this simple run-walk programme which will gradually ease you towards the goal. A few things to bear in mind:Allow at least a day between runs when you begin.If in doubt, slow down. You should be able to hold a conversation while you run. Respecting your body
Day 1Day 7RestTotal Time: 2 hours 10 minsWeek ThreeDay 140 mins fartlek (speedplay - fast and slow running at random in a normal run)Day 2RestDay 3Jog or walk/jog 20 minsDay 4RestDay 5Repeat Day 1Day 6Repeat Day 3Day 7RestTotal Time: 2 hoursWeek Four
slowly and don’t try to force your way through the crowds or runners ahead of you. Don’t be afraid of taking a walk break if you feel you need it. And finally...Running’s a friendly sport and it really is the taking part that counts, so just
for best progress More Follow a smart schedule MoreStay motivated: set a target More Avoid injury: warm up, cool down, stretch MoreOr see the Runner’s World BIG Beginners' Index for more articles.
on them. Avoid them as much as possible.Beware the one-track mind Tracks are definitely easier on your legs than pavements, but theyre tougher on your psyche. Many beginner runners go to a track for their initial runs and, not surprisingly, find
establish eye contact with the driver before proceeding.DO try some light stretching exercises before and after your walk/run sessions, to reduce muscle tightness and increase your range of motion.DO include a training partner in your programme if possible
in the build-up to the big day – “I think I took the tapering to an extreme!” – Neale found the race tough from around 16 miles. “I ran a bit and walked a bit. I could probably have kept running but I wanted to enjoy it; there was so much going on – the bands
is it to train to a schedule?Can I improve on fewer sessions per week?How can I progress from run/walk to run/run?Can I become a faster runner through sheer graft – or is speed in your genes?I want to start running to work - what are the best ways to transport
15 stone beginner…A delay before losing weight…Eating for energy and weight lossHalf a stone that just won't shiftLosing weight and getting back to running - a long thread!Over-weight beginner - help!Runner's World is grateful to Ashley, Foxy
at himself and puts himself out there in The Penguin Chronicles, his avidly-read monthly column in RUNNERS WORLD. Bingham has also written two books (his latest No Need For Speed: A Beginners Guide To The Joy Of Running will be published in the UK
