Running Tips?

Question

I'm not very good at running, but I enjoy doing it. I was wondering if there is a certain way to run to make it easier to do. Any tips would help a ton.

Answer 1

First, you need a good pair of running shoes. And to increase the efficiency of your running, you need to work on your technique. Here are a few tips:
1. Don't run on the front of your feet, that will put too much stress on your shins. Try to hit your feet on the ground first then roll your foot and finish by propelling with your toes.
2. To go faster bring your knees up higher... It will let you increase your stride length.
3. Control your breath... Try to breathe in through your nose as much as possible and exhale through your mouth, this will teach you how to pace yourself.
4. STRETCH- I cannot stress this more! You must stretch all parts of your body before running. Try to aim for ten minute of stretching, it will make you more limber and make it fee better when you are running.

Answer 2

Keep running. Do some exercises for your overall body at the gym like squats and deadlifts. The better your cardiovascular system develops, the better the runner you will naturally become. For example, you will have a longer stride than before being conditioned. One thing in fitness is for certain, the better conditioned you are, the more you have to push your body to its limits to keep improving. I still remember when an 8 minute mile took my heart rate up to 160-170. Now I don't even reach 130 beats per minute for an 8 minute mile. I have to run a 6 minute mile to get my heart rate up to 160+

Answer 3

First, you have to explain what you mean when you say you aren't good at it!

Some generic tips:

Buy a good pair of running shoes.
Go slow and work your way up.

Answer 4

Get a good pair of running shoes. When you are running move your arms it'll help you keep your balance. Hope this helps.

Answer 5

Run with a partner. (i.e...dog, friend,..) Someone that will help get and keep you motivated, so you can get better.