How to Run

One of the greatest bonuses of running is the fact there are so many kinds of running, each uniquely different and better suited for each individual. But for the sake of time and conciseness, I will briefly discuss three broad categories of running so know that if you want more details that searching through google will provide you with a lot more detailed results. I simply want to indroduce the different kinds of running to maybe help motivate those who have never  run before and simply want to start. Now the types of running are sprints, cross-country running (very long distance) and track running (varies in length), and each has its own advantages. Now sprinting is when you run for 20 seconds to a minute, depending on your ability, as fast as you can, followed by a much longer rest period, usually about four times as long as the duration you ran for. Each time you run a sprint and rest is a set and you will usually do 2-10 sets, again depending on personal abilities. The bonuses to this is that it last typically at most 30 minutes, so its a good exercise for those who are always busy, and because you are running at your maximum effort, you will get the maximum results.

Cross-country running is when you jog usually 5-15 miles, again depending on personal ability, and this is usually for more advanced runners. Cross-country running though will greatly improve your stamina and will cause you to burn the most calories.

 Now the third type of running I uniquely named track running because I feel like its better suited for those who are running merely for personal gain and for those who do not want to being a runner. This running is where you simply run laps around the track for as many laps as you want. This is best suited for beginners because there is less distance and it allows you to go at your own pace and take as many breaks as you need. I recommend however that you continually try to push yourself by increasing the number of laps you do each day or by reducing the amount of time you walk or take a break. Overtime, this kind of running will increase your stamina and get you accustomed to running on a regular basis.