4405 East West Highway
Suite 405
Bethesda,
MD 20814
800-776-2732 (Voice - Toll-free)
301-913-9517 (Voice)
301-913-9520 (FAX)
The American Running Association, founded in 1968 as the National Jogging Association, provides information and support programs for people interested in running as a practical way of achieving physical fitness. Its mission is to encourage all people, from youth to adults, to improve their health and fitness by walking and running, and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. The association offers its members information, literature, discounts on exercise books, software, and rehab products, and medical advice on exercise-related problems.
The American Running publications include a series of brochures on running and health, reports of activities, and a monthly newsletter.