look for mushrooms while running, for recovery runs this will force you to run slowly. :) And more fun. :D Just be aware of your surrounding, enjoy the sounds&beauty of nature don't just listen to loud music and panic about a little rain. Also i like to focus on how it feels when rain/wind/snow "hits" me, for me this is most relaxing and the reason why i never strugle to go outside when there's "bad" weather. (the only bad weather is when it is too dangerous to workout outside)
@@Ajumi- OK, you got me, what to you is too dangerous? I live in a city where one day it is +40 and on another, it could easily be -40. These temps are not dangerous because one just dresses for the weather but I imagine most don't run wearing a northern winter jacket. but those temps are fine for spending 45 minutes walking to and from work every day, so it would seem you fit people should be able to train in them as well. So my question still stands what is bad weather to you? Is it a lightning storm? I might give you that one, but I would still walk, I think the light poles are more likely to get struck than little old me.
As a runner myself, I never really understood how people don’t enjoy it… until I had gotten to a point where I was so out of shape that running 5 km was difficult and demoralizing! Start with low distance and go slow, but go often, I’d say. You’ll see a difference in fitness and running ease immediately! I also recommend focusing on some form aspect of running each time you head out, such as focusing on hip tilt, breathing, or keeping the arms close to 90 degrees. Make sure the goal/focus is NOT on speed or distance/terrain performance (eg, running all the way up the hill without walking). This will take the pressure off you to “perform” and will help you run with better form and posture, resulting in fewer injuries. New running kit definitely helps!
Slow down is the best tip I have ever had about running. After many failed attemps in trying to become a runner I hired a coach and 1st thing he said: slow down!! Now I can finally said I have running regularly for three months and I enjoy it! I would add not caring about the numbers if you are struggling with running, just build the habit, there will be room for improvement, for running faster or longer. Great video as always!!!
I agree with that. Before I really started running I would see someone and remark on how 'slow they were running', but now I'm just like, 'Good pace 🙂".
Definitely running with other people. I would add get into a running habit, for example run an hour in the morning on a couple of days a week, so you don’t need to worry about going it’s just a habit. One final thing, do Park Run. Has other people, it creates a habit, is a great start to the weekend and there is usually coffee and cake at the end!
Started running this year . I cycle a lot but wanted to add something else . Also I cyclocross in the winter . My fitness is good and usually cycle a couple of hundred miles a week in summer maybe 100 per week winter . I joined a club as I couldn’t run around the block . Best thing ever . Since April/may time I’ve run with then once a week , gradually upped it to twice a week Monday and Wednesday . My long distance running was never good even at school . This week at the grand age of 55 I did a 10k . I still don’t find it that easy but never did I think I could run that far . It also seems to of helped my cycling . My recovery after an effort on the bike is even quicker . It adds to my cycling I feel 😁
Really enjoyed this video. As someone who grew up running at a high level, I've found it really difficult to get out of that "must train hard at all costs" mentality that age group athletes have. Now that I'm older and less fit, this has really knocked my enjoyment of running. However, I found that I started to enjoy it again when helping friends get into running, probably due to the companionship and the fact that I'm running well below threshold pace.
Check out the 80/20 series of books by Matt Fitzgerald. He's got one for just about every endurance sport. I've known I needed to show down for a while if I wanted to improve but for some reason his book has been able to help me do it. As an added benefit I'm enjoying my training a lot more.
Any suggestions on how to avoid/stop yawning while running? I don't know what it is but a few minutes in and I can't stop yawning; I don't experience this when cycling or swimming, only running.
