If you've heard you should breathe in the nose and out the mouth when you're running- you're wrong! And if you've tried it that way- as I have... I'm sure you're relieved to hear it.
You should allow air to enter through both your mouth and nose when you're running. Your muscles need oxygen to keep moving and your nose simply can't deliver enough. Make sure you're breathing more from your diaphragm, or belly, not from your chest, that's too shallow. Deep belly breathing allows you to take in more air, which can also help prevent side cramps.
I like to take an inhale for every three steps and exhale the next three.
As a beginner, try to run at a pace that allows you to breathe easily. You should be able to speak in full sentences, without gasping for air.
Slow down or walk if you start losing it. If you relax and slow the pace, breathing problems often take care of themselves.
I'd also like to remind you to relax the neck, soften your expression, draw the shoulder blades in together as your shoulders roll back comfortably.
Be patient. Concentrate on one thing at a time. Enjoy!
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