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How to Start Running
Running can and should be fun. 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 on how to get started running--and enjoy yourself.In this gentle 3-month training plan, Casson takes you from walking thirty minutes to running three miles. The goal here isn’t no pain, no gain, fast mile paces, or marathon completions, but instead, is to develop a new way to play and move your Running.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 along the way as you build your running capabilities over time.Instead of getting stuck with common beginner-runner problems, falling down internet rabbit holes or looking to questionable forum postings on how to get started running, you can turn to this book. It contains everything you might need to know about getting started running--the gear, knowledge, and training plan. And it does so by gently holding your hand in a friendly, encouraging way.If 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!
108 pages, Paperback
Published January 25, 2024
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October 13, 2025Comprehensive and fun ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
What I love most about this book is that it’s clear the author loves running and just wants to share the joy of it with others. Reading it felt like talking with a friend—a friend who just happens to be somewhat of a running expert.
The book is packed full of helpful tips and suggestions, from what equipment you’ll need and where to get good deals, to how best to carry things when running, like your phone. Not being much of a runner myself, I would’ve suggested an armband—but, as the author points out, that’s not a great idea for balance and other reasons.
There’s lots of space to write responses to reflection questions and log your runs/training. Perfect for tracking progress, staying motivated, and keeping on top of your running goals.
It’s an easy read and is literally written in a “walk before you run” format to ensure safety, enjoyment, health, and more.
I bought the ebook, but the phyiscal copy would be best so you can write in it. You can still use the ebook, but you’ll need to grab yourself a blank/lined book to write in.
Great book.
What I love most about this book is that it’s clear the author loves running and just wants to share the joy of it with others. Reading it felt like talking with a friend—a friend who just happens to be somewhat of a running expert.
The book is packed full of helpful tips and suggestions, from what equipment you’ll need and where to get good deals, to how best to carry things when running, like your phone. Not being much of a runner myself, I would’ve suggested an armband—but, as the author points out, that’s not a great idea for balance and other reasons.
There’s lots of space to write responses to reflection questions and log your runs/training. Perfect for tracking progress, staying motivated, and keeping on top of your running goals.
It’s an easy read and is literally written in a “walk before you run” format to ensure safety, enjoyment, health, and more.
I bought the ebook, but the phyiscal copy would be best so you can write in it. You can still use the ebook, but you’ll need to grab yourself a blank/lined book to write in.
Great book.
September 12, 2025
The Formula to Start Running
Want to start running but don’t know where to start? This book is a quick and easy read that will answer all of the questions you probably have before you start (what should I wear? What should I eat? etc.), and then it provides you with a 3-month weekly schedule to help ease you into running 3 miles.
Sarah’s enthusiasm for running is infectious, amd she provides you with lots of recommendations to make your running more enjoyable. After reading this book you will feel inspired to join the (runner’s) club and begin your running journey. I know I will!
Want to start running but don’t know where to start? This book is a quick and easy read that will answer all of the questions you probably have before you start (what should I wear? What should I eat? etc.), and then it provides you with a 3-month weekly schedule to help ease you into running 3 miles.
Sarah’s enthusiasm for running is infectious, amd she provides you with lots of recommendations to make your running more enjoyable. After reading this book you will feel inspired to join the (runner’s) club and begin your running journey. I know I will!
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