A 5K is just a little over three miles (3.1, to be exact), and it’s actually a great distance for runners of all ages, fitness levels, and experience levels, according to Erica Coviello, owner ...

We tested eight pairs of popular running shoes for beginners to see how they compared in comfort, fit and design. Three emerged as the best for most new runners.

The best 5K shoes come in a range of styles, from the fast and lean to the comfortably cushy. Our editors and testers share the ones they prefer for the distance.

A swarm of no-see-ums irritated runners during the April 5 Queens Lake 5K at New Quarter Park.

As these runners are sprinting through this 5K, they got to experience a brand new racecourse throughout Downtown Duluth. Calla Gilbertson has been running the Fitger’s 5K for ten years.

Hundreds of runners and walkers hit the Chicago Lakefront Trail Sunday morning for a special May Day 5K Run & Walk. The 3.1-mile course started and ended at the McCormick Place Lakeside Center ...

Runners gathered at Flags of Honor Memorial Park for a 5k race through Robbins Island. Participates of all skill levels set out to beat their times, win the race or just enjoy the outdoors.

Hundreds of runners and walkers take on the Aquarium of the Pacific 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 5, ahead of the 40th annual Long Beach Marathon on Sunday.

Chicago runners are participating in the first-ever "GMA" 5K fun run; a chance for "Good Morning America" viewers to run, walk and move together across the country.

The Huey P. Long Bridge Run offers runners a unique 5K course across the Mississippi River and a post-race celebration in Elmwood.