Remember that running isn't a magic bullet for weight loss.
, added that"running is an excellent addition to your overall fitness routine because it strengthens your cardiovascular system, and depending on your intensity, running expands both your aerobic and anaerobic capacity."
Here's some additional good news: being a beginner may actually help you burn more calories."The newer you are to something, the less mechanically efficient you are at it, meaning the more you'll be working to run that mile," Helming said.If you're new to running, you're not likely to get off the couch and immediately run a 5K. For beginners, Thornhill suggests tryingto build consistency before you increase the intensity and duration of your runs.
"Many people start running because they want to get fit. But often, they aren't fit enough to run without injury or burnout. And there's nothing more discouraging than starting a program only to drop out a few weeks in," Helming said."The key to any fitness and weight loss goal lies not in any individual exercise or session. It lies in your ability to keep showing up, day after day, week after week, and banking a whole heap of them.
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