New to running

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  • roch1972
    roch1972 Posts: 113 Member
    Can you train for a race like C25K using a treadmill? I can't get outside to run that much...

    Of course!



    Yeh! thanks
  • JustAGirlyGeek
    JustAGirlyGeek Posts: 149 Member
    The NHS C25K podcasts are REALLY good.

    http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/c25k/Pages/couch-to-5k.aspx

    She will talk you through the walks/jogs to help you improve your pace, etc. Give it a shot. You can either download them from iTunes or at this link:

    http://www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/couch-5K-running-plan.aspx

    As for shoes, go to a running store and get properly fitted. As for clothing, I use the Active compression pants I picked up from Old Navy, a sports bra, and loose fitting t-shirt. Have fun!!!
  • taylor_lynn
    taylor_lynn Posts: 27
    I ditto C25K... it really helps ease you into running.
    Also, consider getting a heart rate monitor to make sure you're not pushing too hard, or not hard enough, and to more accurately track calories burned.

    My running app of choice (for GPS tracking... not C25K) is Runkeeper. I've tried MapMyRun, Endomondo, and others and this is by far my favorite.

    Good luck!
  • ribye
    ribye Posts: 59 Member
    Start slow and build only 10-20% increase a week, depends on your health but if your not sure start slow prevent those injuries 2-5 minutes to start
    Walk to warm up do calf stretches before and after things like touching your toes or as far as you can,
    good solid shoe and getting advise on that is a good idea
    the c25k is a great place to start
    Starting slow is no fun but nothing kills it faster than getting an injury
  • grimsin
    grimsin Posts: 78 Member
    great that you want to start running! here are a few suggestions I have for ya

    1. decide the type of running you want to undertake. heel strike, natural, trail, street, treadmill
    2. get proper shoes for the type of running you decided upon
    3. research proper running form and technique before going out. this will save you pain and blisters in the long run, I consider this the most important thing you can do before learning to run
    4. start hydrating yourself days before you start so you are fully hydrated prior to starting to run as you will probably need every drop.
    5. don't give up!! running can be hard at first but it gets better :) enjoy yourself

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