We make you do it, and we hear about it. ‘Do I really have to warm up?’. There has always been the thought that warming up reduces injury and enhances performance, but there has not been a lot of high-quality research done on the topic. If you go to a 5k, you will see all sorts of warm up strategies, from the stand around approach to the run 5 miles at an easy pace approach. The important thing is to find what works best for you. Some people are best when starting the workout with no warm up. Others of you like to stretch, and still others run around like a chicken with it’s head cut off. Just be ready to work when it’s time to go.
Summer Running Season
May 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The summer running season is upon us. Some of us may be training for 5ks, 10ks, half-marathons, or even a marathon. Things to keep in mind while training for one of these races: 1) Make sure you are consuming enough calories to maintain your training plan. The diet of a 5k runner looks much different than someone training for a marathon. If you aren’t sure what to eat, there are lots of books and running forums to help you out. 2) Make sure you pay attention to your mileage. If you just run without knowing what you have done, you won’t be able to note improvements. 3) PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR BODY! Some days you may need to take a day off. Listen to your body, it will give you the right advice on how to train. Enjoy your training and good luck with your PRs.
