Running for Beginners

New webaddress

2009-07-21T23:00:00.000-07:00

Running for Beginners has moved! The new url is

http://runningforbeginners.inspired.be/

Runner attacked by bird

2009-07-21T12:03:00.000-07:00

Running for Beginners usually features articles that should motivate you in your running journey. This article is more of the opposite kind, it’s a bit de-motivating unfortunate. But it’s a runner story none of the less, so I thought I should share.

Stuart Urquhart was in for a scare when he went out for a run in Helford, UK. A buzzard, a big bird which can weigh up to 1kg, attacked him and left him with three 6cm (or 2in) long gashes on his scalp!

Despite Stuart’s injuries, Stuart isn’t planning to stop running.

Let’s hope something like this never happens to any of us!

To read the full article, click here:
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Prevent blisters

2009-07-19T12:34:00.000-07:00

If you ever had a blister during a run, you know how painful they can be!

According to Spencer Casey, senior manager at the New York Running Company in New York City, the cause of blisters is friction. Casey recommends trading cotton socks for sweat-wicking ones, like the Nike Dri-FIT. Cotton traps moisture which causes friction which cause blisters.

Casey also suggests to put baby power on your feet before you start your run.

I hope these tips are helpful! If you want to read more about the prevention of blisters, check out the following article:
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Local runner reaches his 100,000 miles goal

2009-07-19T12:01:00.000-07:00

Robert “Raven” Kraft told himself 34 years ago that he wanted to run 100,000 miles. He ran eight miles everyday and today he reached his goal! Congrats to Raven!

This story makes me want to set a long term running goal as well. I better start tracking my runs from now on!

Check out the following article to find out more about Raven and his 100,00 miles goal:
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Celebrities who run: Shia LaBeouf

2009-07-18T12:43:00.000-07:00

Running for Beginners is proud to present another celebrity runner: Shia LaBeouf. It’s not a secret that Shia LaBeouf is frequent runner. And the results are worth it! Sha LaBeouf looked pretty fit in the last Transformers movie.

Check out some pictures of Shia LaBeouf running here:
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Free Excel running log

2009-07-17T12:35:00.000-07:00

Minh at Digital Citizen shares an amazing Excel spreadsheet that works as a running log. The Excel running log is very user-friendly, it includes instructions and the cells with formula are locked so you can’t mess anything up. The spreadsheet is based on two runs a day.

The best thing about this Excel running log are the graphic displays of your runs.

To see screenshots of the Excel running log or find out more about it, you can visit the the Digital Citizen’s website:
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Running nutrition: bananas

2009-07-16T12:21:00.000-07:00

Bananas are excellent food for runners. Bananas contain three natural sugars: sucrose, fructose and glucose. So bananas give you an instant boost of energy!

Research has even proven that two bananas provide you enough energy for an intensive 90-minute run.

Read more about the benefits of bananas here:
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Running myths: true of false?

2009-07-15T12:07:00.000-07:00

When you start running as a beginner, you will soon discover some critics in your surroundings who claim running is bad for you. Discover if the next four claims or true or false.

Running will give you a heart attack or other heart problems
FALSE
Running will ruin your bones and joints
FALSE
Running can increase your odds on skin cancer
TRUE
Running will kill you before your time
FALSE

If you want more information on why these myths are true or false, I recommend to read the following article:
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Fit running into you schedule

2009-07-14T12:01:00.000-07:00

You decided you want to start running. Great! Now it’s only a matter of finding the time to actually run. The best way to keep up running, is to make running part of your schedule.

Here are some ideas:

Run during your lunch hour
Run to work
Run first thing in the morning
Run right after work

Running for Beginners recommends the following article:
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Buying running shoes

2009-07-13T12:12:00.000-07:00

Running shoes have extra cushioning to absorb shock as your foot hits the ground. Running shoes should be flexible and light.

When you go out to buy a new pair of running shoes, make sure to get help of the experts of a sporting goods store or running store. Experts will evaluate the arch of your feet so they can find the best pair of shoes for you.

Caution! Running shoes are designed for a forward motion and shouldn’t be used for sports where you move in other directions like basketball or step aerobics.

Click the following link for more information on running shoes and additional shoe shopping tips:
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Celebrities who run: Sandra Bullock

2009-07-12T12:31:00.000-07:00

If you have seen Sandra Bullock’s latest movie ‘The Proposal’, you probably have noticed how fit she looks these days. In ‘In Style’-magazine, she reveals that running was part of her work-out to get back in shape for the movie.

Want to learn more about Sandra Bullock's work-out? Read the following article:

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Running gives your mind a work-out

2009-07-11T12:12:00.000-07:00

We all know that physical exercise like running gives you more energy, a better overall health and a fit body. But running also helps you develop a fit mind.

Several studies found out that physical activity helps keep your mind sharp. One of the reasons is that during a run, you have the time to sort through you thoughts and process your emotions.

Want to learn more about the connection between exercise and mind? Than check out the following article:

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5 reasons to start running

2009-07-10T11:55:00.000-07:00

Since you are visiting the Running for Beginners blog, you are obviously interested in starting to run. But maybe you need that little push to get you started.

So here are some excellent reasons to start running:

Burn calories
Build op your self-esteem and confidence
All you need is a pair of running shoes
Good for your health
It's fun!

Do you need more reasons to start running? Than check out the following article:
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Benefits of Group Running

2009-07-09T11:41:00.000-07:00

Some runners love to run alone and think that solitude is part of the joy of running. But for others, running alone is boring. If you are part of the second group, you don’t have to write off the running for beginners journey right away. There is a solution, you can take part of group runs!

Running in group can give you extra motivation and new friends. But there is more. According to clinical and sports psychologist Rob Udewitz, you can run faster and easier when you are running in group.

You can read more about the benefits of group running here:
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