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Getting Started

5/6/2015

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They say that getting started is the hardest part.  That is certainly true for running.  Those first few times out the door, your legs and lungs will burn.  It will not be fun.  You will be tired and sore afterwards and may even taste blood in your throat.

However, I assure you, that it gets better from there.  Once you have been running consistently for awhile, you will feel better.  Your muscles will get used to the effort and will look and feel better. Your lungs will get more powerful and you won’t even breath hard during most runs.  Once you are fit, you will start to experience the fabled Runner’s High.  You will be able to go faster and farther.

It takes dedication and determination but once you get in shape, running is a fun and relaxing activity. Running isn’t torture.

Tips for starting to run:

  1. Run a bit, walk a bit.  Going from couch to running can hurt.  Going from couch to taking walk breaks when running will hurt less.  Eventually, the walk breaks will disappear and you will be a full blown runner.
  2. Most of your runs should be at a conversational pace.  No need to make yourself hurt every time.
  3. Cross train on your days off to build up your muscles and aerobic system.  Going out for a bike ride, swimming, elliptical, pick-up basketball, hiking, etc can make running feel easier.
  4. Seek company, if you have someone to share the experience with and hold you accountable, you are more likely to keep going.
As always, we here at the 605 are here to get you in the right gear for you, answer your questions on all things running related, and provide fun group runs where you can meet other runners and get in shape.



What are some of your thoughts on getting started running? Tell us your tips and tricks in the comments section!


Happy Running
Kyle Schmidt 

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