cold) to insulate the body, and a protective jacket. This lot should keep you warm as you start your run, but as you warm up you might feel the need to shed layers, so wear a jacket with removable sleeves and put them in your pocket; or one that folds
and then settling into a more manageable pace once the crowds have thinned, you are likely to have a better swim time,” he says.2. Jump right inWorkouts that mimic races can give you the edge you need. “Choose one swim per week where, without a warm-up, you jump
help your aerobic system work more efficiently. Also, synovial fluid (the lubricant in your joints) warms up, helping your body to move easily. "Too many beginners skip this step without realising how much more effortless it makes the whole workout feel
speedwork by warming up with 10 minutes of easy running. Then alternate two minutes at goal race pace (try 10-minute miling for the first session) with two minutes of very easy running. If you havent recovered after two minutes, youre running too hard
with studies and research, others aren't as well grounded in science: in short, some rules are made for bending.Rule One: Always warm up and cool down.The Whole Truth: While a proper warm-up is a must, especially before a race, a cool-down isn't always
out fat-burning enzymes, which help your aerobic system work more efficiently. Also, synovial fluid (the lubricant in your joints) warms up, helping your body to move easily. "Too many beginners skip this step without realising how much more
acid from your muscles, but short enough to keep things challenging", says Anderson. Beginners should do three or four reps; advanced runners can do up to 10. Measure the distance using GPS or, if you listen to music, try hitting 5K pace during one song
was running slower than I could walk up a hill, but I kept running. If you want to overcome the mental battle, leave your watch at home and tackle a new route and listen to music, bird song anything – just enjoy being a runner. Also, make sure you're warmed up
to be mindful of dangers such as iced roads, but if you can get out there and tap out the miles, it's a great way to warm yourself up."
heart rate). Alternatively, listen to your breathing. If you aren’t gasping for air, and you can talk while you’re running, your pace is about right.7 Remember to warm up and cool down Don’t confuse a little stretching with a good warm-up. Stretching
