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SparkPeople's Running Center

Running is a great way to challenge your body, burn more calories, and reach new health and fitness goals! SparkPeople's Running Center has everything you need to start a running program, train for a race, and keep your program safe, fun and effective for the long haul.

Featured Programs

5K Your Way Training Plans

Are you ready to run a 5K your way? Choose one of four personalized training plans, complete with trackers, emails, tips and more!
Explore Our Interactive Plans 		 

Virtual Races

Race against other SparkPeople members! Just select your race date, time yourself, and post your results here!
Find a Virtual Race

Running Articles And Workouts

Get Started on the Right Foot

Training Tips for Runners

Keep Health and Safety in Mind

Running Success Stories

Getting Ready to Race

Map Your Run

Calculate your distance, pace and calorie burn when you run outdoors. Plus, share your routes and find routes from other members!


Use SparkPeople Fitness Maps

Running SparkTeams

Get support, tips and advice from other runners like you!

Road Runners
96,308 members
Rookie Running Group
6,477 members
Master Runners-40 and over
382 members
Runners On Our Way
595 members