Newbie Chronicles

If something hurts when you run, there’s probably a good reason—and a remedy.

Our Newbie pursues that one perfect running moment.

It would be a lot easier to run if it weren’t for all the other stuff we could be doing.

How to get your brain on board before setting your body in motion.

She looks to her younger self for proof and reassurance that she might (someday) be a runner.

After six years, thousands of miles, and countless milestones, you are no longer a newbie. A look back—and forward.

You may never catch the front of the pack, but it's always worth the effort.

Sometimes it’s the difference between merely looking like a runner and becoming one.

Need another reason to run? It keeps your brain in great shape.

A superbright headlamp makes running in the darkness virtuous, cool, and fun.

Targeting a time goal requires hope, training, and a little professional help.

Newbie discovers that prepping like a pro for 26.2 is a little frightening and a lot of fun.

Why a father would run 13.1 miles on the best worst day of his life.