Free Workout Routines
+ Running
Running is a great way to get and stay in shape.
There is more than one way to go for a run. There is the ever popular jog, which consists of, well, jogging. But here are the other types of running that might be a little more exciting, and will get you in far better shape than jogging.
1. Running: Running consists of just going out and doing whatever you feel, whether that be a slow 3 miles or a fast mile.
2. Interval training: Interval training consists of running various distances back to back, with rest in between each distance. Usually, these are done on a track. Go to the
interval training page
for specific interval workouts.
3. Fartleks: A great way to get your legs stronger and faster, and ultimately get you into great shape. Basically, running a fartlek is like running intervals. The only difference is that instead of running a certain distance, you run for a preset amount of time. Go to the
fartlek page
for specific fartlek workouts.
4. Hard runs: Yep, a hard run is exactly what it sounds like. Just pick days during the week (or just one day) to do a hard run. It does not even have to be that long. How far you run for a hard run also depends on you. If you are in the best shape of your life, and you feel like running 10 miles, then go ahead and run 10 miles. If not, then just do a mile or two. OR a hard run can be a long run at a slower pace. Go to the
hard runs
page for specific workouts.
5. Easy runs: Yep, just what it sounds like. Easy runs are usually the day after a fartlek, intervals, or a hard run. An easy run is just a way to let your legs rest without taking a day off. Go to the
easy runs
page for specific workouts.
6. Warm up/ cool down: Again, just what they sound like. Before you go on any run, you should go on a warm up. This just consists of a slow run or jog, lasting anywhere form 3 to 5 minutes (you can warm-up for longer, especially if you are going on a longer and/or harder run). A cool down is just another short run after your main workout. The purpose of a cool down is to slowly bring your body back to normal after a run. Without a cool down, your more likely to get sore.
7. Racing: Racing can be a great way to get more involved in your running. It can also help motivate you in your training. This way, when you go for a run, your going on a run to get faster for your next race. A race can be anything from a one mile fun run to a marathon. Check out runnersworld.com for a race near you.
8. Tempo runs: Tempo runs are simply runs that are close to the same distance as the race you are training for, only a little slower than you would run for your race. A tempo run is a great way to get the juices flowing, and to see what it is like to run close to your race pace. Go to the
tempos page for specific workouts.
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