Your Running Partner May Be Hurting You

It’s always fun and even motivating to run with some you love, or at least like. Although, if that person is not of the same fitness level as you, the faster one may get the slower one to run longer and farther, than they are capable of and this may cause an injury based on running too far, too fast, too soon.

Sometimes this happens with boyfriends/girlfriends, husbands/wifes when one is faster the other wants to keep up. Sometimes, love relationships are more competitive. Even amongst friends, a competitive attitude develops and the slower one is doing more than they should be.


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If you find that you are having trouble keeping up with a running partner, talk to them about it and don’t let the competitive attitude affect you. You can still start off the run at the same time, but don’t worry if you can’t keep up, or run as far.

If you are the faster one, encourage your running partner, but don’t make them feel ashamed for being so slow, or not running as far.

Remember, if you are experiencing pain, see a doctor as soon as possible.

And, if you are thinking about or have given up running because of pain or fear of injuries, give my course a try. You can order here: http://www.runningtough.com/order.html.

Thanks,

Jerry Hopkins
Author of “How to Run Like a Deer Forever”
jerry@runningtough.com
http://www.runningtough.com

This blog is for educational purposes only. Always consult your own personal doctor for medical advice and follow it even it contradicts what is said in this email.

Copyright 2005

Jerry Hopkins
Hopkins Business Services, Inc.
5314 Yosemite Dr.
Medina, OH 44256
1-866-316-7988

Stepping Out

Beginners frequently ask me how to get started with running. A lot of them are out of shape and over weight. They are afraid of going outside and embarrassed to be seen amongst the "lean and muscular" runners.

It's easy to tell them to just go do it and to not care how you look. But, that is harder said than done. So, here are some tips to get you to step out the door.

If you are really worried about it, and can afford it, buy a treadmill. You can then run in the privacy of your own home.

If you can't do that, start off by walking, which you should be doing to start off anyway.

You can also go at off hours. I usually find evenings are when the trails are most empty. Mornings and mid-day are when most people are on the trails.

Find a trail or place to jog that isn't as popular or crowded.

Start my exercise program before you start to run. You can do it inside the piracy of your home, and you don't need any special equipment. Plus, it will help to get your body in condition to handle the stresses of running.

If you are one of these people, take my advice.

If you are one of the "lean and muscular" runners, try to encourage a beginner if you see them on a trail.

Remember, if you are experiencing pain, see a doctor as soon as possible.

And, if you are thinking about or have given up running because of pain or fear of injuries, give my course a try. You can order here: http://www.runningtough.com/order.html.

Thanks,

Jerry Hopkins
Author of “How to Run Like a Deer Forever”
jerry@runningtough.com
http://www.runningtough.com

This blog is for educational purposes only. Always consult your own personal doctor for medical advice and follow it even it contradicts what is said in this email.

Copyright 2005

Jerry Hopkins
Hopkins Business Services, Inc.
5314 Yosemite Dr.
Medina, OH 44256
1-866-316-7988

Knock Your Socks Off

You might be expecting this email to knock your socks off, but I want you to take off your shoes and socks. No, not because I have a foot fetish. But, because your feet need to be exercised.

In my course, "How To Run Like A Deer, Forever" you will see me doing exercises in my socks. Why is this? It's because your feet need to be strengthened. Shoes do help to protect our feet from hazards, like glass, hot pavement, dirt and mud, etc.. But, by wearing shoes, we depend on the structure of the shoe to support our feet. This makes for our feet to become weak. So, it is good to take off your shoes and socks as much as you can to exercise your feet.

Just by going barefoot around the house you can strengthen your feet. And, as I already stated, if you can you should exercise in your bare feet, or at least socks. This might not be possible if you work out in a public gym. So, you should do some kind of exercise for your feet, then.


What about running barefoot?
There are a few people around that do run in their feet. Although, it would take a while for someone to get their feet into a condition to always run in their bare feet, it still something you should try on a limited basis. It doesn’t mean that you have to throw away your running shoes, because they can still provide assistance with running, and protection from ground hazards.

In addition to working out barefoot, I do recommend doing some running or walking barefoot. You can start by running in the grass or on sand. Be careful where you do this so you don’t step on any glass, or rocks, or sticks. It’s a good idea to check the area while wearing shoes, first.

Like everything else, start slowly. You will be surprised at how “weak” your feet might be. So, don’t go out and run 5 miles right off the bat in your bare feet. But, who knows maybe you will find yourself running around barefoot like a child again.


Remember, if you are experiencing pain, see a doctor as soon as possible.

And, if you are thinking about or have given up running because of pain or fear of injuries, give my course a try. You can order here: http://www.runningtough.com/order.html.

Thanks,

Jerry Hopkins
Author of “How to Run Like a Deer Forever”
jerry@runningtough.com
http://www.runningtough.com

This blog is for educational purposes only. Always consult your own personal doctor for medical advice and follow it even it contradicts what is said in this email.

Copyright 2005

Jerry Hopkins
Hopkins Business Services, Inc.
5314 Yosemite Dr.
Medina, OH 44256
1-866-316-7988

No Pain, No Gain

I got a curious email the other day from someone who lives by the rule of “No Pain, No Gain”. They stated that they run with pain and it is a good thing and how dare I teach people to learn to run without any pain.

I think this person is confused on the kind of pain that we are talking about. Yes, it can be a good thing to push yourself and feel a burn at times when you run. That’s not the kind of pain I am talking about.

I’m talking about the kind of pain that you get from an overuse injury, or some other kind of injury from running. Even experienced runners fall into the trap of running with this kind of pain.

One reason is, yes we love to run and no bit of pain in your knee is going to stop you. I know, I have been there. Problem is if you don’t pay attention to this kind of pain, then it may get worse, and you could be looking at not running for a long time.

So, you need to evaluate the pain. It’s normal to feel some pain from straining yourself during or after a run. And, it can be normal to feel sore after a long run. I’m not talking about that kind of pain.

If you get the kind of pain that might feel like an injury or an overuse injury, then stop running and make an appointment to see a doctor. Try ask yourself these questions, which might help the doctor evaluate your injury.

Is the pain temporary or does it last for your whole run? Do you always get the pain in the same place? Does it last for more than a day after a run? Does it get better or worse as you run?

This isn’t a complete list, but should give you an idea about what to tell the doctor.

I know the saying, “No Pain, No Gain” is a bit of a cliché these days, and it can be the right philosophy to follow when trying to improve yourself, but don’t apply it to overuse injuries.


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Remember, if you are experiencing pain, see a doctor as soon as possible.

And, if you are thinking about or have given up running because of pain or fear of injuries, give my course a try. You can order here: http://www.runningtough.com/order.html.

Thanks,

Jerry Hopkins
Author of “How to Run Like a Deer Forever”
jerry@runningtough.com
http://www.runningtough.com

This blog is for educational purposes only. Always consult your own personal doctor for medical advice and follow it even it contradicts what is said in this email.

Copyright 2005

Jerry Hopkins
Hopkins Business Services, Inc.
5314 Yosemite Dr.
Medina, OH 44256
1-866-316-7988