3 Running Mistakes to Stop Doing Now

If you’re a running enthusiast, and especially if you’re a beginner in this activity, you sometimes wonder if you are doing any mistakes and if you should improve something in particular.
My experience in running has a lot of mistakes and I’ve managed to find the useful tips to fix them, even if I sometimes discovered them the hard way.
It can be the case for you, as well. Or you can do a bit of research, ask some experts, and be prepared for your next flawless run. OK, maybe I’m exaggerating a bit — nobody’s perfect. But at least you can reduce the number of mistakes to a minimum. And we’re here to help you achieve that.
So we did this research for you, talked with some expert runners, and we selected 3 mistakes that people do when they run. And you should fix them as soon as possible. It’s crucial for an efficient workout, you’ll see for yourself!
Ready?
1. Starting too fast
The first minutes of running can sometimes feel super exciting. You feel you are energized and you think you could keep up like this all day long. What you’re only doing is getting closer to an early meltdown.
Ideally, you should be able to identify your ideal pace and to try sticking to it at the beginning of each workout, even if it seems you can do more. You definitely want to do more, and by that I mean a productive run and the desired number of laps. You can also use a pulse watch with a heart rate monitor, which will help you run within the same pulse range.
2. Skipping the warm-up
Going straight for a run without properly warming-up can lead to muscle injuries and low performance during your workout. This is one of the mistakes that people often make, and it can cause low flexibility throughout the workout.
Make sure you pay attention to your warm-up exercises and include this important routine before every running session. You should also try to do some dynamic warm-up exercises that will boost your body and prepare it for the workout. And you can also consider some stretching exercises after you run.
3. Incorrect posture
Running with a poor posture means slouching or leaning too forward, or even too backward. This can cause an improper foot striking which can affect your heels and ankles.
Make sure you find your proper stride and try standing tall with your back, slightly leaning forward. This can be achieved by exercising and testing out on some short intervals to see what suits you best and fells right.
Now you’re all set for your next improved running session. Keep up with the running routine, but also make sure you do it properly. You don’t want to just run in any way. You want your workout to be as effective and correct as possible, so it’s important to pay attention.
Originally published at Urban Active Sports.
