Welcome to Next Step Running

"The race is not always to the swift, but to those who keep on running." Unknown

I am a runner and 2021 and a new age group have given me the desire to renew my focus on running. Even though I started running on September 1st, 1966, I love running as much now, if not more, than I did then. I do feel like I still have more to accomplish as a runner and to give back to the running community.

To that end, as I rebuild this site from its simple beginnings in 2003 as a mid school running club resource site (the "About" page is somewhat like the original site), I will provide running updates, information, resources and tools for you to accomplish your goals and love running as much as I do.

Running Updates, Information, Resources and Tools

Polar Heart Rate Monitors for Running

A high-quality GPS watch is one of the essential tools any athlete needs to improve running performance. Polar’s GPS running watches don’t only measure your heart rate and calculate your running pace and distance automatically – they’re packed with smart features that help you see your progress and stay motivated. All you need to take care of is the best part: the hard work itself. Shop now for great deals on Amazon.

Running on Social Media

I scan Google News daily and post links to my Next Step Running group on Facebook and to Howtobefit on Twitter. In addition, for accountability, I use the Next Step Running app. Click on the link and I will send you an invitation to join.

Running On Strava

I've been using Strava for almost six years. If you would like to follow each other, click here. My Team Howtobefit on Strava is a multidiscipline club that I also invite you to join.

Running Resources on the Internet

Polar Running - Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, enthusiastic trail runner, or a beginner starting to train for your first 5K, these running tips, tricks and tools will help you get ready, set… run (and cross the finish line)!
Runner's World - Running news, training advice, inspiring stories, running shoe reviews, gear tips, and more.
Trailrunner.com - The American Trail Running Association, ATRA, was formed in mid-1996 as a Colorado not for profit corporation to serve the mountain, ultra & trail (MUT) running community.
Ultrarunning Magazine - Serving a loyal market of long-distance runners since 1981, UltraRunning magazine has long been established as “the voice of the sport”.
Womensrunning.com - Women's Running focuses on providing editorial content focused on running, fitness, nutrition, and wellness to the ever-growing community of women runners.
Womensrunnng.co UK - Women’s Running is your dedicated running coach, whether you’re embarking on your fifth marathon or you’re lacing up your trainers for the first time.
No Meat Athlete - No Meat Athlete is about giving you tools, not preaching. We’re all about training tips, recipes, advice on how to transition, and the occasional dose of inspiration.
RunSociety - From one runner to another, to many: RunSociety, Asia's leading running magazine.
MapMyRun Blog - MapMyRun is part of the world’s largest digital health and fitness community, Under Armour Connected Fitness. Improve your overall health and fitness with our family of apps.
The Manual - The Manual is simple — we show men how to live a life that is more engaged. Whether it be fashion, food, drink, travel, grooming, or the outdoors, we bring authenticity and understanding to it all.