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Running for Weight Loss

Running is a great way to lose weight, but did you know that running at 10 mph can burn almost 1000 calories per hour? That makes it one of the most efficient ways to rid yourself of excess calories and burn body fat. No wonder why runners tend to be so thin. Before you get started you must remember that if you’re serious about starting a running program, you need to do it correctly. Here are just a few tips to help you safely start a running program to lose weight.

Instead of cutting calories, adjust what kind of calories you eat. Your body needs fuel and burning 100's of extra calories in a day, it needs good fuel. If you don’t eat enough, your body will not only cut into your fat reserves, but your muscle mass as well. Try to get about half your calories from carbohydrates; including fresh fruits and whole grains. Try to make lean protein about a third of your diet. You can do this by mixing fresh nuts in with your meals, but watch the excess sodium. You should also get an adequate supply of good fats. Your body can feed of your reserves but it still needs a fresh supply to function properly.

When you’re ready to run, be sure to warm up. You should not only stretch, but also walk some before you start your run. This loosens your muscles and reduces the chances of an injury. Cooling down and stretching after your run is very important as well. You want to keep your muscles limber instead of having them ball up and cramp. If you do get an injury, remember to take it easy. You may be tempted to run through the pain, but pain is our body’s way of telling us something is wrong. Some soreness is normal when you first start running, but if you have an actual injury, you should take it easy for a few days and allow yourself to heal. If you do have an injury, ice it and contact your physician if it hasn't gotten better within a couple of days. You do not want to make the injury worse by working through the pain.

If you’re just starting a running program, or you’ve been inactive for a long period of time, you should gradually ease yourself into running. Start slow; eventually, you can build up to running longer distances at faster speeds. You’ll eventually want to run as fast and as far as you can to burn the largest amount of fat. Only you will be able to know how far that is. Set some race goals for yourself and you never know, you could be up to marathons one day.

These are just a few steps to get you started on your road to a happier healthier lifestyle. Good luck and happy running!

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