Advice on Running?

Question

Hey guys, after stopping to go to the gym because of high prices i'd thought i'd get into jogging around my estate or wherever, for how long should i do it for/distance in my sessions to make that session effective... I already do football and golf so i'm fairly fit..

Any advice,tips,hints... are greatly appreciated

thanks :)

Answer 1

drink WATER BEFORE AND AFTER YOU RUN. stretch BEFORE AND AFTER YOU RUN. (THIS WILL BURN THE LACTIC ACID.) LASTLY BE PATIENT YOUR BODY MIGHT ACHES FOR A WHILE BUT IF YOU CONTINUE WHAT ARE YOU DOING YOU WILL DEVELOPED MUSCLES

Answer 2

I have been running for 8 years now and would recommend the following:

I would strengthen the core: calves, quads, hams, back and abdominal (the "six pack" muscles along with the obleks), chest and arms. But when strengthening these muscles, I would focus more on the muscle endurance not the muscle bulk. For more advice for this, I would consult with a personal trainer. For the running part, I would stay flexible as it helps/contributes to your balance (so do the muscles in your core) but also helps prevent some injuries like pulled muscles and shin splints. Also, I would try to make up a schedule where you can run for X amount of days and try to have a long run. I would start off slowly, running about 2-3 miles per run for the first week and increase my mileage per week. Make sure you have the following: a good diet, hydration, sleep, a good sense on how to take care of your body, and sleep. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Good Luck!!!

Answer 3

Since you already do football and golf, i do believe you can start a little higher than anyone else new to running.

-Buy some running shoes

-Eat right; not necessarily rabbit food, just NOT crappy junk

-ALWAYS, i repeat, always warm up with some jumping jacks, stretch all your muscles (including your arms) and do a cool-down after running.

I would suggest, assuming that you don't want to burn fat, but would like to keep a good muscular endurance and cardiovascular endurance up, that you start by not running too far, only a mile or two at a nice pace.

Maybe a week later, pick it up to 2-3 miles at the same pace, but maybe adding some hills to your route.

Every few weeks add a mile or another 20 minutes and you will be "marathon fit" in a few months

DO NOT OVER RUN! If your legs hurt or you feel dizzy, just walk home or chill out. You don't need to run every single day for it to be effective. 5-6 times a week at the most.