We share your desire to bring out the best in yourself. But are you taking the appropriate safeguards? Exercising your body to the point where it can no longer protect itself from injury might result in a muscle tear that is difficult to recover from. I believe that making gradual development is more significant than breaking records in a single sprint.
However, we have your back jack. Here are ten frequent errors that runners make that you should avoid.
1. Incorrect footwear
Stepping into the wrong running shoes is one of the biggest blunders you can make. One of the causes of unexpected injuries is wearing worn
running shoes.
We recommend that you:
Choose a well-known athletic brand that can meet your running requirements.
Because most
running shoes have a lifespan of 300 to 500 miles, make sure you discard the ones that are worn out.
Get your shoe size accurately measured. Rather than following the crowd, it's better to focus on your comfort and jogging form.
2. Being overly harsh on yourself on days when you're recovering
Don't push yourself too hard on your recovery days just because you feel marginally better. Recovery allows you to recover your muscles while also adapting and improving day by day. We frequently fail to give our bodies enough time to recover, resulting in further long-term problems.
We recommend that you:
Choose easy-effort workouts over your regular routine because putting your body through exertion and pressure is harmful.
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3. Exhaustion!
It's not always a good idea to be overly enthusiastic. Beginners are more likely to experience this.
We recommend that you:
Give yourself a break and gradually increase your distance.
Take your time.
If you're new to running, begin by
walking and gradually work your way up to running.
Pay attention to your body for warning signs because you know it best, so don't overwork it in the beginning.
Every week, it's critical to take at least one day off from exercise.
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4. Incorrect Body Posture
One of the most common errors made by runners is adopting incorrect body positions. You're inviting muscle problems if you're slouching, failing to breathe through your nose, or swinging your arms while running.
We recommend that you:
Keep your hands at waist level at all times.
Brush your hands lightly on your hips to make running easier.
5. Failure to stay hydrated
It's critical to stay hydrated while exercising. Drinking too little water is bad for your health and inhibits your functioning. Your body should have enough fluids (water or non-caffeinated) to assist you.
We recommend that you:
4 to 8 ounces of water should suffice before you begin.
6 to 8 ounces of water every 20 minutes is plenty for fast runners.
4 to 6 ounces every 20 minutes is plenty for slow runners.
6. Underestimating your Speed
We are always aware of our jogging pace thanks to technology. However, your speed may appear to be easy and pleasant on some days, and this may be an illusion. On days when our bodies are not prepared, we tend to misread our pace and run too fast. Pushing yourself too hard without knowing your body might lead to significant injury.
We recommend that you:
Maintain your normal pace.
Gradually increase the distance you run each day.
7. Experimenting with New Sports Gear on Race Day Experimenting with new sports gear on race day can quickly backfire. Not only are blisters a possibility, but they can also be uncomfortable.
We recommend that you:For at least two to three weeks, train in the shoes and clothes you'll be wearing throughout the event.
8. Forgetting to Eat or Drink After Your Run
While most of us place a high priority on remaining hydrated after strenuous exercises like running, post-run meals or snacks must also be included on a regular basis. Why? Exercise essentially rips apart old muscles in order to rebuild new functional ones. And the body requires proper nutrients to help it work properly during this remodelling process. As a result, post-exercise meals are critical in helping us restore our bodies after a workout. After all, we don't want our efforts to be in vain.
When it comes to the body of a runner, it requires special nutrition after each run in order to recover and prepare for the next. This is especially critical during periods of high-intensity training, such as preseason or major competitions.
9. Ignoring Core Workouts
While running will help you build stamina, you should also include some core exercises in your regular practise. Planks and crunches are two exercises that help muscles operate efficiently. They also improve the stability of the torso. Aside from that, they aid in tummy tightening and flattening. These exercises also aid in weight distribution, force absorption and transfer, and pulmonary function improvement.
10. Striking with the heels
Many runners prefer to strike the ground with their heels first when running, which is known as heel striking. However, it is widely believed that striking the ground with the forefoot rather than the heel can lessen the amount of knee injuries.