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In an ongoing effort to better serve the local running community, former world-class runner and sub four-minute miler Swag Hartel would like to offer the "Swag's Training Tips", plus links to specific information of interest to beginning and experienced runners alike.

Swag's Training Tips
Links for Beginning Runners
  • cararuns.org - The Chicago Area Runners Association site includes:
    • A getting started section
    • Runners etiquette
    • Jargon
    • Beginners training program
  • CoolRunning.com -
    • First Steps
    • Basic Gear
    • Couch to 5K Training Plan
  • Hal Higdon - The longtime editor of Runners World magazine has his own site, which includes:
    • A beginners guide
  • RunningTimes.com - The online version of the print magazine Running Times offers:
    • Numerous training plans
    • Pace tools
  • Runners World - The online version of Runners World magazine offers:
    • Beginners Guide
    • Pacing Tools
    • Walking information
    • Marathons for Beginners info
  • Waddleon.com - The website of John "the penguin" Bingham, slow runner extraordinaire.
Louisville & Southern Indiana Running Clubs
Running Links
Injury Prevention Resources
Miscellaneous Links & Resources