Question of the Day

There are many ways you can add cardiovascular exercise to your workout schedule. Running is only one of them. While running is a great activity that burns a lot of calories, it's not for everyone. There are several factors that will determine how much you should run.


The question to ask yourself is why you want to run and what your schedule is like.

For example, if you are running to burn fat, there are several options. Long, slow runs are great for burning calories if you have the time. If your schedule is tight, however, short, intense runs may be the answer. If, on the other hand, you are training for an endurance event, then you must make the longer runs part of your schedule to improve endurance.

The true key is success is to start out slow and gradually increase your distance and pace. Don't add to much, too soon, or you risk suffering injury.

Here are a few articles to help you get started:

» Avoid the Dreadmill
» Running the Bases
» Maximum Cardio

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