Wednesday, July 9, 2008

i want to run!!

i've always wished that i could be a jogger. someone who gets relaxed after a 20-30min run. unfortunately, i always feel like i'm going to die after a run. i run 11 minute miles. i feel like i'm going to faint and i have tremendous pain while i attempt to jog. but i want to change. i want to train myself. i want to become a jogger damnit!

i did some googling and found these steps to becoming a runner:
  • Week one: Walk for 6 minutes, then jog at an easy pace for 1 minute. Repeat 3 times. Aim for three sessions with that same sequence for week one.
  • Week two: Walk for 5 minutes, then jog for 2 minutes. Repeat 3 times. Aim to do three sessions in week two.
  • Week three: Walk for 3 minutes, then jog for 4 minutes. Repeat 4 times. Aim for four sessions in week three.
  • Week four: Walk for 2 minutes, then jog for 5 minutes. Repeat 4 times. Shoot for four of those sessions in week four.
  • Week five: Walk for 2 minutes, then jog for 8 minutes. Repeat 3 times. Do four of those sessions in week five.
  • Week six: Walk for 2 minutes, then jog for 9 minutes. Repeat 3 times. Try to do four sessions for week six.
  • Week seven: Walk for 1 minute, then jog for 11 minutes. Repeat 3 times. Do four sessions this week.
  • Week eight: For your first run this week, try walking for 5 minutes to begin and end the workout, and run for 20 minutes in between. By the end of the week, try to run for 30 minutes without stopping. Aim to run for 30 minutes four times a week, and you'll notice that your stamina and fitness will continue to improve.

ummm....i'll let your know if they work. *fingers crossed*

1 comment:

Teal Chic said...

I feel the same way. Thanks for the helpful tips! Thanks for visiting my blog! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!!!

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