Just get up and run. Obviously, toughest part about running is GETTING UP, so once you do that then you are set for joy. Doesn’t matter how many yards, feet, km, or miles. This is not a race. Run what you’re capable of doing. Pace yourself. Sometime or another you should to get a running partner, so you can pace each other and both of you will have a great feeling of accomplishment! You will experience so much wonderment that you couldn’t receive from either sitting in your cubicle surrounding by white walls or running a treadmill (or now apparently the trendy thing is the elliptical?) Nothing is better to get you in shape than simply running outdoors. So buy appropriate shoes for your type of terrain. Let me know how you feel after it.
Now, tie your laces and go.
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There are 5+ essential elements to look out for while running:
- Always keep the same breathing pace
- Straight or slight bend of back
- Keep elbows tucked at 90 degree angles (so you don’t look like you are carrying something)
- Raise knees higher than normal
- Land lightly on your feet (if possible land on your toes not your heels)
There are 2 crucial muscle areas to exercise and stretch for running:
- Strong core: abdomen & back
- Calves and hamstrings
