I want to start running any tips?

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I just began running earlier this week. It's important to begin any activity slowly, to give your body time to adjust to the new activity. Also, be sure to be fitted at a running store for proper shoes, avoid getting cheap shoes or using old ones. The right shoe can protect you from possible injury, while the wrong shoe can cause injury. There are programs designed for beginning runners to help them get ease into running, and avoid overdoing it, or injury. I am following the "Couch to 5K" program on the Cool Running website. It starts out with alternating periods of walking and periods of running. In just 2 months, it will get one to running 3 miles without stopping. The website has an active forum where new runners can ask for advice about running from other runners. There is also information and advice about how to train for more experienced runners. (The above website is free).It's just one of many programs on the internet. If you decide to use such a program, you can find many via Google. Some are more advanced than the one above and some are easier than the one above. Use your judgment of your fitness level as a guide.

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Run

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do cross country!
It's the best way to get in shape and also the best sport for your body (besides swimming).
or you can run with a friend.

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make sure that you have good "running" shoes, start slow and work your way up.. stretch before and after

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start slow. If you read runner's world, you see work out programs of 30 miles a week and people running 5 miles in 30 minutes. Really, if you jog 1 or 2 miles at any pace faster than a walk just 2 or 3 times a week, it will provide a lot of cardio benefit.
If you have shortness of breath or rapid pulse or any other problems, see a doctor. You could be aneimic, have a heart problem, artery blockage, etc. Take it easy and err on the side of caution.

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if you go to a track, at first walk one lap and then run a lap. do this for a few weeks and then you will be able to run from then on.

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JUst do it slowly. Run slowly to the corner for a few days, then around the block and slowly build up to longer distances.

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Start slow and work on distance and getting a rhythm first. Best thing to do is get a running buddy that is at the same level that you are. A little friendly competition will help push you more.

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get good shoes %26 a running partner.

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Don't...walk quickly, save your knees

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Make sure in shape to run, get a medical professional to attest that you can run safely and not have adverse medical issues from the exercise. Get a good pair of shoes, have someone from an athletic shoe store determine what shoe fits your running style best, are you a supinator, or pronator, you shoe needs to be suited to this and your weight. Lastly get with a group that runs regularly, it's more fun if you have someone to share it with, and offer advice and tips. Be ready for some aches and pains initially, and some other changes, bowel habits, appetite, energy levels, etc. Good luck in this endeavor

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First off, be sure you have good running shoes that actually fit well, and decent running socks. Not only will these be more comfortable, but can help prevent injury.The thing to remember about starting any exercise program is to start slow and work your way up. I've seen too many people hit it too hard at first and burn out because it's too hard and miserable to do. Also, your body needs time to adjust to the new stresses being put on it.What I do when I first start back is go only for a mile, and walk the first half. If you feel you can run after you've reached the half mile mark, that's good, but don't force yourself if you don't feel up to it. You should challenge yourself, but not overdo it.Each week that you run, you should progress a little more. This means either reducing the time of your workout within the same distance, or increasing the distance a little. So, if you currently walk/run a mile in, say, 12 minutes, next week shoot or doing it in 11:30 or so. Make realistic goals that both challenge you but do not burn you out.Remember that exercising exists on a progressive curve. This means that you'll make most of your gains at first, and as you advance, gains will come slower but you should still be making them. Once you're accustomed to running, the basic mindset will be to either add 10% to your distance until a target distance is reached, or beat your previous week's running time within a distance.It's best to vary your workouts from day to day, and to take at least one or two days off a week. The first two weeks at least, depending on your current fitness level, walk/run one mile and don't do anymore than that, even if you think you can - it it takes longer than two weeks to be able to run the full distance, so be it. You should end the workout looking forward to the next one, and this is how you stick with it.Be sure to adjust your caloric intake for the extra activity. Stay well hydrated, warm up well before the run, and cool down and stretch well after the run. I usually walk for up to a quarter of a mile for my warmup.

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Start with small goals. Don't overdo yourself trying to go farther than you're ready for. Set a long-term goal. Eventually, try running a marathon.

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