Begin a 30-minute interval running program.
Do you want to challenge yourself to a manageable and effective running workout? Running, even at an easy pace, is an excellent way to get in shape and stay in shape. An interval program is great for beginners who want to run but don't know get started. It is also great for short-distance runners who are stuck in a rut and need something new to challenge them. Interval training begins with a low-intensity warm-up then alternates between high-intensity bursts and low-intensity recovery periods.
Instructions
1. Begin by walking at a regular pace for 2 minutes.
2. Increase your pace for 2 more minutes. This pace should cause your heart rate to increase slightly as well as your breathing rate.
3. Increase your pace for 1 more minute and begin to mentally prepare for a 1 minute jog.
4. Jog at a comfortable pace for 1 minute then slow down to a fast pace walk for 1 minute. Repeat this three times. At the end of the final recovery period, you should be finishing minute 11.
5. As minute 12 begins, return to a comfortable jog for 1 minute, 30 seconds and recover for 1 minute. Repeat this one more time. At the end of this segment you should be finishing minute 16.
6. As minute 16 begins, return to a comfortable jog for 2 minutes and recover for 2 minutes. Repeat this two more times and use the remaining 2 minutes for a cool down.
7. Finish your interval workout with a light stretch of your calves, hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes and lower back.
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