Running Workouts
February 18th, 2009
Physical fitness is not too hard to attain as long as one is willing to stay with a regular exercise program. Working out at least several times a week will yield great health benefits, and running workouts are among the best for weight control, physical appearance, and cardiovascular health.
A program of running workouts needs some simple planning, and planning begins with an assessment of your current condition. Depending on age, current body weight, and self-assessment of the condition of your heart and lungs, a doctor’s evaluation could be advisable before starting running workouts.
Whether consulting with a doctor or physical trainer, or just doing your own planning, the most important aspect of planning is setting reasonable goals. If you haven’t gone running in a long time, you will need to begin by alternating walking and jogging. A brisk 5 minute warm-up walk is the best way to start your running workouts, since the walk will loosen the muscles and get your breathing rate started.
Early in your program, try timing the length of your runs and interspersing walks to regain your breath. One minute intervals may be a good starting point: jog for a minute, then walk for a minute, then repeat the pattern. Including the 5 minute walk at the beginning, your early efforts at establishing running workouts may be a half hour in length.
As your condition improves, you can stay with the 5 minute walking warm-up, but begin to lengthen the jog periods from a minute each to two minutes, and onward from there. After a period of some weeks, you may be able to run continuously for several miles.
The program of running workouts is a proven exercise process that can bring great results with low risk of injury.
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