Category: America Saves

  • Run Your First Marathon: 4 Tips to Get Started

    “It’s a marathon, not a sprint.” I know you’ve heard this cliché, often attributed to life or some repetitive task.  It’s one of those things that is said so often that it loses the meaning behind its original intent. Run your first marathon, however, and you certainly learn that whoever said it originally was probably… Continue reading

  • Running Your First Half Marathon: 4 Tips to Get You to the Finish Line 

    Have you committed to running your first half marathon?  Well, congratulations!  You are in for quite an accomplishment.  It will be an uphill battle (pun intended).  With the right approach, you can set yourself up for a very positive experience on race day. I remember the day I completed my first half marathon in August 2014.… Continue reading

  • Running Your First 10K: Four Easy Steps

    Running your first 10K (6.2 miles) is a rite of passage for any novice runner. It signifies your ability to run about 40 to 60 minutes and opens your training possibilities up to be able to run a half marathon down the road.  So, yes, it is something to be proud of. I remember from Shoe… Continue reading