It’s time to lace up and hit the pavement.
4 Training Plans That Will Turn You into a Running Pro

By Kelsey NelsonFeb 01, 2016
Kelsey Nelson
Kelsey Nelson is a born-and-raised Ohioan living life in South Carolina. She thrives at binge watching Netflix, contemplating what to order at the bar and running any trail or road she can get her feet on. In addition to being a Brit + Co contributor, she writes about southern pleasantries, DIY mishaps and more at North Living South. If she isn’t writing or running, she’s off adventuring with her husband Brad and their Lab/Dachshund mix, Gordy.
There’s no doubt that pounding the pavement is a good-for-you-activity. Running boosts brain power, strengthens the heart, reduces stress and can even lower your blood pressure. And signing up for a race in 2016 — from a virtual 5K to a marathon and everything in between — is a great way to stay focused, commit to regular exercise and boost your endorphins. Plus, with most races, there’s usually beer at the finish line. But now that you’ve committed, what does it take to get to the start line? Explore the four methods below, choose your plan, lace up and hit the pavement.
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