Getting Started
If you are new to running, and particularly if you are new to exercise there are a few things you should check out first.
A quick safety check
If you answer “yes” to any of the questions below, consult your doctor before starting your running programme. Also consult your doctor if you have any doubts about your current state of health and starting an exercise routine.
Has your doctor ever said you have a heart condition?
Do you ever feel pain in your chest?
Have you ever had spells of dizziness?
Do you have any joint or bone problems?
Have you ever suffered from high blood pressure?
Are you currently on any medication?
Are you pregnant or have you had a baby in the last 6 months?
Are you over 40 and not used to exercise?
Are you 70 or older?
Once you have got the all-clear then there is not much else you need to do to get started. Get yourself a pair of trainers, some jog bottoms or shorts and a loose fitting top and off you go.
Start with 30 minutes of exercise; walk a little, jog a little, walk a little, jog a little, until you have completed 30 minutes. Just do as much running/jogging as you feel comfortable with, do not go too fast and do not go too far. It takes time for your body to adapt so take your time and build up slowly until you can run for the whole 30 mins.
Try to exercise three times a week and have at least one rest day between each exercise session. Sometimes getting started can be a problem. Consider the following:
Turning it over in your mind won't plough the field.
Irish Saying
An ant on the move does more than a dozing ox.
Mexican Saying
If that doesn't help visit the Motivational Quotes page.
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