Adherence and Health-Related Outcomes of Beginner Running Programs: A 10-Week Observational Study.

: This study aimed to explore the determinants of adherence and assess changes in fitness and health outcomes in participants of group-based beginner running programs. : Participants completed adherence diaries ( = 34) during the 10-week program, and underwent fitness and health testing ( = 20) at the program start and end. Diaries included weekly visual analogue scales of enjoyment, motivation, confidence, fatigue, satisfaction, and support along with a record of training sessions.