New to running - or just new to running long distances? Don't fret - running a half or a full marathon is not impossible - all you need is to practice and to stick with a training program. If you are completely new to long distance running - I would not recommend starting out with a full marathon (26.2 miles) - go for a half marathon (13.1 miles) and see how you like it and then maybe next year train for a full. Almost everyone who is healthy and in good shape will be able to complete a half marathon. You may not run the whole distance - but 13.1 miles is doable for most people if they train.

If you are just starting up on running I would recommend that you use the following guide "beginning to run", and sign up for our first 5K race program.

New to running? Need to get up to speed with all the new gadgets and developments? Don't worry - we'll get you up to speed!

You may think that keeping track of running data is just for really serious runners or people that have OCD.  Not so!  Keeping track of your running will allow you to follow your progress and injuries and also let you know when your shoes have reached the end of their lives.

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