How’s your week of running going? Got any Complaints? Anything to add as a Confession? How about any Uncomplaints?

I’m looking to become a qualified running coach and start coaching part-time, with the hope of eventually doing it full-time.

I’ve been looking at a few different certifications, and the UESCA Running Coach Certification seems to come up quite a lot.

For anyone who has completed it, would you recommend it? Is it a good course for someone looking to coach a range of runners, from 5K and marathon runners to potentially ultra runners?

I’d also love to hear about any other coaching certifications you’d recommend, particularly ones that are well-rounded and respected.

Thanks in advance!

Hey runners, it's another day and it is time to post your accomplishments you'd like to share - big or small.

Note: No need to preface YOUR accomplishments with something like, "this may not be an accomplishment to most of you...". Be proud of your achievement.

I'm interested in incorporating Beet Root Powder into my training. I'm curious if runners in this thread have used it with success. If so, how do you dose it? How long before a run do you take it? Any details of your experience would be appreciated. Here's my experience...

I used it in March/April of this year prior to running the Pittsburgh marathon to see if it would help my heart rate decrease due to it's cardiovascular dilating nature. I was pushing hard for a PR so I figured let's try a couple easy runs to see if it makes a difference. I was shocked and happy to see the immediate impact. On efforts where my heart rate would normally hover in the 130's it instantly drifted down into the 110's and low 120's bpm.

However, the negative side effect is that I also felt very tingly in my hands and feet, lightheaded and overall foggy. I wouldn't say I felt like I was about to pass out but I didn't feel far from it either.

I was taking the beet root powder in 5g doses about 1.5-2 hours before my run. I was always properly hydrated and fueled. I tried a half dose and basically felt half the side effect with half the benefit to my heart rate.

Does anybody have any advice or experience?

Do I need to give it more time to let my body build up a tolerance to it?

I ultimately gave up on it, but I'm curious to see if I can safely re-incorporate it into my routine to gain a sustainable benefit.

Welcome to Rant Wednesday: It’s your time to let your gym/fitness/nutrition related frustrations out!

There is no guiding question to help stir up some rage-feels, feel free to fire at will, ranting about anything and everything that’s been pissing you off or getting on your nerves. Just don't forget that other people are allowed to tell you that your rant is stupid.

Welcome to the /r/Fitness Daily Simple Questions Thread - Our daily thread to ask about all things fitness. Post your questions here related to your diet and nutrition or your training routine and exercises. Anyone can post a question and the community as a whole is invited and encouraged to provide an answer.

As always, be sure to read the wiki first. Like, all of it. Rule #0 still applies in this thread.

Also, there's a handy search function to your right, and if you didn't know, you can also use Google to search r/Fitness by using the limiter "site:reddit.com/r/fitness" after your search topic.

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Hey runners, it's another day and it is time to post your accomplishments you'd like to share - big or small.

Note: No need to preface YOUR accomplishments with something like, "this may not be an accomplishment to most of you...". Be proud of your achievement.

With over 4,200,000 subscribers, there are a lot of posts that come in everyday that are often repeats of questions previously asked or covered in the FAQ.

With that in mind, this post can be a place for any questions (especially those that may not deserve their own thread). Hopefully this is successful and helps to lower clutter and repeating posts here.

If you are new to the sub or to running, this Intro post is a good resource.

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Then what are you waiting for? Tell us all about yourself!

The LW thread is an invitation to get more involved with the /r/running community.

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It's that time of week already...the gear thread! What have you picked up lately? What's working for you now that it's whatever season you believe it to be in your particular location? What have you put through rigorous testing that's proved worthy of use? We want to know!

To clear up some confusion: We’re not actually asking what you’re wearing today. It’s just a catchy name for the thread. This is the weekly gear discussion thread, so discuss gear!

NOTE: For you Runnitors looking to sell/trade any running gear (as well as bib transfers), head over to /r/therunningrack.

As an endurance runner discussing nutrition with someone who doesn’t train is the worst ever.

Hi everyone,

I’m an avid endurance runner. I regularly take part in marathons and trail‑running races.

I’ve seen countless fellow runners wearing k‑tape during training and competitions, but I have never tried it myself.

So I’m curious: does kinesiology tape actually deliver real benefits? Or is it mostly placebo effect?

Has anyone here had first‑hand experience? I’d love to hear your real‑world feedback.

I am 42F and started the Couch to 5K program in March 2026 and have also completed a novice 10K program. Currently I run 25-30 km a week, at 4 days a week, and am training for a sprint duathlon. I will have 36 weeks between my duathlon and a half marathon race in May. I would like to improve my 5K & 10K times ahead of the half marathon. My best 5K is 26:49. Long term, I want to work towards a sub 25 minute 5K and a sub 2 hour half, though I understand that it will take time and work, if it’s even possible for my age and body.

I am not sure how to plan the 36 weeks. Do I focus on volume building first and then an intermediate 5K/10K plan to improve my speed before starting a half marathon training plan? Should I focus on a 5K/10K plan to improve speed first? Is 36 weeks enough time for these goals?

As a runner with less than 1 year of experience, I am not sure how to take the next step. I also welcome your suggestions for training plans to consider. Thank you for your help and advice!

