At Runner’s World, we’ve guided thousands of athletes to their first marathon finish line. But if you’ve never run a marathon before, you probably made your decision to run 26.2 miles with a little ...

Is the marathon an ambitious first running goal? Sure. But we get why a beginner may want to skip some of the traditional running milestones—the casual 5K you run for fun; the 10K you do to see if you ...

September 8, 2025 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google We may earn a commission from links on this page. Training for a marathon can be a massive commitment, but not ...

After a major weight loss, I spent years training hard and going above and beyond to be the best athlete I could be. At that point in my life, I had the time and motivation needed to follow a rigid ...

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

The week of workouts below is for SELF’s Learn to Love Running Program, our brand-new, beginner-friendly plan that will get you running 30 minutes nonstop! Here’s what you need to know to get started.

Taking the step up to Ironman? An Ironman run training plan is all but essential and it can be a great companion to a standard triathlon training plan. Unless you come from a strong running background ...

PORT ANGELES — This spring brings an exciting lineup of trail running events and activities, making now the perfect time for people to mark their calendars. From expert-led workshops to accessible ...