27th April 2017. When you think of the word exercise, what activities come to mind immediately? For many people, the answer will likely be jogging. Running is the stereotypical activity we can easily imagine anyone doing. With the growing popularity of fun runs and marathon races, running continues to grow in public visibility. Have you ever considered running for fitness? Many people think of running as something they "hate" ? but it doesn't have to be that way. Though it can be tough to acclimatise at the beginning of a running regimen, many come to love the challenges it offers and the benefits they gain. With that said, where should you begin if you want to tackle this sport for yourself? How many times a week should you go out running? How far should you go during each session? These are the types of questions everyone has when they first start. There are other decisions to make, too. To be successful in your efforts, you'll need to figure out the answers for yourself. However, we can help you arrive at those answers. Let's now consider the various aspects of running for fitness and how you can make it work for your body.
How often should you run for the best fitness effects?
Finding the motivation to tie up your shoelaces and head out on a run can be one of the most challenging tasks you face each day. However, it's important to run more than once or even twice a week if you want to see actual improvements. Most beginners wonder what kind of running frequency they should observe. There is a simple answer: you should run three times a week at an absolute minimum. On the days you don't run, replace that activity with another exercise. We'll talk more about how to do that later. Three is the minimum because there are three types of running for fitness; it's important for you to include at least one of each during every week. Otherwise, you will develop irregularly or put yourself at