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?
It's important to wear a watch in order to help keep track of your pace, or the number of minutes it takes you to run each mile. It's especially key if you are doing a run/walk program and need to keep track of the time you run and then the time you walk. You don't need to spend a lot of money on a watch! GPS systems are great, but a $7 watch from Target works just fine!



What is Body Glide?
What do I do when it rains?
What is an expo?
The race expo takes place the weekend of the race. It's where you check in and pick up your bib number for your shirt. Usually, the expo is 2 days (Friday and Saturday before a Sunday race, for example.)

Remember the expo as you make travel arrangements. Most races require you pick up your race packet and bib number in person at the expo, and don't allow you to pick up your bib number on race morning. Plus, it's fun to walk around and pick up free samples!


What do I do if I get injured?
What is my pace?
Do I have to run the whole time?
What if I'm a plus size runner?