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Beginners' guide to running

Our ultimate guide to learning to run for beginners

Posted: 19 August 2010
by kate langrish

We'll turn you into a runner in no time!

Yes, you can run!

Don't worry if you get out of breath just running for the bus, with our super-simple beginners' training plan, we'll have you running a 5k in just 10 weeks

A decent pair of trainers will stop you from getting injured. Baffled by the huge variety of what's on offer? Find out how to buy the perfect pair of trainers for you

Don't even think about starting to run without investing in a sports bra. Here's our pick of the best sports bras

Not sure which stretches to do before heading out for a run? Follow our guide to the only warm-up moves you need to do

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katie morris 2

I've found a great new running route near me at home along the canals and around old parts of london which I have found really inspiring.

Posted: 07/09/2010 at 17:51

Tim

Katie, your sooo right. Canels are a great place to run, there is usually much to look at and things are often changing. As the nights are starting to close in it may not be the best place to run solo as often they can be quiet but great with a running buddy or two!!.

Posted: 08/09/2010 at 18:59

Christina

I like running through the woods with streams and soft trails through it (with a running buddy of course). I love having all of the nature around me and seeing wildlife going about their daily business as I'm running through.

Posted: 10/09/2010 at 11:49

Stephanie Hutchinson

I agree, running on roads is not as therapeutic for me unforutnately I live in the middle of a town so I have to run a couple of miles before I get to some greenery. I try to do the Parkrun on a Saturday which gives me a bit of greenery and last week I saw a squirrel

Posted: 10/09/2010 at 11:58

Gina fontanarosa

I live in a flat which overlooks the regents canal and when I sit on my sofa I look down on runners on their way too and from Victoria Park East London. This inspires me to get my trainers on and join them otherwise I end up feeling like a couch potato.

regents canal is great , there is lots of wildlife and amazing graffiti . It keeps me entertained.

Posted: 13/09/2010 at 16:45

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