Dominique de Rooij is an avid runner and founder of http://www.best-running-tips.com, Best Running Tips. Best Running Tips is a website on beginner running tips, running training for beginners and more experienced runners and also includes lots of tips and advice about running apparel and gear.

Are you pondering about how to start running? Let me guess...you may be a little overweight, or unfit and you think that running can help you.Well, you're right! But you don't know how to start runnin...

Many people are skeptical about the benefits of running. Doesn't running make you all sweaty? Doesn't it put you at higher risk for all kinds of injuries? Doesn't all that pounding on your joints actu...

Want to increase your running speed? Then you need to add some interval running to your running program. Interval running, which is also known as track work or speed work, is a type of training that i...

If you want to increase your running speed, you need to do speed training. Fartlek is a wonderful way of speed training. Fartlek, Swedish for speed play, is a good introduction to faster running train...

Want to increase your running speed? Then you need to start doing some tempo running. Tempo running is one of the most effective methods for building up your speed during a race. It will train your bo...

For those looking for a solid, comprehensive exercise program, it is certainly recommended to start running. There are few exercises that can burn fat, develop lean muscle mass, and enhance cardio mor...

Wanting to cover the incredible 26.2 miles? Then you need some marathon running tips.Running a marathon is quite a feat, but the main work is in the training and preparation.Make sure you prepare your...

For many runners there is still so much to improve. They do not realize that a different approach to their distance training could have incredible impact on their performance. Many runners would becom...

A question I regularly get from readers of my website is the following:"I have been running the same course faster and faster every time. Lately I can't improve anymore. What should I do to improve my...

 When you decide to start running you have got a lot of questions on your mind.How do I start running? What should I wear? Is it okay if I walk occassionnally?In this article I will provide you with a...

You as a runner know, or should know, the importance of stretching. You do a warming-up before, and, especially, a cooling-down after your workout. You do a few stretches and then think you are done. ...

When you are seriously working towards a key race, you are using a focused running program. You do your long runs, easy runs, tempo runs and intervals. Great ! But something is missing in this picture...

What do you do in winter as a runner ?Sit on the couch and let those extra Christmas pounds settle ?Maybe not...