Common Beginner Runner Struggles
Becoming a runner is not easy. Most people have been ‘unfit’ for years. It only stands to reason that it will take a while to reach fitness. This series is meant to help you overcome the struggles of beginner runners.
Here is a brief summary of the Beginner Runner Struggles Series:
Not enough time. After working with thousands of runners, I can tell you this is the biggest struggle for anyone under the age of 60.
How to start and how to progress. How much to run and how much to walk and for how long. With me, you take a diagnostic test to reveal this, and I’ll provide a guideline of how to progress from there.
Motivation. This goes hand in hand with confidence. I have plenty of ideas and techniques for you.
Accountability. Again, over the years, I’ve developed accountability systems for myself and for others. I’ll share what works.
Injury. Injuries are more frequent and most harmful to beginner runners because they’re just getting started and therefore may conclude that their body isn’t strong enough to run.
Stamina. There is a way, a best practice for new runners to build stamina without discfomfort and misery.
Equipment: Beginners worry about what shoes to buy, whether they need a watch, and which one. I’ll make it simple.
Nutrition and hydration: Beginners ask how they need to change their diet. I have an easy answer.
The Overwhelm: Too much to think about. Too much to know. I’ll break it down and simplify it.
Crosstraining: Beginners need to know how to incorporate other activities such as weight training, stretching, yoga around their running training schedule. I’ll break it down into a few basic guidelines.
Want to work with me? Go to BeginnerRunner.com.