Its bin a long time since i posted on here, because of a new job and new relationship, i simply havent had time to go to the gym or do any cardio exercise. so ive decided to take up running to help loose some of the weight ive put back on since the last time i lost it all.

so i was wondering if anyone has an sujestions or advice, about how to get going??

kane101


p.s... how much is around the rite price for a decent pair of running trainers??

Check out www.coolrunning.com. They have a whole bunch of beginning training stuff there.

start slow, like everything else, so you don't get sore and discouraged. There are tons of articles on how to improve running distance and time, but alot contain interval training which you may not be ready for just yet.

Shoes are extremely important, stay out of chain stores and go to a specialty running store...as far as price, you get what you pay for, mine were $90 and were designed for over-pronation while running (which I didn't know i had until I talked to the guy at the specialty store) :gl:

Hi!

I recommend having a goal in mind involving running if you want to start, even if it's just for fitness. 5K's are prevalent and fun. RunnersWorld has a great training planner. Visit this link and feed your info into the SmartCoach to get a plan. (http://www.runnersworld.com/channel/0,5032,s6-51-0-0-0,00.html)

I'd expect to pay between $90 and $130 for my running shoes...one of the main reasons I wear them too long. :p Get them at a running store, not a sporting goods place, if you can. If you can't, check out an online retailer like Roadrunner (http://www.roadrunnersports.com/cgi-bin/rrs/rrs/rrHome.jsp) and use their fit tools to figure out what type/brand sneakers would be good for your body type, then find a place locally that carries them and go try them on/purchase.

I'd also recommend getting a heartrate monitor if your primary aim in this is general fitness. Great, great, great investment in your health.

Finally, remember, your fat loss is going to depend on what you eat more than anything you do for exercise.

M@

hehehe if can analyze gait, you can pick out your own shoes. i get mine for $40 =)

but if it is your first time buying shoes, go to a running shoe specialty store. they will rip you off, but it is worth it. just buy the same shoes (if you like them) elsewhere next time.