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This follows naturally from trusting your feelings without seeking to adhere strictly to a training programmer a minimum exercise period - at least for the first few months.
Focus more on a good relationship between your head and legs. Running should be a source of pleasure not a form of torture! This follows naturally from trusting your feelings without seeking to adhere strictly to a training programmeor a minimum exercise period - at least for the first few months.
Two tips for overweight beginners:
It is quite common for regular running to "naturally" alter certain eating habits. Moderate effort for longer than 40 minutes generally increases calorie combustion and can, over time, lead to significant weight loss. The only reliable way to lose weight is obviously to burn more calories that your calorie intake (with or without some sports activity).
Keep in mind:
Marathon runners aren't made overnight! Years of running experience are necessary for the body to get accustomed to the constraints on muscles and tendons. You must have patience and adopt a routine: that's the price of learning true endurance...
As regards increasing the running distance:
You'll have to get over the apprehension of the stethoscope!It is always advisable to visit your GP before starting to run on a regular basis. Whether you are overweight or not. Some tests may go beyond simple auscultation and checking blood pressure:
An echocardiography (at rest and during effort) may also be prescribed – especially for beginners aged over 50.
The aim of this medical check up is not to put you off physical activity or sports. But rather to reassure you. Don't hesitate to ask your doctor for advice.
Running benefits from being practised as a group. Especially at the beginning. Bear in mind that advice from more experienced runners can be priceless.
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