You just scheduled your new office design with Key Interiors, and you noticed someone running outside of your window. Whether you’ve ran before or are completely new to it, there are ways to make running enjoyable and keep up with it.
Running is one of the best workouts we can do for our mental and physical health. Here are 4 tips for new runners!
Fuel Your Body
One of the biggest mistakes new runners make is not getting in the nutrition required for such an intense activity. Fueling your body is key to seeing progress and preventing burnout or injury when it comes to your runs.
Carbohydrates are a crucial macronutrient for runners. That’s why you’ll often see volunteers handing out bananas to runners during races. Fast-acting carbs, like bagels and fruit, are a runner’s best friend.
You’ll want to make sure you give yourself at least an hour after eating before you hit the running trails. This will give your body enough time to digest your food, so it’s not doing so while you’re running. This could lead to cramps and an upset stomach – the last things you want while you’re trying to get better at running.
Invest in Quality Shoes
Running is one of the least expensive sports that you can participate in. However, you don’t want to go cheap when it comes to what shoes you run in. After all, this is the most important equipment for runners.
You’ll want to visit a local shoe store to get fitted for the perfect running shoes for you. It’s also advisable to break your shoes in a bit before heading out for a half marathon. This could (and most likely would) lead to some uncomfortable blisters.
Rest Up
With any form of exercise, rest days are important. There’s no difference when it comes to running. Running requires a lot of your body, and it needs time to repair itself after a long run. This is especially important when you first start out running as your body needs to adjust to the new demands of running.
Rest days are important, and you want to be sure that you stretch and adequately hydrate on these days. Head to a local yoga class or do some foam rolling at home when you take the day off from running. Your body will thank you for it when you go out for your next run.
Pace Yourself
When you start running, it’s an incredibly exciting time. Yet, this is where some people get themselves into trouble. Just because you feel like you can run 10 miles every day, you want to be sure to pace yourself.
Runners often like to have short runs and long runs scheduled. In the long run (pun intended), this will help you to see progress more quickly. You’re more prone to injury if you continuously go on long runs. A good rule of thumb is to have 2 long runs a week and 3 to 4 shorter ones. You’ll find what works best for you over time.
