Running Novice - Suggestions
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ebh87
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Try runnersworld.com - they have information for beginners. Also, there's a book called Smart Running by Hal Higdon that I really like.
Running is a lot of fun - but once you start, you may get hooked!
Erica
Running is a lot of fun - but once you start, you may get hooked!
Erica
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ebh87
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Almost forgot...
Make sure you get some good-fitting running shoes before you start!
Make sure you get some good-fitting running shoes before you start!
Runner's World set up a website called New Runner
http://www.newrunner.com
that has excellent info. Of course RW's website is chock full of useful info from training to shoes to nutrition... everything you need to get started. Also check out Waddle On.com
http://www.waddle-on.com/
this is a wonderful website dedicated to "new and renewed athletes of all shapes, sizes and speeds." It's an excellent website that has an enormous amount of info for the new runner.
I've been running since junior high. I love it. My advice would be: go to a running store (RW's website has a listing by state) and get properly fitted for shoes. There are many to choose from, and the right shoes will make or break your running performance. Start out with a walk/run program to get your legs & ankles used to the impact. Overuse is the leading cause of injury among new runners. Hal Higdon has an excellent beginner program. And of course, drink lots of water, eat enough complex carbs for fuel, stretch before & after your run, have patience and HAVE FUN!
Warning: Running is addictive!!
marnie (sorry so long
http://www.newrunner.com
that has excellent info. Of course RW's website is chock full of useful info from training to shoes to nutrition... everything you need to get started. Also check out Waddle On.com
http://www.waddle-on.com/
this is a wonderful website dedicated to "new and renewed athletes of all shapes, sizes and speeds." It's an excellent website that has an enormous amount of info for the new runner.
I've been running since junior high. I love it. My advice would be: go to a running store (RW's website has a listing by state) and get properly fitted for shoes. There are many to choose from, and the right shoes will make or break your running performance. Start out with a walk/run program to get your legs & ankles used to the impact. Overuse is the leading cause of injury among new runners. Hal Higdon has an excellent beginner program. And of course, drink lots of water, eat enough complex carbs for fuel, stretch before & after your run, have patience and HAVE FUN!
Warning: Running is addictive!!
marnie (sorry so long
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Debra
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Listen to Marnie!
The others gave good links & recommendations, but Marnie's advice about starting w/ a run/walk program is key to introducing your joints, muscles, heart & head to running.
Have fun & listen to your body!
The others gave good links & recommendations, but Marnie's advice about starting w/ a run/walk program is key to introducing your joints, muscles, heart & head to running.
Have fun & listen to your body!
Hi, I love running- haven't done it since it got cold though! My suggestions are:
1.Go slow - don't worry so much about how many calories your burning, etc in the beginning- you will be burning lots since you're new to running anyway
2.Walk for awhile first to warm up- especially if it's cold. Do some stretches, then jog slowly until you feel winded, then walk, jog, ....
3.Make sure to breathe and don't push yourself too hard or you'll get side stiches and have to stop anyway. I wouldn't run any hills yet either- they're tough! And don't run down hills (bad for joints).
4.After your cool-down walk, stretch well!
5.Expect to be sore! I'm always sore once I get back into running after a break, even though I stretch.
6.Even if it's cold out, don't put on TOO many layers because you'll get hot fast. (I'm not saying to run in shorts and a tee though!)
7.And remember, just go slowly- it's a great cardio workout (great leg toner too) but can be tough, even after you've ran for awhile.
GOOD LUCK!
1.Go slow - don't worry so much about how many calories your burning, etc in the beginning- you will be burning lots since you're new to running anyway
2.Walk for awhile first to warm up- especially if it's cold. Do some stretches, then jog slowly until you feel winded, then walk, jog, ....
3.Make sure to breathe and don't push yourself too hard or you'll get side stiches and have to stop anyway. I wouldn't run any hills yet either- they're tough! And don't run down hills (bad for joints).
4.After your cool-down walk, stretch well!
5.Expect to be sore! I'm always sore once I get back into running after a break, even though I stretch.
6.Even if it's cold out, don't put on TOO many layers because you'll get hot fast. (I'm not saying to run in shorts and a tee though!)
7.And remember, just go slowly- it's a great cardio workout (great leg toner too) but can be tough, even after you've ran for awhile.
GOOD LUCK!
Bobbi
Cathlete
Running is my first love and my favorite form of cardio! I agree you should check out Runner's World's website. Therre's a book about running for women by Claire Kowalski which is a good resource. Start slowly, increase your mileage by no more than 10% each week and get a good pair of running shoes! Once you've been at it for awhile, train to sign up for a 5K. It's a great incentive and really fun.
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Bobbi
Cathlete
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