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The hardest step is that first one out the door. Focus on that, and you're money. Get your daily run to be as much a part of your routine as brushing your teeth.
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The willpower will come if you stick to it. You will challenge yourself as you progress. This challenge will give you the willpower. I remember when I first started running, I would tell myself that my next run is going to be 1/4 miles further. This forced me to go out and reach that goal. At the time, I set goals for the next run. Now, I set goals for a few months out. For example, setting a goal to run a certain race. This gives me the willpower to go out and train.
Good luck and welcome to the world of running!
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Take it slow. Gradually increase miles over time. There is no rush. If you increase too fast, you risk injuries and you may get discouraged. If this happens, it's no longer fun. If you start to experience some pains like shin splints or whatever, go to a running shoe store and get fitted for proper shoes. The willpower will come if you stick to it. You will challenge yourself as you progress. This challenge will give you the willpower. I remember when I first started running, I would tell myself that my next run is going to be 1/4 miles further. This forced me to go out and reach that goal. At the time, I set goals for the next run. Now, I set goals for a few months out. For example, setting a goal to run a certain race. This gives me the willpower to go out and train. Good luck and welcome to the world of running!
+1 Take it slow and have a long range goal (s).
Hey I'm new, not only to the site but to running in general. I'm not worried about finding the inspiration TO run, because the sense of accomplishment I get after my run is enough for me, however, what I AM worried about is not being able to find the willpower to do it as often as I want to. Although that sense of accomplishment should be enough to keep me going, what kind of tips can you give to me? Help is much-ly appreciated!
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YEP - and don't sweat all the running mumbo-jumbo. Just run easy and make sure you're enjoying it..the rest will pretty much take care of its self........
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+1 If you keep at it, you will love to run. Trust me.
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