Hi. Let me introduce myself. I’m a 38-year-old, distinctly part-time runner, but with a decent base of strength and stamina. I’ve tried, but never managed to run 5K in under 20 minutes. There is, of ...

Good news: starting your running journey doesn't have to require diving in head-first and sprinting for 30 minutes straight. If you’ve never been much of a runner (or you’re starting to get back into ...

While Couch to 5K is a brilliant initiative that’s helped countless people get into running, some women benefit from a more tailored approach. This is particularly true in midlife, when physical and ...

The 5K is a staple in many runners’ racing schedules, and training for one comes with its own unique strategies for interval workouts, long runs, nutrition, and recovery. All of these factors are ...

The run-walk method is often considered a training plan for beginners. But runners of all levels can benefit. By Danielle Friedman During a recent half-marathon, I was taking a walk break when a man ...

Ben Khalesi writes about where artificial intelligence, consumer tech, and everyday technology intersect for Android Police. With a background in AI and Data Science, he’s great at turning geek speak ...

The phrase “putting the hammer down” commonly refers to drivers smashing the accelerator pedal to pick up a burst of speed, often to beat a waning yellow light. Runners use this idiom in much the same ...

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.