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Basic Infographic for Runners
Not much depth here, but I love infographics and this one is on running, so here you go.
How to Become a Runner…phase one
Katie at runsforcookies.com who started at 253lbs. and now weighs 134lbs. gives advice on how to become a runner. She says that she is in no way qualified to give advice to runners. I think her success as a runner says she does. She is also a good writer so check out her website.
Her advice distilled:
1) Sign up for a race..yes you read that right, just pick a race a few months down the road.
2) Start running three times a week. Start by running and when you can’t anymore just walk.
3) Run slowly, there is no reason to run fast when you start. As you get in better shape the speed will come.
4) When you feel you are ready, try this: if you are running three times a week, break up your runs into an easy run, a speed workout, and a long run every week.
5) Stay consistent! If you fall off the wagon it is very hard to get back into the running routine again. Commit to running three times a week and don’t skip a run unless you absolutely have to.
Check out the full article –> How to get started as a runner
How to become a runner in 2012
For those taking up running in 2012, some tips excerpted from Yoga Eat Run
1) Where to Run: There are so many routes one can take. Mapmyrun is a website that can give you some local routes. Every now and then switch up where you’re running, it will keep things fresh.
2) What to Wear: Get a good air of running shoes. You probably have a running store in your vicinity, go there and they should be able to advise you on the right running shoes for you.
3) Check the weather: Depending where you live dressing properly is important. For cold weather places dress in layers and peel away as you heat up.
4) Run with people: Running with people can make for a fun running experience. Check with your local running store or club to find the right group and running partner.
5) Take it easy: If you are a beginning runner, take it slowly. Start to run at a pace that allows you to have a conversation with a partner.
6) Losing weight: The average person will burn at least 100 calories per mile. To lose weight you need to burn more calories than you consume. So running will help you shed weight by burning more calories than you would by sitting on the couch. Just remember not to eat all the calories you worked hard to burn running.
7) Get and stay motivated: There are many resources on the web to get and keep you motivated. Also use your running partners to help you stick with it. Yoga Eat Run offers the following as good places to get motivation: Runners World Magazine and the Dailymile.com.
Eight) Use a running program: Running has been around for a while so don’t reinvent the wheel. There are many programs out there that will help you evolve in to the runner you want to be. Here is one good source, Hal Higdon’s guides for running.
Advice for Cold Weather Running
Exercise and nutrition expert Nancy Clark offers important information and advice on staying hydrated and energized for cold weather runners. Here is what she is writes in a nutshell:
- You don’t feel as thirsty in cold weather but your body need still needs water, so drink. Make the extra effort to drink even if you don’t feel thirsty. Being dehydrated will hurt your running. Room temperature water is best to drink, try not to drink ice water.
- Wet clothes will extract your body heat. Dress in layers so you will sweat less and stay dryer.Strip down as you get warmer.
- Eating not only provides you with energy but your body furnace will work to process the fuel and this will also warm your body.
- Good food for cold weather running is oatmeal with dried fruit and nuts.
- Good recovery food for winter runners include hot cocoa, oatmeal with nuts, lentil soup and meatballs and spagetti.
Here is the full article –> Fueling for Cold Weather Exercise
Preventing Five Runner Injuries
Here is an article from Fit Bottomed Girls on how to avoid injuries that runners of all levels have to deal with.
The advice comes from Dr. Joseph C. Jimenez who cofounded Performance Spine & Sports Medicine located in Lawrenceville NJ. He is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with clinical interests in Non-operative Spine and Sports medicine, Clinical/ Performance Nutrition and Athletic performance enhancement.
Prevention advice is offered on the following five runner injuries:
1. Shin splints
2. Runner’s knee
3. Snapping hip
4. Neck pain
5. Lower-back pain
Check it out –> Prevent runner injuries
Eleven cheating ways to marathon victory
Running a marathon is difficult and wining won almost impossible. Mental Floss presents some uncool methods used to try winning. Read the article:
1. Skip the bulk of it
2. Get someone else to do the running
3. Ride in a car
4. Cutout the middle miles
5. Ignore the checkpoints
6. Take a bus
7. Skip to the winning ceremony
8. Ride a bike
9. Hop in a news van
10/11. Split the race with a sibling
Gifts for Runners
If you love to run and like staying healthy and fit, then getting a gift related to your passion or hobby is always appreciated.
Here is a list of the suggested products from this gifts for runners article. The article gives a description, price and link to each gift suggestion.
- Injinji Performance Toesocks
- BodyGuardz Earjax
- Stash Wrist Wallets
- BodyMedia FIT Armband
- Flashbrite Reflective Stick On Patches
- Eyebandz
- Swiggies - Unique water containers that strap to your wrists.
- Run Pretty Far Armwarmers
How Yoga can Improve Your Running
While yoga for running might seem counter intuitive, they’re actually the perfect “yin-yang” balance that will enhance every runner’s performance and keep runners moving forward for the long-haul.
Marathon runner and yoga instructor Stephanie Taylor Christensen offers five ways yoga will help your running.
1. It will keep you running.
2. It will improve your focus.
3. You’ll find a supportive community.
4. You’ll understand your body better.
5. You’ll develop strength.