I acquired a friend at one time or another and this friend would always tell me how he ran a marathon. I was very impressed to say the least; I have the utmost respect for anyone who can run a marathon. After asking a few questions, it came to light that this "marathon" was actually a 10k race. That is still no small feat, and I was still impressed, just to a lesser extent.
Maybe he just incorrectly categorized it, or maybe he wasn't much of a runner and any longer race was like a marathon to him. The time and effort put into how to training for a 10k probably made it seem like a marathon for sure. There are many people in that exact situation I would think. You want to take up running, and train for a longer race, but any race over a mile seems like a marathon to you. If that is the case then let's take a look at a few key points to keep in mind as you start looking into how to training for a 10k.
Consistent Training
You probably think that all the elite runners train for hours every day. A few do, but not many, and the ones who do, don't stick around too long. The best runners implement proper rest and recovery into their programs. There really isn't a valid reason to run every day, as your body needs to get stronger for the next run. New runners should aim to run consistently, without running every day. Just what "consistently" means will vary from person to person. Starting out with 2 or 3 times a week at a maximum of 20 minutes is a good start, and then just builds up from there. Your body will tell you when you are ready for more.
Keep it in Moderation
The biggest mistake runners make in how to training for a 10k is trying to do too much right from the start. Many people who are just starting to run feel as though they have to make up for lost time by running long distances in the beginning. That is a huge mistake, and is bound to end up in a trip to the doctor. In the beginning, less is better than more. That may sound strange, but if you stick to that, then you have a good chance of reaching your goals. Being ambitious is great, but not to the point where it is foolhardy. There is no "cookie-cutter" way for how to training for a 10k. Run what you can each day until it feels comfortable and then run a bit further. Your body will be your personal trainer, and will tell you exactly when you are ready to step things up.
About the Author
Alwin Smith is a fitness trainer, which may provide you guidance while your training. You can attain more information about training for a 10k, by logging to this site, www.10ktraining.net. 2007 Orrington 10k Run
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