Sam Wood's guide to running for beginners

Sam Wood’s guide to running for beginners

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Running is a simple form of exercise, with lots of benefits, but there are a few key things you’ll want to know before you start pounding the pavement. From technique and stretching to wearing the right clothes and running in the right shoes, Sam’s got everything you need to get off the couch this weekend.

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Sam Wood Better Homes and Gardens presenter

Sam Wood is one of Australia’s leading health and fitness experts with 20 years’ experience in the fitness industry. Sam joins the Better Homes and Gardens team as the health and fitness expert. Sam shot to fame starring as the Australian Bachelor in 2015 but is better known these days as the health, fitness and family guy.

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