Running is an obvious choice when looking for ways to get fit and lose weight, or if you just want a new hobby. After all, it’s a cheap sport, requires minimal kit, and burns calories fast. However, it can be daunting when you are first starting out, which is where this book comes in..In this brand-new edition of Running for Beginners, we‘ve compiled all of the essential advice you need to start running today. We look at everything from nutrition and hydration to what to wear, as well as how to train properly, the best ways to prevent injury, why you should enter a race and much more. We hope that this book not only encourages you to start running, but also to keep it up and strive to achieve new goals. Once you get the running bug, there is no going back.Getting started - What to know before you strap on those trainers Health & fitness - Running is a great activity to maintain a good health and weight - here are the essential tips to become a healthy runner Training - You might have a specific goal in mind, like a 5k or even a marathon, and we'll help you achieve it with our training plans Racing - Want to put your running to the test? Learn how to prepare for your first race