Do you look at distance runners with envy? Wish you too could run 10km? You can \u2013 and don\u2019t need a personal trainer to help you. Read on to find out more.<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0Invest in a good pair of running shoes<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019ve never run before, then you\u2019ve never experienced the pain of runners\u2019 injuries (shin splints <\/a>and torn ligaments). You can prevent these sorts of injuries by wearing shoes <\/a>designed specifically for running and that will offer you protection and comfort. However, buying the right pair of running\u00a0shoes is critical. After all, no two runners\u2019 feet strike the ground and move through the running gait, in the same way.<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0Enter a 10km race or fun run to cement your goals<\/strong><\/p>\n By entering a race (even a non-competitive one), you\u2019re making a commitment. This will keep you motivated <\/a>and on track. Plus, it gives you a timeline for your training – you can\u2019t take it too easy if you know you only have a month until race day, for example.<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0Find a training programme that suits you<\/strong><\/p>\n You may be a raw beginner, with zero running experience. Perhaps you\u2019re comfortable with a 5km trot and are looking for a new challenge. Possibly you have the time to run and train every day, or maybe you can only train four times a week. These are just a few of the considerations that will inform the kind of programme you should look for. There are loads of programmes available online, for example, and in running magazines.<\/p>\n You can also design your own programme. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0Join a running club 5.\u00a0Drop a kilo or two to save your knees<\/strong><\/p>\n Running is a high-impact sport and while 10km isn\u2019t technically considered an endurance distance, it\u2019s still pretty long. Losing one or two kilos means you don\u2019t have to work as hard, physically, to make the distance more easily. Plus, it reduces the impact stress on joints.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re already pretty good at running, but you\u2019d like to help more people find joy in running, sign up for Trifocus Fitness Academy\u2019s Comprehensive Personal Trainer Certification<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
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\nSocial running clubs are a great place for you to get your training done! Surrounding yourself with like-minded runners means you\u2019re more likely to stay motivated and meet your goals. Plus, you\u2019ll get advice and support from more seasoned runners.<\/p>\n