Stepping Up: Getting Started with Virtual Races
Last week, we took a look at the basics of virtual races: what they are and why you should give it a try. (If you missed it, be sure to check it out!) And...
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Walk, Race, Win: The Value of Virtual Races for Walkers
For years before I decided to sign up for my first in-person 5k, I’d seen friends posting about them on social media. I’d seen the race-day pictures and finish line photos and those smiling...
Race Day Ready: Routines for Before, During, and After the Race
Even though I get out nearly every day to put in my miles, there’s just nothing quite like the excitement, the energy, and the fun of race day—of lining up at the starting line...
How to Choose Your Next Race
Spring may still be indecisive about its arrival, but race season is already in full bloom. Each weekend, thousands of walkers and runners line up at the starting line in various cities all around...
What Walking Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day
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10 Ways to Stay Safe While Walking
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20 Temu Products to Stock Your Walking Gear Bag for Less
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How to Prepare for Warm Weather Walks
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The Ultimate 5,000-Step Walking Playlist
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Walker Friendly Races
In general, 5ks tend to be pretty walker-friendly. Organizers expect (and usually encourage) walkers to participate. But as the race distances increase, fewer and fewer races are as open to walkers. If you’ve been...