I am an avid runner and marathoner, only stopped by my recent injury. Actually it was probably the only thing that kept my smoking in check before my most recent relapse, because running means so much to me. I can't wait to get back to it again.
If I can give two pieces of advice to any running newbies it's these two things, one of which you've already learned:
1. Invest in proper running shoes. A good running store will be able to fit you and find the appropriate shoes based on your gait.
2. Take your time and don't do too much at once! Don't try to train for a marathon first thing. Start slow and go from there. Take things day by day. (Sound familiar?)
I'm so glad to hear you're still able to run after smoking... I feel like it is a common theme for ex-smokers to take up exercise, and running is such a great way to work out. I wonder if part of it is how addictive it can be, but fortunately running is very healthy. Of course it's still important to take care of yourself: hydrate, stretch and make sure you eat enough. Feel free to send me a message if you ever need any running advice. :)
I went on my first run in god knows how long on day five of no smoking just to have something to do, and now that it has been a couple of months and I've stuck with it, I decided I could invest in real running shoes instead of these stupid tennies I've been jogging in (hello, ankle pain). At the running store, I was telling the salesgirl that I took up running after quitting smoking . . . and it turns out she did too! Two years ago she quit after doing a pack a day for a decade, and she has already run two marathons in 2013. I just thought that was so encouraging, that even after all that abuse your body can still make a comeback and be awesome. My goal for today is to do five miles (and then reward myself with a burger and fries). :)
Минуло певний час з моменту вашої останньої активності. Подовжіть сесію нижче.
Вас було виведено з системи через неактивність.
Будь ласка, увійдіть знову.
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