.

How to Make Your Own Running Training Plan: 5k to Marathon

Not everyone is interested in a running coach. Sometimes you just want to figure out what basic half marathon training plan (or other distance!) will actually work for you. There…

How Many Miles Is a 5K, 10K, 25K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultramarathon?

Whether you’ve just started running or you’re looking for a new challenge, you might be wondering just how far certain races really are and what’s a good time. Let’s put…

17 of The Best Inspirational Running Quotes

Running is a spiritual experience right? There’s a lot of praying happening by mile 25😂. Really this is another way of saying we have to work on our mental game…

What is a Good 5K Time? Averages + Fastest 5K Times

In the 1970’s America suddenly had a new found urge to move, which lead to a revolution in jogging. Until that point most runners were extremely fast and focused on…

10 Women Only Half Marathons and Women’s Races

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run surrounded by thousands of women? I’m sure most of you guys have, but ladies it’s an amazing experience and…

How To Run A 5K In 30 Minutes

Finishing a 5K in itself is a great achievement, but I know that for many running a 5K in 30 minutes or less is a big goal. It’s a big…

What is Parkrun? Why This Free Event Is Worth Your Time

Have you heard people talking about Parkrun USA? Or maybe during a morning run you found yourself passing some flags and people in neon vests, wondering if it was a…

Wanderlust 108: A Mindful Triathlon 5K, Yoga and Meditation

I’ve always wanted to do a triathlon. I mean I have all the required skills to swim, bike, run. What I lacked was the interest in racing, I’d prefer to…

Why Running a 5K Could Result in a Marathon PR

Endurance or speed that seems to be the option for most runners. I fully admit to running distance because I’m not a speedster! But what if we would improve in…

Runner’s World Race Review: Heartbreak Hill Hat Trick

For someone who always wanted to be a writer and then fell in love with running, could there be a more fitting experience than a Runner’s World race?? I think…

Napa Valley 5K

I know you enjoyed running with me through San Diego…but Napa this is a whole new ballgame! Have you ever been to a 5K where everyone was dressed the same?…

1st in my age group

This was one of the best weekends! Running, golfing, beaches, shopping and lots of time with David…from the top… FORT LAUDERDALE BLOGGIE MEET UP Friday morning I drove about 40…

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Amanda Brooks is a Certified Running Coach, Certified Personal Trainer and long time distance runner with a passion for every facet of running, which leads her to do more reading, research and running than necessary. Find all the tips, tricks and tools you need from this running coach for your best injury free running. Read More…

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