There are very few people I’ve met that LOVE running. But adding cardio into your workout is an added plus to help shed the fat that doesn’t seem to be moving.
I’ve noticed a few things now that I have put cardio training back into my workouts.
1. Overall, I just feel better and more energized
2. I’m seeing results quicker
3. I can feel my strength building in my whole body.
4. Stress levels have lowered
5. Burn off the extra energy
Tips to get you started
Set goals and start slow.
Start with seeing how long you can run, slow your pace down to where you’re comfortable but won’t burn out in the first minute.
Running on the treadmill is way different from running outside. If you run 2 miles on the treadmill don’t expect to be able to run it outside. It takes some time for your body to adjust to different surroundings.
Take breaks. I set my goal for a 1.25 mile warm up at the beginning of my workouts. I push myself to finish but it doesn’t mean I don’t stop to catch my breath, or take a drink of water.
Setting goals is a big one. The easiest way I’ve learn to set running goals is to set a certain mileage in a period of time. Currently I’m doing 40 miles in 8 weeks that’s less than a mile a day. But that’s if I were to make it to the gym every day. I also make a tracker so I can see my accomplishments and see where I want to be.
One of the main things you need to take away. Is to push yourself, your body is capable of doing crazy wonderful things. Start slow and you’ll hit your goals in time to have new ones!