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?
Take a look at our gear checklist to make sure you have what you need to be safe and comfortable while you run. Most importantly, order your Team World Vision running shirt on our online store and wear it! It's great for training, and you'll definitely want to wear it on race day.

As a rule, what you wear should be made of wicking material. This will prevent sweat from soaking into your clothes and help keep you cooler. This rule applies to shirts, shorts, sports bras, and socks! (Cotton socks is the #2 cause of blistering!)



What kind of running shoes should I buy?
Do I need a watch?
What is Body Glide?
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?