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Start slow, wear what you like, watch out for zombies: a beginner’s guide to running
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Getting into running
You don't necessarily have to be the running type. Almost anyone can be a runner.
And with running, you don't need a membership, expensive equipment, or a qualified coach. You do need a good pair of running shoes to take care of your feet and knees. Other than that, wear what you feel good in.
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When you first start, run slowly
Run slow enough that you're pretty sure you could overtake yourself at a brisk walk.
The point of running is endurance, and to manage that, you have to keep your heart rate elevated for the entire period of every training run. That means erring on the side of caution and only speeding up when you hardly break a sweat 20 minutes in.
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Get with the running program
Slowly build up stamina over the first few weeks and months. To start, run three times a week for eight weeks, beginning with sessions that involve more walking than actual running, and ending with 30 minutes of non-stop jogging.
- Your first session, run for a minute, then walk for 90 seconds and repeat the pattern eight times.
- Four weeks later, running has increased to three sets of five minutes, with three minutes of walking in between.
- At the end of week five, the training wheels come off, and you run for a full 20 minutes non-stop.
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Considerations about running
- Don't worry about how you look. No one cares how sweaty you are or how slow or fast you're going.
- Don't compare yourself with others (unless it helps). Many services will track your stats or let you join a global community of runners. Before you join them, remember why you're running and consider if it may not demotivate you instead.
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Benefits
It is never too late to start running. Many take up this sport in their 50s and beyond. To start, you only need a good pair of running shoes and a desire.
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Types of running
- Road Running: running on paved roads, paths, and sidewalks.
- Treadmill Running: easier than outdoor running and can be gentler on your joints.
- Racing. Road races can vary from 5Ks to half or full marathons or even ultramarathons.
- Trail Running: it takes place on hiking trails, from deserts to mountains.
- Track Running. Track events include shorter distance races from the 50-yard dash to 400-meter sprints.
Getting Started
- Invest in Shoes and Gear. Visit a specialty running store to get fitted for the best shoes for you and check out gear such as running shorts, tops, or tights made of wicking fibers.
- Stay Safe. Do a warmup before you start, like a walk or an easy jog for 5 min.
- Follow running safety advice, such as going against traffic when running on roads. Always carry some form of identification with you.
- Use the Run/Walk Method. Start with running for one minute, then walk for one minute. Try to increase the running intervals over time.
- Make It Manageable. Keep a conversational pace during each workout. If you can't speak in a full sentence, slow down. Breathe through your nose to get enough oxygen.
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A clear mind
Running never fails to clear your head. Do you have to make a potentially life-altering decision? Go for a run. Are you feeling mad or sad? Go for a run.
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Exercise and improved memory
Neuroscience used to think that our brains got a set amount of neurons. However, studies in animal models show that new neurons are produced in the brain throughout the lifespan.
Vigorous aerobic exercise - about 30 to 40 minutes - is the only activity that triggers the birth of those new neurons. The new neurons are created in the region of the brain associated with learning and memory, partially explaining the link between aerobic exercise and improvement in memory.
The brain’s frontal lobe
Increased activity is seen in the brain’s frontal lobe after adopting a long-term habit of physical activity. After about 30 - 40 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise, studies have recorded increased blood flow in this region, which is associated with clear thinking: planning ahead, focus and concentration, goal-setting, time management.
This area is also linked to emotion regulation, allowing us to recover faster from emotions.
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How To Start A Daily Running Habit
1. Don’t Think: You just go—every day.
2. Find A Schedule That Suits You: Try Fit your daily run in your current lifestyle.
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