Any tips for new runners??

fatpanda96
fatpanda96 Posts: 77
in Fitness and Exercise
I've always wished i could run but I've always been really terrible at it, so yesterday i just went "hey, so what?" so I'm going to try running! :) I just got back from a little bit of running, like maybe 5 minutes? and tips to help me get better? :)

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  • kjjm08
    kjjm08 Posts: 217 Member
    Get fitted for a good pair of shoes. It can make all of the difference, trust me. Also - ease into it, don't expect to become a Marathon runner over night. Look into the C25K program, it's really awesome. Good luck.
  • moran1917
    moran1917 Posts: 1,133 Member
    I agree couch to 5k is how I learned to run and really good shoes are really important. You'll be great!
  • 13nicholas
    13nicholas Posts: 154 Member
    Agree with all below - I will add one key ingredient. PEER PRESSURE. Sign up for a 5K (at some later date) and tell all your friends and Facebook friends your goal. Every now and then post something on it - as well as here with your friends. I guarantee you it is a real motivator. Tell the world your time and that you finished. You WILL want to do it again and better. BEST of luck! :)
  • shoot2retrieve
    shoot2retrieve Posts: 4 Member
    Ditto, Couch 2 five K!! Started in July and now run 8.5 miles on a regular basis....and ENJOY IT!!!!!
  • arc918
    arc918 Posts: 2,037 Member
    good thread from this AM

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/761208-you-don-t-need-to-carb-load-for-a-5k-other-running-wisdom
  • JennafurC
    JennafurC Posts: 65 Member
    couch 2 5k is a wonderful program!!

    Don't worry about your speed, you're lapping everyone on the couch :)
  • dbevisjr
    dbevisjr Posts: 183
    Proper running shoes properly fitted for your running stride and then use Couch to 5K (C25K) as a training guide to get you to running your first uninterrupted 3.1 miles. It's how I got started and how many, many others got started and it is proven effective. Speed is not a factor, the goal is to improve your endurance so run or jog slow enough that your energy will carry you through and you meet the goal in each workout. Three workouts each week, day off in between, I ran Sun, Tue and Thur so I could have my Fridays and Saturdays for other recreation. If you just couldn't get the workout right one week there is no reason why you can't repeat a week. Here is a link for the C25K http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml . If you have a smart phone there are free apps available for this program. Good luck. In a few weeks you WILL be a running machine!

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