'I hated running but these four things helped me conquer 10k'
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Improving your fitness is a common resolution for the new year, but if you're a beginner to running, working out or going to the gym, it can be hard to know where to start and what gear to get. As someone who hadn't ran since cross country at school, I set a goal for 2024 to complete 10k and as we enter 2025 I can finally say I conquered it.
The journey to 10k didn't happen overnight, and I found myself learning what equipment and clothing worked best for me to achieve that goal over the last year. From items I hadn't even thought about until I started running, to the headphones and trainers that helped me cross the finish line, I've highlighted my top four things I recommend for anyone wanting to get into running.
Running techniques and styles are different for each individual and what helped me might not be to your preference, however, it's a great place to start. If you want to start running but find it daunting or feel like you’re not good enough, I’m proof that a beginner runner starting from square one can do it.
READ MORE: I asked 16 celebrities what their must-have beauty product is and this is what they told me. READ MORE: Everything a running beginner needs to start the Couch to 5K in January from trainers to headphones. I've run using a range of different running trainers from New Balance to Nike, but my overall favourite is the Nite Jogger style from Adidas. The exact model I have are discontinued, however these Supernova Rise Running Shoes are very similar. Now on sale for £84.40 down from £131, you can get them in half sizes ranging from 3.5 to 10.5.
