There is a wealth of advice available for you when you decide to take up running. Below we have collated some useful articles for the beginner runner from our comprehensive 'Beginners' section (www.run247.com/articles/beginners.html)

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Beginners Guide to Running – getting started
If you have decided to give running a go, but don't know where to start, then we have some great pointers for you
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Your first run
Going out for the first run can be daunting so we have put together some great tips to help you get started
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Running Technique
Running is a natural motion and you will find you run a certain way, but there are number of things you can think about to try and make your technique more effective
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5 Weeks to 5km!
Training plans to help you conquer the 5km distance in five weeks! A variety of pace options from walk, jog, run or race are available
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Run247 Training Schedules
We have a great choice of training plans available for free. Distances from 5km, 10km, half marathon to marathon are available for a range of abilities
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Get off the couch and find your passion!
A great inspirational read for all runners! Liz Neighbour discovers that you never know where your feet may take you when you put down the iron and grab your shoes
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parkrun tourism
parkrun is a great place for beginner runners to enjoy running with others. In this article Run247 columnist Kirsty Reade, along with her club mates, visits the Poole parkrun
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Goal Setting
Gemma Bragg takes a close look at how goal setting can help to keep you motivated throughout the year
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