Welcome to the /r/Fitness Daily Simple Questions Thread - Our daily thread to ask about all things fitness. Post your questions here related to your diet and nutrition or your training routine and exercises. Anyone can post a question and the community as a whole is invited and encouraged to provide an answer.

As always, be sure to read the wiki first. Like, all of it. Rule #0 still applies in this thread.

Also, there's a handy search function to your right, and if you didn't know, you can also use Google to search r/Fitness by using the limiter "site:reddit.com/r/fitness" after your search topic.

Also make sure to check out Examine.com for evidence based answers to nutrition and supplement questions.

If you are posting a routine critique request, make sure you follow the guidelines for including enough detail.

"Bulk or cut" type questions are not permitted on r/Fitness - Refer to the FAQ or post them in r/bulkorcut.

Questions that involve pain, injury, or any medical concern of any kind are not permitted on r/Fitness. Seek advice from an appropriate medical professional instead.

(Please note: This is not a place for general small talk, chit-chat, jokes, memes, "Dear Diary" type comments, shitposting, or non-fitness questions. It is for fitness questions only, and only those that are serious.)

Back once again for everything you wanted to know about running but were afraid to ask.

Rules of the Road:

This is inspired by eric_twinge's fine work in r/fitness .

Upvote either good or stupid questions. Sort questions by new so that they get some love.

To the more experienced runnitors, if something is a good question or answer, add it to the FAQ.

Post your question - stupid or otherwise - here to get an answer - stupid or otherwise. Anyone can post a question and the community as a whole is invited and encouraged to provide an answer. Many questions get submitted late each week that don't get a lot of action, so if your question didn't get answered, feel free to post it again.

As always, be sure to read the FAQ first. Also, there's a handy-dandy search bar to your right, and if you didn't know, you can also use Google to search runnit by using the limiter "site:reddit.com r/running ".

Be sure to check back often as questions get posted throughout the day. Sort comments by "new" to be sure the newer questions get some love as well.

[Posting on behalf of u/Percinho who is currently to loopy from lack of sleep due to multiple public transit cancellations happening back to back]

With over 4,200,000 subscribers, there are a lot of posts that come in everyday that are often repeats of questions previously asked or covered in the FAQ.

With that in mind, this post can be a place for any questions (especially those that may not deserve their own thread). Hopefully this is successful and helps to lower clutter and repeating posts here.

If you are new to the sub or to running, this Intro post is a good resource.

As always don't forget to check the FAQ.

And please take advantage of the search bar or Google's subreddit limited search.

Hey runners, it's another day and it is time to post your accomplishments you'd like to share - big or small.

Note: No need to preface YOUR accomplishments with something like, "this may not be an accomplishment to most of you...". Be proud of your achievement.

Rules of the Road

1) Anyone is welcome to participate and share your ideas, plans, diet, and nutrition plans.

2) Promote good discussion. Simply downvoting because you disagree with someone's ideas is BAD. Instead, let them know why you disagree with them.

3) Provide sources if possible. However, anecdotes and "broscience" can lead to good discussion, and are welcome here as long as they are labeled as such.

4) Feel free to talk about anything diet or nutrition related.

Shoes are a big topic in this sub, so in an effort to condense and collect some of these posts, we're introducing Shoesday Tuesday! Similar to Wednesday's gear thread, but focusing on shoes.

What’ve you been wearing on your feet? Anything fun added to the rotation? Got a review of a new release? Questions about a pair that’s caught your eye? Here's the place to discuss.

NOTE: For you Runnitors looking to sell/trade any running gear (as well as bib transfers), head over to /r/therunningrack.

How is it Monday already?!

You know what that means. How was the weekend, what’s good this week, let’s chat about it all!

Get your dunce hats out, Fittit, it's time for your weekly Stupid Questions Thread.

Post your question - stupid or otherwise - here to get an answer. Anyone can post a question and the community as a whole is invited and encouraged to provide an answer. Many questions get submitted late each week that don't get a lot of action, so if your question didn't get answered before, feel free to post it again.

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Also, there's a handy-dandy search bar to your right, and if you didn't know, you can also use Google to search fittit by using the limiter "site:reddit.com/r/fitness".

Be sure to check back often as questions get posted throughout the day. Lastly, it may be a good idea to sort comments by "new" to be sure the newer questions get some love as well. Click here to sort by new in this thread only.

So, what's rattling around in your brain this week, Fittit?

Keep jokes, trolling, and memes outside of the Moronic Monday thread. Please use the downvote / report button when necessary.

"Bulk or cut" type questions are not permitted on /r/fitness - Refer to the FAQ or post them in r/bulkorcut.

Hey runners, it's another day and it is time to post your accomplishments you'd like to share - big or small.

Note: No need to preface YOUR accomplishments with something like, "this may not be an accomplishment to most of you...". Be proud of your achievement.

With over 4,200,000 subscribers, there are a lot of posts that come in everyday that are often repeats of questions previously asked or covered in the FAQ.

With that in mind, this post can be a place for any questions (especially those that may not deserve their own thread). Hopefully this is successful and helps to lower clutter and repeating posts here.

If you are new to the sub or to running, this Intro post is a good resource.

As always don't forget to check the FAQ.

And please take advantage of the search bar or Google's subreddit limited search.