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Running & Cycling Tips, Guides & Tutorials

Practical guides for runners and cyclists — overlays, GPX, training plans, gear, and creating standout athletic content.

Running safety tips — Running Safety Tips: How to Stay Safe on Every Run
Running
Running Safety Tips: How to Stay Safe on Every Run

Running safety tips every runner should know — from road awareness and visibility gear to personal safety in unfamiliar areas. Stay safe so you can keep running consistently.

5K training plan for beginners — 5K Training Plan for Beginners: Zero to 5K in 8 Weeks
Training
5K Training Plan for Beginners: Zero to 5K in 8 Weeks

Never run a 5K? This 8-week beginner training plan takes you from your first run-walk session to finishing your first 5K. Includes a week-by-week schedule, form tips, and race day advice.

Running cadence for beginners — Running Cadence: What It Is and Why Beginners Should Care
Training
Running Cadence: What It Is and Why Beginners Should Care

Running cadence is the number of steps you take per minute. Learn what it means, what a good target is, and simple drills to improve it as a beginner.

Running breathing techniques — Running Breathing Techniques: How to Breathe Better on Every Run
Training
Running Breathing Techniques: How to Breathe Better on Every Run

Poor breathing is the number one reason new runners feel gassed too fast. These running breathing techniques will help you run longer and more comfortably.

Best running shoes for beginners — Best Running Shoes for Beginners: How to Choose the Right Pair
Gear
Best Running Shoes for Beginners: How to Choose the Right Pair

The right running shoes can prevent injuries and make your first miles far more comfortable. Here is how to choose them without getting overwhelmed.

How to start running — How to Start Running: A Complete Beginner Guide
Running
How to Start Running: A Complete Beginner Guide

Everything you need to know to start running as a complete beginner, from gear to pacing and building your first week of runs.