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Top 10 rules of training
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Top 10 rules of training
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Build up slowly
Don’t be tempted to do too much too soon. Even though you might feel that you just want to get into your training in a big way from day one, make sure that you stick to your plan and start slowly. If you don’t then you are very likely to get injured.
Get into a routine
Build your Bupa Great Capital Run training into your way of life, just like you go to work and have dinner when you get back. What we don’t mean is do the same distance session all the time. If you do that then you won’t make any progress.
Go your own way
Training with a partner suits some people more than others. There are advantages but there are also disadvantages. You may well find it better to do your own thing, especially in the early days. One of the problems of training with others is that you lose heart if you can’t keep up or don’t make as much progress as they do.
Don’t waiver
Believe in yourself and don’t give up. There will be plenty of times when you doubt your ability to follow your plan and achieve your goals. Don’t lose sight of your Bupa Great Capital Run goal and keep at it. We all have bad days but don’t let them affect your overall programme.
The right fuel
Training regularly places additional demands on the body, and that includes nutritional demands. The food you eat when you are particularly active is of utmost importance. You need to fuel your body with the right, nutritious and balanced diet to provide it with all the essential nutrients it requires to enable you to perform at your best. This will in turn help you to get more out of your training programme. Additionally it will increase your energy levels and let you train harder and for longer.
Anything letting you down?
If you’re aware there is something letting you down then work on it. Don’t let a weakness bring down your Bupa Great Capital Run training. Deal with it as soon as you identify it.
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