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Run Your First 5K!
You want to become more fit and healthy. Running is a great way to improve your cardiovascular fitness, burn calories and get in shape. Starting a running program can seem overwhelming at first. But, If you are willing to devote 3 days a week to running or run/walking you are on your way.
Some training schedules use mileage and others go by time. It really doesn’t matter, plan on spending about 30 minutes for each work out. Schedule time in your calendar for running. Think of it as time for yourself.
Some people are more likely to adhere to a new fitness program if they team up with a friend. By all means, the more the merrier! Check with local running stores or on-line for groups in your area. You may have days when you don’t feel like going. When you train with a group there is accountability. It’s harder to bag out when others are counting on you.
Another way to get motivated is to sign up for an event. Check for local races in your area. Pick a race that is at least 6 weeks away if you are completely new to running. Races and fun runs are great opportunities to meet people.
At times you may not feel like you are progressing as quickly as you expected. Be patient with yourself. Listen to your body and take days off when you need them. More is not better when it comes to beginning a running program. It takes time for tendons and joints to get strong. As you become more fit, running gets easier. You’ll find yourself feeling more relaxed and invigorated after your work outs. Watch out, you may become addicted!
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Lifestyle Changes Yield Big Results!
It’s hard to believe that less than a year ago Peter Engwall tipped the scales at 300 plus lbs. After living a sedentary life for the first 30 something years, Peter decided to do something. Peter shed 142 pounds and is now a slim 190. Read the rest of this entry »
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Yes, You ARE an Athlete!
I have a confession to make: I am not comfortable around jocks. I have a horrible body image. I don’t feel like I’m fit enough to hang out with “real athletes”. When I look in the mirror I still see that fat kid, and I still feel like I’m not supposed to be “in the race” or “in the weight room” or “working out”. Yes, a four time marathoner, three time double-century cyclist, and two time Ironman, I still wonder if I am an athlete. Read More »
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Exercise is the New Diet!
We all know that America is facing a health crisis. Over one third of our population is obese and almost 65% of Americans are overweight. If you’re trying to get healthy and lose weight you know how hard it can be. The sad thing about this epidemic is that most people focus on diet alone. We’ve become a society so obsessed with eating food that when we focus on weight loss we only focus on eating less. Read the rest of this entry »
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