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Useful Tips
A Short Guide to Beginners' Running* |
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If you have never run before, or have had a long break from running be careful not to over do it. |
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Steady progress is the key. Doing too much too soon can cause injury. Gradually increase the time you spend running over several weeks. Experts recommend not increasing your distance by more than 10 percent a week. |
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This is not cheating, this will help you to improve. Short rests during runs can help stamina. This is essentially the same as interval training. |
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You should not be gasping for air, if you cannot talk whilst running, you are working too hard. |
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Your body needs time to prepare for exercise and time to recover after a run. For more information on this, see the 'Warm- |
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Do not run with pain. If you are injured, you will only make it worse. You must seek medical advice. |
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No one trains every day. Your body needs time to rest and recover. Your muscles can only recover and strengthen with rest. |
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Remember to fuel your body before running. Do not run on empty. Try to eat something around 1 hour before a run but don't eat too much. |
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Have plenty to drink before, during and after exercise. Listen to your body. If you are thirsty drink - |
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You can do this in your area on the website. Don't worry about beating others, in running it is all about beating yourself! There are various ways to measure this such as number of reps, length of time, increased distance etc. |
(Information from Runner's World) |
*Please note, the contents of this page is for information only. By following any of this, you do so at your own risk. Face-