If you follow the run/walk method, you know alternating run and walk intervals can save energy and ultimately improve your overall pace. And if you progress those run/walk intervals the right way, you ...

The run/walk method is more than just an entry-level strategy for new runners—it’s a proven approach for improving endurance, reducing fatigue, and avoiding injuries. Alternating between running and ...

A certified U.S. running coach explains how a short, smartly structured workout can help beginners feel capable, consistent, ...

This year, I ran my first half marathon just one day after running a 10K. Similarly, in 2024, I ran a 5K, 10K, and 10-miler three days in a row. I didn’t get injured during my training and I wasn’t ...

Lower back pain is the most common cause of disability worldwide, and avoiding exercise can actually make it worse, according to some research. A study found benefits to a 12-week run/walk program, ...

Are you looking to start running but find the idea overwhelming? The Jeffing method, a combination of running and walking, may be the perfect solution for you. This ...

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.