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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor I ran my first 5K race this past weekend, which was an exciting accomplishment. I even managed to hit my goal time! I don't think I'll be running the Boston Marathon anytime soon (congrats to all of yesterday's runners) but I've got to say, it feels good. What are you waiting for? Lace up your sneakers! Training for Your First 5K This program has you alternate bouts of running and walking, gradually increasing the running time over several weeks until you can run all 3.1 miles without stopping. That's how I trained, and it really made it pretty easy. Never Ran Before? That's Okay! More 5K Training Programs See More About:  5k training program  run/walk method  beginner runners Half-Marathon Training Maybe you're a little more ambitious than me and you want to run a half-marathon, like my friend Kate did a couple weekends ago (she ran that, and then also ran the 5K with me a week later. The girl is nuts). This training program will get you to 13.1 miles in no time. How Long Will It Take to Run a Half-Marathon? Walking a Half-Marathon See More About:  half-marathon training  road races  beginner runners Mental Tips for Marathon Running I've heard it time and time again: Running is all mental. A marathon has plenty of challenges, so keeping your head in the race will help you stay focused and reach the finish line. Tapering Before a Marathon When to Replace Your Running Shoes See More About:  marathon running  mental fitness  boredom during runs Avoid these Pre-Race Mistakes It's almost race day! Make sure your hard work pays off by following these tips for the day before. And good luck! Managing Your Nerves Advice for the Morning Before See More About:  marathon running  marathon training  pre-run eating Health Ads Mental Health Help Mental Health Mental Health Topics Health Articles Health Fitness Featured Articles What Causes Seizures? Fiber and Longevity Understanding Medical Test Results Why We Faint Best Sunglasses for Golfing Doctor Visits with Your Preemie   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement