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How to Overcome Resistance to Running
Running is one of the most effective ways to improve overall fitness and health, but what if you can’t get yourself to actually do it?
Every time I climbed more than two flights of stairs, I felt like I’d run a marathon. It was ridiculous just how unfit I was. It wasn’t surprising, since I spent all day, every day, sitting in front of a computer — which I loved. But, I really, really wanted to get healthier, fitter, and stronger.
I started a running program recommended by a friend who had experienced immense success with it, and who was now running every day. I was excited. I started the program… four times, over the course of six years in all, and never got further than week five.
Now, I run for 30 minutes, three times a week (and have been doing so for three months) — and I’m loving it!
No more procrastination, no more excuses, and no more forcing myself to run when I’m dreading it.
How did I do it? By using a set of tactics I developed in the course of all those times I failed to get further than week 5. Here’s what I learned, and the specific steps you can take to succeed even more quickly than I eventually did!