As people look for an outlet to exercise and escape the confines of self-isolation at home, running has seen a boom during the coronavirus pandemic
"Right now, when the sun comes out, every path, park, and neighborhood is crowded with runners," Brooklyn Track Club Women's Performance Team running coach Kate Gustafson told CNN."I live in Brooklyn Heights, and I've never seen so many people out running through Brooklyn Bridge Park at all hours of the day."
"It feels very hopeful when there is a lot of fear and anxiety going on — to see people getting out and moving their bodies." With states, including New York and California mandating shelter-in-place orders, running is one of the few physical activities you can safely practice while getting some fresh air outside. All you need is a pair of shoes, and you can easily get your sweat on."Start today, start small, and don't worry too much about the numbers/metrics right now," Zapotechne said.
"Be patient with yourself," said Gustafson."Maybe you think you should be able to run 3 miles straight without any breaks, but you're struggling to run continuously for 5 minutes — that's okay. Now is not the time to set unrealistic goals. Start with manageable, bite-sized workouts like 10 x 1 minutes of easy running, 1 minute of brisk walking; and work your way up from there. Choose a route that inspires you.
There is also a thriving virtual community online along with virtual training programs, apps, tips, and helpful websites that you can easily tap into from the safety of your own home.With spring bringing warmer weather across the US, expect to see even more runners outside. Paths and trails are becoming increasingly more crowded with the recent uptick in runners.
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