Complete Beginners Guide to Running

In this complete guide to running for beginners Taren explains: how to get started running, beginner running technique, a beginner run training plan, a learn to run training system, how to avoid injuries while running, best shoes for beginner runners, and many other run training tips that will help new runners.

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FASTED TRAINING STUDY: 
CHRONIC ELEVATED CORTISOL LEADS TO WEIGHT GAIN STUDY:

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[chuckiep]

I wanted to say thank you! On October 2nd 2023 I started your 6 week (building up plan) so I could run nonstop. This morning I ran a full 5K non stop in 36min 15sec. I have you and your plan to thank for that. I just wanted you to know that you helped someone. To anyone that watches this video and might read this. Don’t think about it just do it. I’m 44 years old 6’1 274lbs. it’s never too late to start! Now I have a time to beat and I’m on to a 10K running plan! Thanks again!

[davidlittlejohn]

I love your insight into your journey. We all have setbacks over ours athletic careers. I’m now 61 and have over multiple serious injuries … the human body is resilient! I have remained focused and taken slow deliberate steps forward listening to my body! Being a RN for 35+ years and a lifetime athlete I’ve recognized that self awareness if key. Compete against yourself! Living your own journey is key!

[dancingcowgirl]

One of the best start running videos I’ve seen.

[brideofchristlastdays]

Hi, Elsa and Barron, my name is Annie,
this was an amazing video and very straightforward and honest about off grid living, off grid living is truly not for everyone, thank you for making this video, now my family can understand that it truly take courage to become a pioneer, you and Barron are amazing, when I was going through tuff time, your adventure videos encouraged me and got me through many seasons, I hope one day I can meet you in person and give you a gigantic bear hug.

My husband and I live in Colorado as well, we sold everything and moved here 2021, we live about 2 and 1/2 hours from where you guys live, when we move here, it was just a land with nothing on it, but a blessing is previous owner already had a well drugged, but it took a while to get the water running, when I saw water coming out of garden hose, I jumped for joy and did a little dance.

We now have solar panels, a tiny tiny cabin with a wood stove, a green house, chicken coop, 2 roosters and 28 hens, 35 quails, 2 turkeys and 2 adult big breed dogs and 2 puppies.

It was truly an adventure, so I totally understand both you and Barron are true pioneers.

Much love to you both and baby in your tummy ❤

~Annie~

[TheKaffined]

I just started running a month ago. This video is incredibly helpful as I've had certain beliefs from years ago that you've helped clarify. Thank you!

[luisvalenzuela]

thanks a lot! very useful and insightful!

[nancyzuerlein]

Everyone told me running comes naturally…. But not for me! So thank you for this. I need the basics. I do well in triathlons during the swim and bike, but fall behind on the run. Hope this helps!

[kunahs_ohana]

So good to hear your nutrition advice…people have been running for years…before all of these brands marketed their products….most are not necessary

[allenvilleendurance]

Literally so stoked this was released while I was boarding my plane! Something I am absolutely struggling with! The book you have is wonderful, read it twice, but just watching this, hits some point missed. Ready to try some new misc changes on my afternoon run in Miami!

[Pune-boy-who-peddles]

Very helpful. You are my running guru!

[ifonly]

Brigid Kosgei is a notorious heel As long as your foot lands underneath your center of mass it's all good. Biomechanics are unique to each individual. Trying to change your foot strike is like asking someone right handed to write with his/her left hand !!!!

[chrisvanbuggenum]

As a cyclist who's about to start running the timing is perfect.

[lolobits]

Hey! Loved the video, just did the first run and I’m feeling pretty good with myself. I have a question regarding run#2, if I take 50secs rest after the sprint, that would mean a 5 minutes workout? What would be a good warmup? Not sure but it feels a bit short compared to the 24 minutes on run 1…even though I’m sure I will be out of air after the first one 😂

[ishanparekh]

How important is zone 2 training like being under a certain hr for beginners? Should beginners only focus on zone 2 in the beginning? Also what’s the best watch for running under $200?

[jobanski]

Something to note, it looks like the treadmill has a positive angle, or incline, so on a flat surface you would have more of a forward lean. Or I just need glasses. Lol

[MichaelVash]

Any tips for wide shoes? I generally need 4E to 6E

Not finding many without a higher drop

[seriasssam]

So you've changed your opinion on fasted training? As you used to be all for fasted training in easy runs/cycling zone 2?

[choogafantastic]

Land on your heel??? We’re sprinters, I must be in the wrong place 😅

[laQwoter]

7 or 8 Ounces? To me, it sounds like a magical measure, like measuring something in squirrels.
1/16th of a Pound, isn't Pound a currency?