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Eight Tips for Beginners |
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1. Start slowly and build up Lots of new runners get carried away and try to do too much too soon. This can lead to disappointment, loss of enthusiasm and possibly injury. If you want to be able to enjoy running throughout the season and the rest of your life, start slowly and build up.. 2. Keep a running log A running log is a place where you record each run that you do. It is excellent for motivation. It also provides useful information, which you can use as you improve, to see what works for you. You can use a pen and notebook, your personal organizer, or a spreadsheet on your computer. 3. Set yourself a goal It helps to have something to aim for. Whatever your level, it is exciting and motivating to see how you are improving and to reach your goals. Mr. Forbes and Mr. Bandy will help you with our long-term and short-term goals. 4. Stretch Stretching makes muscles more flexible and reduces the chance of injury. The team will stretch at the beginning of each workout and you should always stretch before you run on your own. 5. Get decent running shoes and socks One of the benefits of running is that you do not need to spend a fortune. The two essential items are a pair of running shoes and socks, and you should not scrimp on getting the right pair for you. If you are a women you also need a decent sports bra. Go to a specialist running shop, not a general sports store. 6. Run safely Research (in the US) shows that most (73%) accidents involving vehicles and runners are the fault of the runner, not the driver. Take responsibility for your own safety. We will discuss proper running safety rules at the beginning of the season and review them throughout the year. 7. Drink lots of water and eat properly Runners burn up more energy than non-runners, both while they are running (at about 100 calories a mile) and afterwards. So you need to eat more, and you need to consume more of your calories as carbohydrates. You also need to drink plenty of water. 8. Keep on enjoying running
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Franklin High School Cross Country |
