Training Programs

Running Surfaces To help you out in choosing where to run, here are the different running surfaces you can choose from, including their advantages and drawbacks. This section contains an overview about the different running surfaces such as grass, cement, sand, dirt, trails, snow, among others. Keeping a Training Log You would probably wonder why you would need to have a Training Log. Here are some reasons why you should keep a training log and what to write in it. Also included here is what a training log should look like and its contents. Training Schedule This section provides an example of a training schedule for beginners like you. We hope that it would serve as your reference. Feel free to modify or training log example according to your schedule, especially if you have a busy one. Running for Weight Loss Running is a good way to use up energy and it uses about 100 calories per mile. If you run four days a week, for three miles (4.8km) per session, you will approximately burn 1,200 extra calories that week. This is why running is one of the top work-out choices for those who want to lose weight. Running Motivation For many athletes, mental preparation is as important as physical training. They develop routines that help them focus their minds and block out distractions. If you've been wanting to improve your performance, you might want to consider the following psychological tools into your training.