If you are starting in the race and running, there are some tips that you should keep in mind.
The equipment is important, clothing, shoes, accessories, heart rate monitor devices, etc. But there are more things. A training plan, For example.
Beware of injuries
It will not do you any good to start running very strong and injure yourself. You have to go empowering your body and adapting it to the race, little by little. Don't start too strong, use proper technique.
Actually, the best thing to do to start running well is to use the services of a personal trainer.
Realistic goals
Don't fall for the temptation of discouragement, because you don't run 5 km., on the fourth day of your Running training. Your goals could be to run, longer and longer without stopping. Starting with 30 seconds, one minute, two, five, 10 minutes, then 20, 30 and going up to an hour.
As well you can consider the distance running. Start with 300 meters, half a kilometer, and from there go up.
The right equipment
Starting with Running is not expensive at all. A few comfortable clothes are enough for this. But the quality is worth it. A clothing that adapts to your body and your characteristics will clearly make a difference.
Sneakers have to be the first thing to consider. The footprint, in running, is the most important part.
Get over the beginning
Really the first weeks are hard. If you come from a sedentary lifestyle, you will have stiffness, you will be exhausted most of the day. And you will doubt if this is for you.
The most positive thing is that, in running, progress is very fast. Every day you will see that you increase the training time a little more, that the pace is better. Even that the speed of the race is higher.
Company to train
Among the advantages of running is that you can choose the ideal moment. You do not need to have a reserved track. Nevertheless, a training partner is a good motivation. The objectives set can be joint.
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