I was always told this and maybe some truth in it? x Does yawning mean you need more oxygen? Yawning helps us bring more oxygen into the blood and move more carbon dioxide out of the blood. Yawning, then, would be an involuntary reflex (something we can't really control) to help us control our oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.
now please, I'm not trying to say you're not telling the truth or anything. However the don't eat before a run, seems ok on the surface but when you say that before swimming I just have to frown. Now I have not ever had an issue with food and swimming but I'm not really a swimmer since I think I would drown before I finished a 2.5-mile swim, look I have enough issues with 4-width swims at the pool. Now saying that I have not really had an issue with drowning when I go for a swim and I do feel 100% safer when I am swimming on my back like it feels effortless, I imagine some of the great swimmers must feel that way when they swim. But I just want to say the time you say seems like a long time. Yes, thanksgiving meal usually leaves me so full that laying down on the couch always seems like the best plan and maybe if the whole family says let us go for a walk I could be gotten out the door but not likely because I said let us go for a walk :) However, that family walk will not win any race.
So its been confirmed that there will no Men's Race at Kona for 2023, it will now go to a split year format with the women racing in 2023 and then men racing elsewhere for the world champs, then vice versa in 2024 and so on.
I would argue that most people probably can't get enough air in through their nose and the parasympathetic nervous system can be activated through mindful breathing. What studies are you referring to?
It might not be as 'beneficial' but nose-breathing limits your pace because you can't oxygenate the body as much. I'd rather have enough oomph to pick up my pace a bit instead of restricting myself.
@@catmac6883 the volume of air you take in during exercise is really important to provide oxygen to your muscles. If you have a really high vo2max and are out on a zone 2 run you might be okay. But for someone who is less fit or on a harder zone 4 day I think most people would struggle to get enough air through their nose, I know I do.
Do you have any other tips of your own to make running feel easier and more enjoyable?
look for mushrooms while running, for recovery runs this will force you to run slowly. :) And more fun. :D Just be aware of your surrounding, enjoy the sounds&beauty of nature don't just listen to loud music and panic about a little rain. Also i like to focus on how it feels when rain/wind/snow "hits" me, for me this is most relaxing and the reason why i never strugle to go outside when there's "bad" weather. (the only bad weather is when it is too dangerous to workout outside)
@@Ajumi- OK, you got me, what to you is too dangerous? I live in a city where one day it is +40 and on another, it could easily be -40. These temps are not dangerous because one just dresses for the weather but I imagine most don't run wearing a northern winter jacket. but those temps are fine for spending 45 minutes walking to and from work every day, so it would seem you fit people should be able to train in them as well. So my question still stands what is bad weather to you? Is it a lightning storm? I might give you that one, but I would still walk, I think the light poles are more likely to get struck than little old me.
Have no more than 3 running sessions in a week. If you disagree, are you a professional or something?
As a runner myself, I never really understood how people don’t enjoy it… until I had gotten to a point where I was so out of shape that running 5 km was difficult and demoralizing! Start with low distance and go slow, but go often, I’d say. You’ll see a difference in fitness and running ease immediately! I also recommend focusing on some form aspect of running each time you head out, such as focusing on hip tilt, breathing, or keeping the arms close to 90 degrees. Make sure the goal/focus is NOT on speed or distance/terrain performance (eg, running all the way up the hill without walking). This will take the pressure off you to “perform” and will help you run with better form and posture, resulting in fewer injuries. New running kit definitely helps!
Great advice!! 😊
Slow down is the best tip I have ever had about running. After many failed attemps in trying to become a runner I hired a coach and 1st thing he said: slow down!! Now I can finally said I have running regularly for three months and I enjoy it!
I would add not caring about the numbers if you are struggling with running, just build the habit, there will be room for improvement, for running faster or longer.
Great video as always!!!
Building the habit is such a good idea🙌 Fitness will come. Fun first!
I agree with that. Before I really started running I would see someone and remark on how 'slow they were running', but now I'm just like, 'Good pace 🙂".
For treadmill running, I distract myself with watching GTN. Outside, I pick a run with lovely views which really raise my spirits when I’m flagging.
Both great tips! 🙌
Getting back into running, bought myself a pair of new ON cloud shoes today and feeling very spoilt- love it. Thanks for the tips 💜💕
Great to hear! Keep it up, welcome to the Runners club 🙌
Definitely running with other people. I would add get into a running habit, for example run an hour in the morning on a couple of days a week, so you don’t need to worry about going it’s just a habit. One final thing, do Park Run. Has other people, it creates a habit, is a great start to the weekend and there is usually coffee and cake at the end!
