We all know someone who likes to run. When you hear them talk about getting addicted to it, and love the challenge of going further and further each time, this kind of enthusiasm sounds odd if you're not a runner yourself. Running can seem quite intimidating to many people, but you can do it too. It doesn't matter how far or fast you go, as long as you try. Here are some tips to start running.
Start slow
As with most new things, it takes patience and persistence to become a runner. So start slowly instead of running 5 km on your first attempt. This gives the body time to adapt and recover from the effects of running, and it slowly strengthens the muscles. For some, the best way to do this is to start by running slower and not be afraid to do walking intervals if you are struggling.
Create a good playlist
If you really hate running, you probably hate it hours before you even start. Turn that habit into excitement by putting together a good playlist of some of your favorite upbeat songs. You'll forget you hate running when you get lost in the music!
Find a friend
Whether it's your best friend or someone you don't know very well, there's nothing better than having someone by your side to motivate you and help you keep going. Find someone with a similar fitness level and someone who will keep you motivated to make sure you actually show up.
Explore the great outdoors When running, focus on your inner breathing first. This gives you a sense of body awareness and rhythm. Second, really take in everything around you! Take a route with beautiful natural environments, or if you live close to the beach, a tour along the beach is recommended.
Stretch out t
Muscle pain and the "I can't walk" feeling after the first run could make you no longer feel like it. Try to avoid getting to this stage by making sure you warm up every time before you run and focus on stretching after your workout.
Focus on the feeling
If you're new to running, it's easy to get overwhelmed by being too focused on running for 30 minutes or hitting 2 miles. Forget how far and how long you want to run, and instead just focus on the feeling and push yourself until you know you've reached your limit.
