Jennifer Brown, a habit and mindset coach, credits a simple thought in July of 2019 with changing everything: “What if?” Over several years, through habit stacking and committing to running one mile a day, Brown lost 190 pounds and discovered an unexpected passion for running. She has since run marathons and ultramarathons, most recently completing a 50K trail run, and has been featured in People, Newsweek, Business Insider, and the TODAY Show.
Runner’s World+ has launched an exclusive Running for Weight Loss program guided by experts that helps participants understand metabolism, body composition, and the lifestyle habits that drive progress and plateaus. The program teaches how to transition from walking to running regularly, manage stress and sleep, and build a healthier relationship with food and movement. Unlike programs focused on quick fixes or strict rules, Running for Weight Loss emphasizes building confidence, finding consistency, and creating a sustainable way to feel your best.
Program structure and learning outcomes
The program teaches how to progress from walking to running by choosing the right training plan with run-walk intervals before eventually running nonstop. Participants learn how prioritizing the right workouts—including faster runs—supports weight-loss progress, and how to understand metabolism to burn more calories throughout the day. The curriculum covers the nuances of body composition and which metrics to pay attention to on a weight loss journey, strategic eating that prioritizes the right macro and micronutrients, and how to run on GLP-1s while eating enough to fuel workouts. Additional modules address lifestyle factors impacting weight-loss progress, including poor sleep and excessive stress, and strategies to maintain a healthy mindset through self-compassion and celebrating small wins.
Training plans and accessibility
Runner’s World+ Training Plans were created with the Running for Weight Loss program in mind. Beginner plans start with the goal of completing 30 minutes of nonstop walking before mixing in any running, aiming for 3-4 workouts per week but varying by individual goals and experience. The program is designed for anyone looking to start or continue their weight loss journey, or simply practice weight maintenance through running.
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