The semester is over, and that means summer pool days are just around the corner (as if we haven’t been going to the pool since February in Columbia). As we get closer and closer to summertime, we are all trying to drop a few extra pounds, and according to runnersworld.com, “when trying to lose weight, it’s hard to beat running.” Ugh, running. We know, we know, it sounds miserable. But, we have a few tips that will hopefully help you fall in love with running.
1. Get a great playlist
Check out apps like Spotify or make your own playlist, but when your listening to your favorite songs and singing along, time flies by. You won’t even realize how far you’ve run.
2. Cute clothes
When you look good, you feel good. There are so many cute workout tops and bottoms for all body types and price ranges. Running is as much mental as it is physical, so when your confidence is up, your run will be better!
3. Find a motivating app
An app we love is Aaptive because it combines a motivational trainer with a playlist that is set to each specific work out. They have runs for all levels and abilities. Other great apps to look into are MapMyRun and Nike+ Run Club.
4. Grab a friend
Working out is always better when you’re not in it alone. Having a friend to keep you committed to your runs will be super helpful in staying on track and becoming a better, stronger runner.
5. Include some walking intervals
Even the most advanced runners still include walking or slower jogging intervals into some of their runs. At the beginning you may need to include more walking time but as time goes on, your walking intervals will get shorter and shorter until all of a sudden, you’re just running the whole time!
Running really, really sucks at first. Your endurance is low, it feels hard and honestly, you want to quit cause it seems like there is no way it will ever get any easier. But it does. It can become a great stress reliever and an even better work out, but it does take some time. Dedicate the time to it and try some of our tips and you’ll love to run in no time! We believe in you!