Great tips! Sounds like you love the social side of running? 👀
Started running this year . I cycle a lot but wanted to add something else . Also I cyclocross in the winter . My fitness is good and usually cycle a couple of hundred miles a week in summer maybe 100 per week winter . I joined a club as I couldn’t run around the block . Best thing ever . Since April/may time I’ve run with then once a week , gradually upped it to twice a week Monday and Wednesday . My long distance running was never good even at school . This week at the grand age of 55 I did a 10k . I still don’t find it that easy but never did I think I could run that far . It also seems to of helped my cycling . My recovery after an effort on the bike is even quicker . It adds to my cycling I feel 😁
Really enjoyed this video. As someone who grew up running at a high level, I've found it really difficult to get out of that "must train hard at all costs" mentality that age group athletes have. Now that I'm older and less fit, this has really knocked my enjoyment of running. However, I found that I started to enjoy it again when helping friends get into running, probably due to the companionship and the fact that I'm running well below threshold pace.
Check out the 80/20 series of books by Matt Fitzgerald. He's got one for just about every endurance sport. I've known I needed to show down for a while if I wanted to improve but for some reason his book has been able to help me do it. As an added benefit I'm enjoying my training a lot more.
Maybe slowing down is the way to enjoyment ? 🤔
or travel to Gran Canaria, enjoy the weather and run through its ravines
Some people like to use music as a cadence guide, just make sure your earphones are comfy and don't fall out!
You missed step one: book flight to Tenerife
Always helps 😬
Any suggestions on how to avoid/stop yawning while running? I don't know what it is but a few minutes in and I can't stop yawning; I don't experience this when cycling or swimming, only running.
😃 hahaha
You need to extend your Sleep.
I yawn in my mtb not in running
I was always told this and maybe some truth in it? x
Does yawning mean you need more oxygen?
Yawning helps us bring more oxygen into the blood and move more carbon dioxide out of the blood. Yawning, then, would be an involuntary reflex (something we can't really control) to help us control our oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.
now please, I'm not trying to say you're not telling the truth or anything. However the don't eat before a run, seems ok on the surface but when you say that before swimming I just have to frown. Now I have not ever had an issue with food and swimming but I'm not really a swimmer since I think I would drown before I finished a 2.5-mile swim, look I have enough issues with 4-width swims at the pool. Now saying that I have not really had an issue with drowning when I go for a swim and I do feel 100% safer when I am swimming on my back like it feels effortless, I imagine some of the great swimmers must feel that way when they swim. But I just want to say the time you say seems like a long time. Yes, thanksgiving meal usually leaves me so full that laying down on the couch always seems like the best plan and maybe if the whole family says let us go for a walk I could be gotten out the door but not likely because I said let us go for a walk :) However, that family walk will not win any race.
So its been confirmed that there will no Men's Race at Kona for 2023, it will now go to a split year format with the women racing in 2023 and then men racing elsewhere for the world champs, then vice versa in 2024 and so on.
Disagree with mouth breathing been proven that it's nowhere near as beneficial as inhaling through the nose
It is beneficial, I personally use it and it keeps you smooth
I would argue that most people probably can't get enough air in through their nose and the parasympathetic nervous system can be activated through mindful breathing. What studies are you referring to?
Reading James Nestors book 'Breath' 🤣
It might not be as 'beneficial' but nose-breathing limits your pace because you can't oxygenate the body as much. I'd rather have enough oomph to pick up my pace a bit instead of restricting myself.
@@catmac6883 the volume of air you take in during exercise is really important to provide oxygen to your muscles. If you have a really high vo2max and are out on a zone 2 run you might be okay. But for someone who is less fit or on a harder zone 4 day I think most people would struggle to get enough air through their nose, I know I do.