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How to Start Running: A Beginner's Plan

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    nhs.uk

    NHS Couch to 5K

    The plan itself. Free, evidence-based, and paced slower than you think you need.

    Source: nhs.uk
  2. 2

    rei.com

    How to choose running shoes

    Do this in week one. Fit matters far more than brand or price.

    Source: rei.com
  3. 3

    runnersworld.com

    Runner's World — beginner injuries

    Shin splints and knee pain almost always mean too much too soon.

    Source: runnersworld.com
  4. 4

    nhs.uk

    NHS — warming up and stretching

    Five minutes before, five after. Skipping this is the most common reason week four hurts.

    Source: nhs.uk
  5. 5

    parkrun.com

    Parkrun

    Free timed 5K every Saturday. A good target for the end of week eight.

    Source: parkrun.com

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