The importance of physical activity for maintaining heart health cannot be overstated. With cardiovascular diseases becoming ...

This has probably happened to you: You’re on a run when suddenly that nagging quad ache or knee pain flares up. You may ask yourself, “Should I stop running or should I push through?” Instead of this ...

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, ...

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 ...

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.

Stand with feet hip width apart. Step foot backward and bend at the knee, while pushing through the ball of your back foot, ...