Try the walk-run training method
The biggest misconception about running is that you need to run continuously from start to finish. Instead of running full out and getting discouraged, include some walks in your run. On my long runs for marathon training, I sometimes alternate nine minutes of running with one minute of walking. I don’t lazily walk during that minute, though—I speed-walk to keep my heart pumping and my muscles moving. Beginner runners can alternate two minutes of running with one minute of walking. Over time, you can gradually increase the ratio of running to walking a minute at a time until you’ve worked up to longer distances.
The biggest misconception about running is that you need to run continuously from start to finish. Instead of running full out and getting discouraged, include some walks in your run. On my long runs for marathon training, I sometimes alternate nine minutes of running with one minute of walking. I don’t lazily walk during that minute, though—I speed-walk to keep my heart pumping and my muscles moving. Beginner runners can alternate two minutes of running with one minute of walking. Over time, you can gradually increase the ratio of running to walking a minute at a time until you’ve worked up to longer distances.
Keep a running log
I maintain a running log to track my progress and keep me motivated. Record the basic information about your runs: distance, time, type of workout, and how you felt during and afterward. If you’re looking to lose weight, you can also note your progress. It’s extremely motivating to see the increase in mileage and decrease in time as you go on.
I maintain a running log to track my progress and keep me motivated. Record the basic information about your runs: distance, time, type of workout, and how you felt during and afterward. If you’re looking to lose weight, you can also note your progress. It’s extremely motivating to see the increase in mileage and decrease in time as you go on.
Set goals and make a plan
Running a marathon is a big goal, but it’s something that I’ve always wanted to do. One of the best ways to keep motivated is to set attainable goals for yourself. This can be anything: Sign up for and complete a 5K, set a new personal record on your next 10K, run three days per week. Once you have set your goal, create a “game plan” to achieve it. I use the marathon training plan from Team In Training. You can find tons of running guides online to help you achieve your next goal.
Running a marathon is a big goal, but it’s something that I’ve always wanted to do. One of the best ways to keep motivated is to set attainable goals for yourself. This can be anything: Sign up for and complete a 5K, set a new personal record on your next 10K, run three days per week. Once you have set your goal, create a “game plan” to achieve it. I use the marathon training plan from Team In Training. You can find tons of running guides online to help you achieve your next goal.
Remember that everyone has a bad run
If things don’t go exactly as planned, don’t get discouraged. Even the best runners have bad runs! Reflect on what you learned from the experience and ask yourself what you can do differently. Maybe you started too quickly, or didn’t eat properly before your run. Go out next time stronger and more confident in your abilities.
If things don’t go exactly as planned, don’t get discouraged. Even the best runners have bad runs! Reflect on what you learned from the experience and ask yourself what you can do differently. Maybe you started too quickly, or didn’t eat properly before your run. Go out next time stronger and more confident in your abilities.
Listen to your body
Running is hard on your body. You’re bound to feel tired and sore after a run, which is normal to an extent. Listen to your body when your pain is beyond normal, and take it easy. For me, this means cutting back on my training or incorporating more cross-training into my schedule.
Running is hard on your body. You’re bound to feel tired and sore after a run, which is normal to an extent. Listen to your body when your pain is beyond normal, and take it easy. For me, this means cutting back on my training or incorporating more cross-training into my schedule.
Universitas Surabaya Maju Terus
Universitas Surabaya Maju Terus
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