Run. Just Do It ™

 

Not a big fan of running, or just don't like to run because it's not your strong point? Well you may want to start trying it out, and training more. Running is very crucial in being fit, losing weight, and living a healthy lifestyle. There are different types of running, both kinds are good, both have their benefits. 

1. Long Distance Running

2. Fast Sprint Running

Long distance running is good for your heart and cardio. Running a long distance burns calories, not the most amount but burns the fat calories that you want to get rid of, as where if you enjoy cycling that uses carbohydrates.  You want nice ripped or toned abs? Well running is a big factor in that, running helps you lose the fat calories around your stomach and helps build your abs because legs and abs are the big muscle groups being used here. Going for a long run can consist of running up hills, mountains, streets, anywhere! Running on uneven surfaces are the best because they make your body work harder then the normal flat plane surface. Having good cardio and a good heart is crucial when getting older, you want to live forever right, well here is the first step!

Fast sprint running is very good also. You may not be able to run very fast for very long, but that's ok. Most people can't run like that. When going for a jog/run, pick a spot out in the distance (around .10 mile or so) and sprint that as fast as you can, pushing yourself. Now every quarter mile or so do a sprint like that. This is a very good workout. It is straining your heart to pump more blood so your heart gets stronger, your cardio builds up way more then just a steady run, you become faster, and you burn more calories. 

Before and After going on a run it is very important that you stretch! If you skip this, you could hurt your muscles, not only that, if you don't stretch your not getting all the results from the run that you should be getting.

Breathing In through the nose, out through the mouth is the best breathing technique and is best for the body. While your running, if you feel like your about to stop because your breathing to fast and your getting tired, keep running, shake your arms out, and take a BIG deep breathe! This will bring new oxygen into the muscles and help the muscles keep going.