5 Important Tips for Beginner Runners

Whether its gear, or training, or technique, a beginner runner will have several burning questions

that need answering lest they should fall prey to common running injuries. Many runners head out

with ambitious goals, but find themselves under an astounding amount of pressure as their new

activity progresses. So, here are 5 tips that every new runner would do well to bear in mind:

1. Find the perfect fit: Many running stores these days provide you vital information about gait

analysis and foot strike patterns. Knowing these will help you gain a better understanding of

whether or not you overpronate or supinate. This in turn will help you find the perfect

shoes. Be sure not to invest in a shoe that’s too soft. Instead, opt for running insoles or light,

moisture-wicking wearables that let your feet breathe while running. Too much cushioning

can be a bad thing.

2. Get a fitness gadget: After you’ve got your running shorts, shoes and socks, it’s time to get

fitted with a reliable fitness gadget. Available in the fitness market today, are tech wearables

that help you track your running activity and help you understand HOW you are running.

Running as a new activity can trip you up unexpectedly, and you might suffer injuries, but

specific fitness gadgets will alert you to possible stress and strain, preventing an injury

before it happens.

3. Join a Group: Solo runs are a great way to get some alone time, but joining a running group

is strongly advocated. There are many benefits to it, including finding the motivation to

climb out of bed every morning, just to join someone who’s counting on you to show up! A

running group or even a partner can keep you from slacking or even cutting short a run.

4. Build mileage slowly: As a beginner, no one expects miracles of you, especially when it

comes to your mileage covered. While adding an extra mile every day is very enticing, it is

near impossible. That’s why a gradual increase is advised. Mix it up – take your speed down

a notch to give yourself the energy to run farther; take walk breaks; run long every other day

instead of every day. This way you’ll be adding more miles to your routine, without your

even noticing.

5. Set achievable goals: Never shoot for the fence at the outset. Breaking down your running

goals into daily, weekly and monthly goals is the right way to go about achieving your

targets. Mini goals are nothing to be ashamed of – in fact, they’re the perfect way to get

started!

Finding your fitness through running can be a tiring process, but when done right, it can be highly

rewarding. That is why it will serve you well to remember these 5 tips before you step out the door

and onto the track. Keep it simple, keep it light and keep in mind that while you have miles and miles

to cover, you do have the power to start with that important first step.

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