Welcome to the Beginner Running Guides!

Dedicated to helping new runners navigate their journey with confidence. Explore tips, training plans, and essential advice to kickstart your running experience and achieve your fitness goals.

Treadmill vs Outdoor Running for Beginners

If you are new to running, you might be wondering whether it is better to run on a treadmill or…

Is Couch to 5K Still the Best Way to Start Running?

Couch to 5K has been the go-to beginner running plan for years. If you’ve ever thought about…

How to Stay Motivated With Running When the New Year Buzz Fades

The start of January often feels full of promise. New trainers, fresh plans, big intentions. But a…

What Do Beginner Runners Actually Need to Buy?

If you are new to running, it can feel like you need to buy all the gear before you even…

The Biggest Beginner Running Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

When you are new to running, it is easy to assume that everyone else knows what they are doing and…

How Often Should Beginners Run Each Week?

One of the first questions most new runners ask is, how often should I run as a beginner? It usually…

How to Start Running When You’re Unfit

If the thought of running makes you break into a sweat before you’ve even left the house, don’t…

What Counts as a Run When You’re a Beginner?

If you are new to running, or starting again after a break, you might be wondering what actually…

How to Start Running in January Without Burning Out

January is one of the most popular times of year to start running. New goals, fresh motivation…

What’s the Average Time for parkrun? A Beginner’s Guide

If you’ve started doing parkrun, you might be curious about how your 5k time compares to everyone…

VO2 Max for Beginners: What It Is, Why It Matters & How to Improve

Your Garmin can give you all sorts of useful stats, and if you’ve been looking at yours, you might…

What is gait analysis and why do I need it?

If you’re new to running, one of the most important things you can invest in is a decent pair of…

Beginner Running Guides: Tips, Gear & Motivation for New Runners

Starting running can feel a bit daunting, but it can also be really exciting and rewarding. Our beginner guides are packed with advice to help you build confidence and set up a training routine that actually works.

So many beginners go off too fast and end up burnt out or injured. Our guides break it down simply, showing you how to structure your runs, nail your warm-ups and cool-downs, and gradually build up your distance. You can even grab tips on creating a training schedule that actually fits around your life.

Running gear can also feel a bit overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Check out our beginner gear guides, we cover everything from how to choose the right running shoes, sports bras, and gear for all seasons.

If you need a helping hand with training plans and motivation – we can help with that too!


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