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Beginner Running

Start running without injury, burnout or boredom

What is a good half marathon time for a beginner?

May 31, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Beginner runner crossing half marathon finish line with arms raised in triumph

Wondering what a good beginner half marathon time looks like? Real pace breakdowns, honest benchmarks, and what to actually aim for your first 13.1 miles.

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8 week 10k training plan for complete beginners

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Beginner runner following a 10K training plan on a scenic outdoor path

Never run 10k before? This honest 8-week training plan builds you from short run/walks to race day — with real paces, weekly schedules, and what to do when life gets in the way.

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12 week half marathon training plan for beginners

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Beginner runner following a 12-week half marathon training plan on an open road

A realistic 12 week half marathon training plan for beginners — with weekly structure, paces, and honest advice for runners juggling real life.

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Running with a heart rate monitor: a beginner guide

May 25, 2026May 18, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Beginner runner checking heart rate monitor on wrist during outdoor jog

New to running with a heart rate monitor? Learn your zones, what the numbers actually mean, and how to use HR data without overcomplicating your training.

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Couch to 5K Program That Actually Works

May 25, 2026May 8, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Couch to 5K Program That Actually Works

Move from no running to 5K in 9 weeks without injury. Why the classic C25K works, and what most people get wrong.

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16-Week Marathon Training Plan for Beginners

May 25, 2026May 7, 2026 by Claire Matthews
16 week marathon training plan for beginners

Complete 16-week marathon plan for first-timers. Easy-paced building, long run progression, realistic weekly structure.

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