How to improve my running when I hate to run?

Question

I'm in the marching band and as a way to build endurance every practice/rehearsal we run laps around the parking lot we practice in. I for one cannot stand running and even though I start out slowly and barely push myself I still get tired half-way through. I drink water before I start to avoid a dry mouth, and have nice enough shoes, but I am just not that physically built. I just hate running, and for that matter, anything rigorous or physical! But my question is what technique can I utilize to the best of my abilities to endure running and become better at it so I'm not always the last one to finish my laps? It's just I haven't done anything physical on a regular basis since I was on a soccer team when I was like nine, and that's been nearly five years. So, what can I do, even if it's something complicated or torturous to my inactive body, to become a better runner, and a more active person in general? Because I really hate being slow and I'm not what you'd call fat, either.

Answer 1

How to improve your running?

But by running.

When I hate to run?

You don't hate running. You hate that you keep running in last. You also hate it when you are miles slower than your mates.

If you want to improve your running, you'll have to do some extra training to strengthen your legs. The more powerful your legs, the faster you'll run.

Running also involves your stamina. Basically stamina has to do with the conditioning of your body. If your body hasn't been in workouts for long, it's not going to last long. You have to start exercising and get your blood pumping. Running is preferable since it's the foundation of almost every sport. That means you'll have to run too.

1. Train your legs.

Hop, jump, skip, squat, kick.

There are a few range of exercises for the legs to improve either the power or the strength. Weight-training improves strength.

Strength=how much can it carry

Power=the instantaneous boost in strength

2. Stretch your legs.

To keep them in good shape and elastic.

3. Drills

Drills a series of training exercises to keep your body in balance and increases footwork. Drills increase power in your legs.

Google drills. Keep drill work separate from the days you go for runs.

4. Eat well and rest well.

5. Run (Extra)

After doing all the exercises go for a run. Always have a certain distance in mind and run to finish it. Don't stop until you hit that distance. You mustn't stop when you are tired. You have to push on. Take the length you normally run during practice as the distance.

Lastly, running is fun. Before long, you'll start catching up to your peers. And if you keep up the extra training, you'll soon be leaving your mates behind.

Answer 2

The reason many people do not like to run is they do not know how to train effectively.  When you are just starting you should **not** run to the point of exhaustion.  Start out by jogging for 100 meters and then walking 100 meters.  At the point you start walking you should be breathing hard, but you should **not** be exhausted.  Continue jogging 100m – walking 100m continuously for at least 20 minutes.  If you can’t make 20 minutes the first day don’t be discouraged.  Come back the next day and do it again.  Over time you will see improvement.

After you can jog 100m / walk 100m continuously for 20 minutes without becoming exhausted increase the distance you jog, but keep the walking at 100m.  Try 200m jogging / 100m walking continuously for 20 minutes. Keep increasing the distance you run but keep the walking to 100 meters.

By the time you can jog 400 meters / walk 100 meters continuously for 20 minutes, you will probably be in good enough shape to run a full mile without stopping if you choose to.  

At some point you will want to just start running continuously, but that point is up to you.  Recreational running is a great way to stay fit, and is very healthy for you.  Try not to become discouraged by pushing yourself too hard in the beginning.  Just keep your breathing and heart rate up for at least 20 minutes without becoming exhausted.

Other things to consider

- Try finding a friend to train with.

- Stretch after you run.  No one likes stretching, but it is very good for your muscles and helps prevent injury.

- If possible take a hot shower shortly after working out.  This helps prevent soreness, maintains flexibility, and reduces the chance of injury.

Answer 3

just start out small...only do a few laps wen u first start....build your way up to doing more and more laps......as far as the actual running goes...music really helps...do not dog it...u need to push yourself every step and think in your mind how your making yourself better ...it also helps to really stride out...big steps

Answer 4

learn to love it

Answer 5

Your just not used to doing physical stuff. I run at least 4 miles everyday, and the thing I do, is stretch.

Make sure you stretch really well, it will prevent cramps and that bad stuff.

Also, try doing at least 20 sit ups every night. [Put your feet under the sofa, or have someone hold them down. Go all the way up to your knees, and have your should blades hit the floor.] Also try doing around 5 push ups at night, they will also help.

If you are up for the challenge run at least like 1/2 a mile every other day or so, it will definitely help you out.

Push yourself. If you feel like you need to stop, find a point on the track [or wherever you run] and tell yourself that you can make it past that point. And if you are really motivated, you will find a point farther than that [without stopping at the point that you found before] and tell yourself to stop there. If you keep doing this and making your point longer and longer everytime, you will just keep going. I use this technique all the time, and it really works. Tell yourself that you are pushing yourself for a reason, to not be the last one done. If you have motivation, you will keep going.

Good luck! :D

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