Oh No You Didn’t!: Common Running Mistakes
Running is hard enough, but add the following combinations into the mix and prepare for the worst to take a toll on your mind, body and goals.
Everybody makes mistakes, the best way to approach your running mishaps is to determine what you are doing and know how to fix it.
Here are some of the most common running mistakes..
Sad Shoe Story: Wearing old running shoes, or even the wrong type of running shoes can lead to injuries galore. Go to a specialty running store to evaluate your foot type and running styles. They can determine whether you’re an overpronator, underpronator or neutral runner, this will lead to the perfect shoe recommendations. Always, always make sure to replace running shoes every 300 to 350 miles.
Terrible Too’s: Too much. Too Fast. Too soon. More is not better when it comes to running, especially if you haven’t been training. Pushing yourself to your limits is great in most cases, but in running it will only lead to injury. Be conservative and know what you can and cannot handle. Don’t be afraid to walk if you are just beginning to get into the routine. Pay attention to every ache and pain, listen to your body, if your arch feels like it might snap in two then stop! Give yourself a rest day every now and then, at least once a week!
Oh No Overstride: Overstriding, otherwise known as landing with your heel first can be bad news for your pace. This is a great way to waste valuable energy. Try not to lunge forward with your feet and focus on landing mid-sole with your foot directly underneath your body.
Downhill Don’ts: My favorite part. Downhill. With downhill comes the urge to lean forward, overstride and let the hill take control. Guess what? That’s a big no, no! Lean slightly forward and take quick, short strides. Do not do the opposite and lean back to brake yourself.
Drink Up: Don’t underestimate how much water you lose while running. Worried you are going to get a side stitch if you drink to much water? Well don’t. Dehydration is terrible for your performance and overall well-being. Pay close attention to how much you drink before, during and after running. An hour before running, try to drink 16 -24 oz. of water. Take in 6 -8 oz. every 20 minutes while running. Don’t forget to rehydrate afterwards!
Urban Girl Fitness Quote of the Day:
Running is one of the best solutions to clear the mind. ~Sasha Azevedo
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