5K Blog Posts

Are you thinking about taking your first steps towards becoming a runner? Here are all of the benefits that come along with running!

A Sports Nutritionist shares her top 10 nutrition tips for new runners, like what to eat before a workout and the importance of hydration!

The most critical element to half marathon success is recovery.
Without recovery, all your hard workouts simply wear you down and don’t allow your body to adapt to the stimuli of hard workouts and miles on your feet.

The history and economics of America’s favorite footrace: The Turkey Trot

If you’re feeling your running mojo wavering and you’re in need of a little pick-me up, these inspiring running quotes are sure to lift you up help bring back a little motivation.

Running in winter can be just as fulfilling as any other season, and researchers say that running in cold weather actually has more health benefits. Check out these tips to be prepared for race day!

One of my biggest pet peeves is when people say “I ran a race, but it was just a 5K .”

Just a 5K? I mean come on! It’s 3.1 miles! Most Americans CAN’T walk, let alone run a full 5K….so doing that is a huge accomplishment.

For those first time runners, theres no need to be intimidated. Guest Author Wendy Hoag “walks” us through some basic steps that helped her make the leap from non-runner to new runner.

I did it. I woke up early, drove through the darkness to Austin’s downtown marathon course, met a bunch of like-minded crazies and ran up and down the drizzle-soaked streets for 3.1 miles. I received a surprisingly hearty medal for my efforts — and a meaningful feeling of accomplishment. I also learned a few things you might find useful.

The 5K is one of the most popular race distances because most runners can prepare for it in just a few weeks. This makes it a great opportunity for people to get their first taste of racing.

About the Average Runner: John C. is a Life Fitness employee who ran his first 5K more than 15 years ago and has been hooked on running since. He’s not particularly fast or svelte, and he’s proof that you don’t have to be to an incredible athlete to put in the miles. Starting is the hardest part.

Introducing you to the 5k. How does it differ from other races? What makes it better?