Kick-Start Your Fitness Journey: 10 Running Tips for Beginners

Getting started with running? Looking for tips and inspiration?

We can help you to kick-start your fitness journey today. Get yourself into running mode and check out our top 10 running tips for beginners:

KEY BENEFITS OF RUNNING

• Improves cardiovascular fitness.

• Strengthens joints.

• Releases endorphins to boost your mood.

10 RUNNING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

1. Find your own pace, don’t overdo it.
   

2. Build up speed and/or distance gradually.
   

3. Leave at least a day between runs to allow your body to rest and recover.
   

4. Avoid eating large meals around 1.5-2hrs before running.
   

5. Warm-up and cool down with a combination of dynamic and static stretches.
   

6. Plan which days you’ll run and stick to a routine for consistency.
   

7. Track your runs to measure progress.
   

8. Switch up your route to keep things interesting.
   

9. Invest in some good quality workout gear – footwear, clothing, headphones etc.
   

10. STAY HYDRATED!

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SUMMARY

Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, an athlete or an office worker, running has significant physical and mental health benefits. Taking the first step can be daunting, but that is all it takes, one step, then another, then another!

"Taking the first step can be daunting, but that is all it takes, one step..."

Once you feel more confident, set yourself small challenges – perhaps go faster or just try to complete a specific distance?

The choice is yours, the most important thing to remember is to have fun and enjoy the journey!

#WRKOUTMODE #GetIntoIt

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WRKOUT: MODE DISCLAIMER / NOTE

·       Take a few moments to ‘check-in’ with yourself each time you get ready to practise any form of exercise and be sure to warm-up appropriately.

·       If your body is not able to do any of the movement postures, just sit comfortably and run through them in your mind, never do anything that causes pain or discomfort – less is often more.

·       Always, consult your doctor or medical practitioner before carrying out any new exercise routine.

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