Build up training steadily
and add variety to your training (eg. hill running,
weight training, swimming etc).
Give your body time to adapt
to new training loads. Listen to your body.
Pushing too hard too soon can lead to injury.
Find a natural starting point
by recording your morning pulse rate. Sudden
rises in your rate are signs that you are putting
your body under too much stress.
Settle into a good stretching
routine and stick to it.
Take a break from training
if you have an infection or illness - don't
be suprised if you find you can't start back
at the same level on your first day back after
illness.
Break up your training and
offer yourself more than constant running -
don't let your training programme become stale.
Never run through injuries
- it only makes them worse and slows down the
natural healing process. If you suffer from
repeated minor injuries see a doctor or sports
injury specialist. Your running style may be
adding to your problems.
Remember - it's not the end
of the world if you don't run well during race
day. Get the most out of each race you do -
learn from the experience and come back in even
better shape next time.
Make sure you get yourself
a pair of well fitting trainers that suit your
running style.
