How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner: A Beginner's Guide to Running and Jogging

Brought to you by: Jay Walkins B.S., CFT

Jay Walkins holds a B.S. Degree in Exercise Sciences, Nutrition and is a Certified Fitness Trainer

Jay Walkins is author of other Health, Fitness, Exercise and Wellness books that can be found on Amazon Books using Search.

It seems that weight loss and getting into shape is a universal goal for the majority of people in North America. One way to lose weight and get into shape for once and for all is through a serious running program. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. Running, along with walking, are exercises that you can begin fairly quickly and easily. Notice that we didn't say that weight loss would be easy to accomplish, but then nothing worthwhile ever is. But with a good pair of running shoes and comfortable clothing, you are ready to begin training for a lifetime of activity that you can enjoy. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner You can get up from a relatively sedentary lifestyle and learn to run...and do it well. As a matter of fact, many folks who are new to running participate in a 5K (3.2 miles) within the first few months they begin to run. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. For some, the possibility of crossing a finish line is the motivation they need to start running. Others just want to feel better and lose weight, but then find the camaraderie of the races fun and very motivating. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. It's time to get off the couch and find your own personal motivation. The next time you go to the park, take a look at people who are running. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. You'll see that no matter what age, gender, shape, or size, everyone is represented out there on the running trail and each has a story to tell about why they started running, and why they keep running. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. While running is a sport and a lot of fun, there is a downside - injuries. Learning what to watch out for can help you become aware of when you are dangerously close to an injury. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. You'll then be able to throttle your running back in order to heal and keep running happily in the future. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. Running is no different from other sports. There can be injuries from over-training, poor technique, or poor equipment. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. Any injury can compromise your program, that's why you want to avoid injuries in the first place. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. The key to avoiding injury is to be patient with yourself. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. There might be days when you feel like you can run for hours, but if you have only been training for two weeks, it probably wouldn't be wise to run that length of time. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. When you feel ready, run your training program with gusto and bask in the accomplishment. However, doing too much too fast is a no-no. How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner. What happens when you run beyond your training? This Book will tell you! A confident runner starts by having a perfect running routine! How to Start a Running Routine and Become a Confident Runner.