How to Start Running (And Enjoy It)

Running can and should be funImagine finding a new sense of adventure, making new friends, and celebrating accomplishments you never thought possible. What if running more and more felt easy, instead of miserable? What if running became no big deal and even something you looked forward to? And, what if, just three months from now, you could run three miles?As a runner of over twenty years (and a deep-diving nerd on the subject), author Sarah Austin Casson shares her best tricks and tips for getting started and actually enjoying yourself. Having run and worked in dense cities, deserts, jungles, and high mountain peaks, she brings practical, proven methods for a training experience that feels rewarding instead of punishing.Casson knows that many of us are used to thinking of running as punishment, but it doesn't have to be that way. With this book, she'll hold your hand as you build your running capabilities over time.In this book, you'll learn:A three-month run-walk program that builds you up to running 30 minutes comfortablyThe simple secret to getting faster and why most pros run super gently most of the timeHow to find the perfect shoes (and why an in-store fitting session beats confusing jargon)The critical difference between carrying a phone in a hand or an armband versus positioning it on the lower torso to prevent throwing off running alignmentHow to tailor cross-training (from yoga to rock climbing) to match your body's recovery needsWhy using only one earbud near traffic can actually be less safeWhich socks prevent blisters and wick sweat best — even in summerWhat to log weekly to track trends and stick to the programThe smart way to handle missed runs without risking injuryIf you've ever been curious about running or want to get back into moving your body in an enjoyable way, this book is for you!Pick up your copy today and discover how fun running can be! Read more