FMP.
I'm currently writing a whole magazine on health and fitness for my final project at college.So, I thought I'd give you a little taster of my article about The Race For Life:
How did we train?
We
all wanted to train together as we were all running for the same cause. We
trained twice a week, as a group, and once a week on our own.
In
the group sessions, we would stretch thoroughly and then start our session,
starting fairly easy at the start of the year. For instance one week we would
run for 30 seconds and then walk for 45, repeating the cycle for 30 minutes.
We
would run or jog slowly all together, never leaving anyone behind, to help our
bodies adjust to the training.
In the
training sessions on our own we would work at our own pace trying to improve on
our personal fitness.
We
would each track our progress by using apps on our phone. The two I would
highly recommend are: “Nike Running” and “Run keeper” these can be found on any
smartphone.
These
apps would tell us how far we have ran and at what pace. This is very handy as
if you are going slower than you wish, you can up your speed as it talks to you
whilst you’re running!
We did
have to buy some running gear. My advice for this would be: don’t go for the
expensive stuff if you’re not serious. The branded clothing and workout gear
will last you longer and does the job a lot better, but if you think you’re
going to quit then don’t commit!
To start
with, you will need to buy some leggings/shorts, and a sports bra. These are
the basics; you can put an old top or jumper over your bra and go!
Obviously
you will need some trainers, make sure that they fit perfectly, to small and you
will hurt your toes and feet, too big and you won’t be able to run without
tripping over! If you’re not sure, get a shop assistant to help you.
Advice for training:
·
If
you haven’t ran before then I suggest that you find a plan online or from a
gym, this will give you a starting block. This way, you will be able to start
to build up your fitness without hurting yourself.
·
I
also advise that you have a running buddy, whether this be a friend, a pet or
just your music, it is very helpful to have something there to take your mind
off of what you are doing.
·
If
you are using music then I suggest that you create a playlist. Because if you’re
anything like me then you will be flicking through songs instead of running!
·
Run
in the mornings; get an early start, this will almost trick your mind into what
your body is doing. In addition to this, you will get the best weather, not too
hot neither too cold.
·
The
most important tip is to get your breathing down. Make sure you’re not panting throughout;
this will mean you can’t run as long. I wouldn’t try to talk or even sing
whilst you’re running; this will seriously affect your distance.
