Here is a test of a run cycle I did with a rig I made and named "Allison". The fingers are all jointed. Solid hands would probably be easier. Also, I didn't nest the facial features how I wanted to. I'm probably going to go back and rework the rig a bit. I also need to round out some arm and leg joints.
The second is the reworked rig with a slower walk cycle. Eyes properly nested and IK joints removed. I also added a shadow and wall behind her.