Big welcome back to the summer term of running and a massive welcome to the new beginners who started last night. It was great to see so many of you and to have Jillian, Freya and Penny come along too. It is so much easier to keep going when you are motivated by others who are going through the same "pain"...sorry that should read experience. So I well and truly messed up the GPS last night as it has gone all continental on me and was indeed reading in km not miles still 2 miles is very good going and I was so impressed by you all....and unless any of you took off out of the car park at 20 mph you did not, alas burn over 500 calories...this is what happens when you forget to turn the device off.... however here is the route the beginners took.
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Tips for beginners
| Run naturally:
Don't worry about technique at this stage of your running life. So long
as you've got the right running shoes you'll be moving in the right way
so just keep a nice relaxed, upright stance and keep your running style
comfortable and don't take huge strides. |
Breathing:
Your breathing will get heavier but don't worry, your body is very good
at ensuring you won't stop breathing! The reason your breathing gets
more rapid is because your body is not used to exercise and has to work
harder, which will improve in time. |
Don't be afraid to stop:
You will get tired and feel like you have to stop but don't worry, take
a breather and walk until you're ready to run again. Walking is good
for you too so you're still benefiting.
Warm down:
Walk for five minutes to prevent blood pooling in the legs. Stretch out
the calves, thighs, bottom and low back. This will prevent your muscles
tightening and can help prevent muscle soreness.
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Plus
Stay in touch with others in the group through Facebook/blog, and with me if you need any help etc
Take your rest days
Don't panic if you cant manage to squeeze in all your homework...we all have lives to lead too
Treat injuries seriously
Intermediate Group
Is anyone interested in going to the "wee puffer" arranged by Mid Argyll group on May 2nd? It is 3.5 miles along the canal side, a lovely run. Details are on a previous post. Jillian would like to go and is looking for a car share...think it would be great to get together with the other groups, they have a lot of new members. I will go if I am released back into the world or running in time but wont get involved in car sharing just yet as I have to take Freya to band. We need to let Matt know numbers before next Wednesday, also you need your js membership number.
A big welcome to Holly who joined the group last night, I understand that you had a good session with circuits, hills and a reasonable run out round Carloonan, and a sad goodbye to Kerry who is leaving us for the bright lights of Lochgilphead. Thank you Kerry for your support and company over the last couple of years and good luck.
Inveraray jogscotland (intermediate) meets every Thursday 7-8pm, beginners Group 6.10pm at the shelter shed at
Inveraray Primary School during term time. All levels of runner
welcome.£1/session. 01499302160.
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