‘Tips’ for beginner runners

Running is in fashion! A large percentage of those who started doing this activity during the pandemic as an excuse to get out of the house continue to practice it today partly because of its great benefits.

In the post-pandemic period, running has gained great importance, and it’s no wonder, because it offers a variety of benefits from losing weight, improving cardiovascular function, reducing the risk of injury, and relieving stress and anxiety.

At first glance, it seems that physical activity It’s simple, you just have to run, but no, there are certain things you should know, especially if you’re a beginner, says yoga teacher Chantal Cohen, fitness instructor and health coach.

Through “Move your Chanty” (@moveyourchanty)a movement that helps people to elevate their way of thinking and better face the everyday lifeCohen shared five running tips for beginners, starting with how the run/walk method (alternating periods of running and walking) builds endurance.

Second, although running helps prevent injuries This is not to say that runners are not prone to suffering some, most of it happens because the body is trained to go only in one direction, therefore, cross training and strength training must be included in the routine, not only jogging.

The third tip is about mileage, one day a week will be your long run day, i.e. increase by 10% per week every two weeks, then decrease and so on.

Another important factor is footwear, sneakers running are one thing basic piecerunners must ensure that they use a model that suits their needs and physical activity.

Finally, don’t forget to rest, if you want to do this for life, you should know that rest is just as important as days jogging and train. The body must rest and recover.