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How to Get in Shape to Run Three Miles

Published Sep,08 2011 | By Carolyn Robbins

Three miles is nothing to a track star, but if you are a running novice, the distance may seem insurmountable. If you are an otherwise healthy person, you can run three miles if you commit to consistent training. Start with a short distance and work your way up to longer runs.