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Running has multiple health benefits. Runners typically enjoy better sleep, stronger bones, reduced risk of heart disease, and an improved mood—commonly known as the “runner’s high.”

You can do this high-impact exercise outdoors or on a treadmill, while sprinting or running long-distance. No matter which way you move, you’ll discover the benefits of running with even a moderate pace. Get running tips, running shoe guides, and running training plans at Well+Good.

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Footwear
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Running
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Footwear
Crush Your Next 26.2 With These 8 Best Marathon Shoes, Recommended by Seasoned Marathoners
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Fitness Technology
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Running
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Running Tips
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Running Tips
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By Jennifer Heimlich
HIIT Training Workouts
The Exact Peloton Workouts to Do for 6 Different Fitness Goals, According to Your Favorite Instructors
By Kristin Jenny
HIIT Training Workouts
These 4 Benefits of HIIT for Runners Will Convince You to Add It to Your Routine ASAP
By Ciara Lucas
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Running Tips
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Sneakers
I Ran in Alo’s New All-Terrain Sneaker on the Road, Trail, and Even on a Half Marathon—Here’s How It Stacks Up
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Running
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Running Tips
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Running Tips
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Footwear
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Running
The 13 Best Long-Sleeve Running Tops for Cool-Weather Runs, According to Actual Runners
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Running Tips
Fast-Track Your 5K Training With This Pace-Pushing 5-Week Plan
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Running Tips
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By Rachel Grice
Running Tips
5 Weeks to 5K: Train Smarter, Run Faster, Finish Stronger With These 2 Plans
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Fitness Tips
Does It Actually Matter if You Wear the Same Shoes All the Time or Should You Switch Things Up Occasionally?
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Fitness Tips
Gabby Thomas Is the Track Athlete Who Came Away With the Most Gold Medals in Paris—Here’s How She Stays Healthy and Grounded
By Jen Ator
Running Tips
Want to Experience the Joy of Running Fast? Here Are 3 Sprinting Workouts You Can Do Right Now
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How the Next Generation of Runners Are Redefining Personal Success—and 3 Takeaways to Help You Reach Your Own New Heights
By Well+Good Editors
Running
Is Swimming or Running the Better Cardio Workout? Fitness Pros Weigh In
By Kelsey Kloss
Fitness Equipment
This Light-Up Running Pack Keeps Me Hydrated and Extra Safe During Nighttime Miles
By Jennifer Heimlich
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I Tried Nike’s Iconic (and Just Updated) Running Shoe For a Week of Summer Race Training—Here’s What I Learned
By Helen Sidebotham
Running Tips
Running Actually Isn't as Simple as Lacing Up Your Shoes and Heading Out the Door—Invisible Barriers Keep Lots of People From Embracing the Sport
By Ciara Lucas
Active Clothing
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By Ashley Mateo
Running
The Best Running Style for Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type, According to Research
By Kelsey Kloss
Running Tips
No, You Really Shouldn’t Run Through Shin Splints. Here Are 3 Major Reasons Why
By April Benshosan
Running
Want to Trade Swiping Right for Sweaty Strides? Run Clubs Offer an IRL Alternative to Dating Apps
By Maura Jenkins
Running Tips
Not Every Run Goes Off Without a Hitch. Here Are 11 Common Things That Could Go Wrong and How To Handle Them Like a Pro
By Jenessa Connor
Running Tips
Running at Night Feels Unsafe for Many Women. Will New Strava Safety Features Help?
By Ashley Mateo
Running Tips
Have an Upcoming Race? You Don’t Need To Run the Full Distance During Your Training (Seriously)
By Ali Nolan
Running
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By Rachel Kraus
Running Tips
Working With an Online Running Coach Made Me More Prepared For a Marathon Than Ever Before—Despite Getting Pneumonia During Training
By Jennifer Heimlich
Running Tips
Yes, You Can Train For a Race By Running With Friends—Even When You Run Different Paces. Here's How
By Erin Davis
Running Tips
4 Secrets To Keeping a Steady Running Pace So You're Not an Out-of-Breath Mess By the End of Your Miles
By Ali Nolan
Running Tips
Only Running ‘Short’ Distances? You’re in Good Company—and Reaping Plenty of Running Benefits
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Running Tips
No, It's Never OK To Bandit a Race
By Ashley Mateo
Fitness Equipment
The NYC Marathon Is Harder To Get Into Than an Ivy League. Now, You Can Run It Virtually With Peloton
By Rachel Kraus
Running Tips
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Running Tips
No, Pooping Yourself During a Run Isn't 'Normal'
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Sneakers
9 Lightweight Running Shoes That Will Keep You Cool, Just in Time for Sweaty-Feet Season
By Lauren Wingenroth
Fitness Tips
Here’s Why You Might Feel Like Throwing Up After a Workout—And How to Avoid Exercise-Induced Vomiting
By Alyssa Sparacino
Running Tips
4 Benefits of Running That Go Beyond Better Cardio
By Ali Nolan
Running Tips
Want To Run a Mile Without Stopping? These 12 Tips Will Get You There
By Jenessa Connor
Running Tips
What It's Like To Race at Disney—And How It Brought Me Back to Running
By Amber Sayer
Footwear
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By Hannah Singleton
Running
Ditching Distractions (Even Music) During My Runs Cleared My Mind and Made Me a Better Runner
By Erin Davis
Marathon Training
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By Megan Falk
Running Tips
Strength Training Is More Important for Runners Than You May Think. Here's How to Balance It
By Erin Davis
Marathon Training
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Training for Your First Half Marathon
By Megan Falk
Running
Foam Rolling’s Secret Perk? Doing It *Before* Exercising Makes Your Workouts More Effective
By Zoe Weiner
Running
5 Tips To Help You Run a Faster Marathon
By Ali Finney
Running Tips
7 Legit Benefits of Running At Night—And How To Do It Safely
By Jennifer Heimlich
Running
8 Post-Run Recovery Tips From Experts To Help You Bounce Back Faster
By Kelsey Kloss
Running
'Fartlek' May Be a Weird Name for a Run, But It'll Make You Faster (While Having Fun)
By Jennifer Heimlich
Running
I'm a Trainer, and I Discovered the Best Way To Go Running on Vacation
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Marathon Training
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By Lauren Wingenroth
Sneakers
The 8 Most Comfortable Running Shoes, According to an Expert
By Shannon Ullman
Fitness Equipment
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By Lauren Wingenroth
Footwear
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By Jennifer Heimlich
Home Tech
I Ran 500+ Miles Training for a Marathon, and This Podiatrist-Approved Foot Massager Got Me Through Each and Every One of ’Em Pain-Free
By Zoe Weiner
Sneakers
7 Reflective Running Shoes To Keep You Safe and Visible on Nighttime Jogs
By Rachel Kraus
Sales + Deals
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Sneakers
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By Hannah Singleton
Sneakers
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By Zoe Weiner
Sneakers
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By Rachel Kraus
Marathon Training
Caught the Marathon Bug? Here’s How Long It Takes To Train, and What To Know Before You Get Started
By Amber Sayer
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