Running for Beginners

Team World Vision loves beginners! And we want to help you feel confident as you train to accomplish a significant goal. Here are some questions we have heard from our team members that you might be asking as well...

Can I really do this??
What should I wear?
What kind of running shoes should I buy?
Do I need a watch?
What is Body Glide?
Body Glide is your friend. It looks like a stick of deoderant and you rub it on your skin to help prevent chafing while you run. (Under your arms, on your toes, inner thighs, around your sports bra, etc.) You can find it at most running and sports stores.


What do I do when it rains?
What is an expo?
What do I do if I get injured?
What is my pace?
Do I have to run the whole time?
No! Actually, many people do better on a run/walk program where they alternate several minutes of running with a minute or two of walking. We've created training programs to incorporate that technique into your training. Check out the beginner training programs on our Training Tools webpage.


What if I'm a plus size runner?