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A Word From VerywellOther Services - - June 3, 2024Give yourself plenty of time to learn how to run a mile. Try not to compare yourself to others or worry about whether you are running fast enough or increasing your distance quickly. With consistency and persistence, you'll get there. Once you...
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The movement of your arms should feel naturalOther Services - - June 3, 2024The movement of your arms should feel natural, but you'll probably notice a contralateral pattern. That means that when one leg steps forward, the opposite arm glides forward as well. This coordinated arm and leg movement helps to balance and propel ...
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Practice Good Form : Use Your BreathOther Services - - June 3, 2024The way that you run can make a big difference in whether or not you can keep going when you're running a mile. Efficient body mechanics mean that you use less energy and get less winded. Use Your Breath Many people assume they need to breathe...
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Follow a Training PlanOther Services - - June 3, 2024If you are new to running, it can help to follow a training plan for beginners to provide a road map for your journey. It is also helpful to find a route that isn't too challenging and follow basic safety guidelines to keep your program on track. &nb...
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Ask Your Doctor or PTOther Services - - June 3, 2024If you are still experiencing pain that might be related to your running form, it's time to get advice from your doctor or physical therapist. They can make an assessment of your pain, check for possible injury, and recommend any changes or exercises...
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Use Proper Running Form to Prevent InjuryOther Services - - June 3, 2024If you are still struggling with problems related to poor running form, you might want to do a gait analysis. This is often done by a physical therapist who may analyze your Z angle or the angle formed by the connection of your hip and ankle as you r...
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Keep Your Arms at Your SidesOther Services - - June 3, 2024Avoid side-to-side arm swinging. If your arms cross over your chest, you're more likely to slouch, which means you're not breathing efficiently. Inefficient or shallow breathing can also lead to side stitches or cramps in your abdominal area. ...
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Relax Your ShouldersOther Services - - June 3, 2024Your shoulders should be relaxed and square (facing forward), not hunched over. Rounding the shoulders too far forward tends to tighten the chest and restrict breathing. You'll breathe a lot easier if your shoulders are relaxed. Check that you...
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Check Your PostureOther Services - - June 3, 2024Keep your posture straight and erect.1 Your head should be up, your back straight, and shoulders level. Keep your shoulders under your ears and maintain a neutral pelvis. For women specifically, a good running sports bra is vital for maintaining good...
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Relax Your HandsOther Services - - June 3, 2024As you run, keep your arms and hands as relaxed as possible. Avoid tightening your hands into fists. If you're clenching your hands, the tension will move from there up your arms to your shoulders and neck. As you run, keep your arms and hands...
