Tuesday, August 2, 2011

A beginners guide to running

By Mario Verkerk


So you wish to get into running? You've made a great choice. While there are more similar activities you can get involved in to get fit and healthy, running is one of the handier options as it is something you can do wherever you go, anytime. And although it isn't for everyone either, there are a lot of good benefits to be had from running regularly.

Here is a brief primer on everything running. Get familiarized with the fundamentals of the hobby from running attire, to setting your program pace appropriately.

Getting Started on Running

One of the first things that you must to settle inside yourself is why you wish to start running. To be able to achieve the results which you wish out of the activity, you must know why you wish to get involved in it first so as to set a long term goal for yourself. It truly makes a difference when you know why you're doing what you do, and you know for sure what you are working at. If it is to lose pounds, get more fit or feel happier about yourself, identify your final goal and set it in your mind's eye.

When you've that goal prepared the next thing you have to do is to prepare for the actual running. Step one towards doing that is to get geared up for the activity. Running entails donning specific clothes that will help you maximize your running sessions and stop you from needless discomforts or injuries. It cannot be emphasized enough how significant it is to wear the right running gear, from the clothes to your choice of shoes. This marks the difference between a productive running session and one that ends in an injury or a twist.

The Real deal on Correct Running Gear

So how then do you go about selecting the proper running gear for you? The 1st stop would certainly be your shoes. Running involves plenty of footwork, and so wearing the incorrect shoes can cause you to take a fall or have a twist while running. There really are shoes that are especially designed for running, so it's really important to go to speciality stores and sports shops that have these in stock. Ask about the jogging shoes that they offer. Since it's your first time, it might be sensible to stick to more popular brands that are famous for their shoes line, such as Adidas and Nike.

Ensure that you fit your shoes and walk or jog around in them before purchasing them. The way they fit your feet whilst standing or sitting still might be different from how they may mold themselves around your feet during movement, and that is the more important part. You'll want to understand how they will feel while you are moving around. And even though you are only in a position to do a little bit of this for a short period in the store, make sure that you give it two minutes ' trial. This'll help you get a feel of the shoes and if it seems cushty enough for running.

Whether or not you already know your shoe size, be open to the possibility that you'll feel comfy in the size next to it for running purposes. Therefore, when you do try on your running shoes, try the subsequent sizes to it just for comparison purposes. You may find that the next size may be more conducive for the activity that you will be joining in as well.

That's it for the shoes, now after you've invested in a quality pair of jogging shoes, the following things that you will have to get are your running attire. A good running wardrobe is crucial to anyone that decides to make running a daily or regular activity. You need clothes that are comfortable on you, yet will not impede your speed or your movement while running. Again, there are certain types of clothes that serve runners, and these are the pieces that you will need to spend some money on.

If you do not have the budget to invest in pro running clothes, then you can decide to wear a simple t-shirt and shorts. Nonetheless ensure that they'll allow you to move around free and comfy. Do not opt to wear loose shorts, as this may influence your speed and easiness of movement. Similarly, don't wear a snug top, as this will prove to be uncomfortable for you. Make sure that the attire you pick give you room to respire, while at the same time, allow you to run at the pace you need without feeling constricted by what you are wearing.

Setting Up A Personalized Running Programme

Now comes the most critical part, creating for yourself a running program that will help you in achieving your specific goals. Again, it is important that before you get to this part, you have allready established your objectives for running. The reasons behind running will then define the pattern of your running programme, as you will need it to target that specific goal of yours.

Since this is your first go to run, it'll help if you start in baby steps to get you warmed-up for the activity. You can start your running programme with brisk 10-minute runs around a particular area to get you going, then alternate 30 seconds of running with 30 seconds of brisk walking to set your pace. You can do this three times each week (running everyday is not strongly recommended, especially for a 1st time runner as this can not maximize your strength and condition) to start with. Remember to watch your pace, a sign you're not pacing yourself properly is if you can't even talk or converse whilst moving. This means that you are wearing yourself out too quickly, far sooner than your body is actually capable of. If you experience this, slow done and let your body adjust to the pace first. Something that could help you to control this is a heart rate monitor watch, it will help you to gauge your pulse rate in real time and they ussually come with alot more features. Polar is one of the number 1 firms in great heart rate monitor watches such as the Polar FT7F.

Follow this pattern frequently and religiously and you ought to be able to up your running time to 20-30 minutes by the end of the month. Remember that at the beginning, your focus shouldn't be on how long you've been running, but the quality of your run. Start increasing your laps only when you have passed that initial stage.




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