From Couch To 5K In The New Year For Beginners

It is the easiest thing in the world to make that resolution, but much tougher to keep to it. Nothing is more frequently heard than thosethat say they are going to get fit this year– and this time they really mean it! The excuses come a little later. In 2025 the beginning of the year has been extremely cold and dragging yourself out of bed on a Saturday morning to go on that Park Run is a challenge in itself! With the continued snow on the ground and the hard frost, some runs are understandably cancelled for safety reasons. One week missed out puts up even more mental barriers to getting back into your stride next week. In your head it would seem so much easier to  start your get-fit programme in the warmer weather, “may wait a month or two” Is a thought that pops into your brain.

Be early at the venue to warm up

But if you are still willing and able to carry on, then one brief word of warning about looking after your body on those cold starts. A sports massage at this Northern Quarter massage centreas part of your new regime will loosen your muscles and get you in the right frame of mindand address any strains you may pickup along the way. Just as your Manchester massage therapist will tell you, it is essential to warm up before you start the run, so it’s always good to get there early, a thorough warm-up and some stretches will pay off. If it’s your first time, it is also reassuring to listen to the briefing session for new runners. One of the most important things is to pace yourself! You have nothing to prove to anyone except yourself. So don’t go out to impress by starting off too fast, rather find a comfortable pace and get your body used to the rhythm. It is not a race as such, it is about whatever you want it to be – a walk, a jog, so you set your own pace.You can gradually increase your goals as time goes by.

Be prepared with appropriate clothing and fuel!

If you are wondering what to wear, then it really doesn’t matter as long as you are in something comfortable, preferably breathable clothing and the most important item of all – well-fitting shoes. Good running shoes or trainers will minimise the chance of blisters. If you are persevering this January and February when the weathe ris extremely cold, then wear more layers, including a hat, and gloves. Before you set off eat a light breakfast, something that is easily digestible such as banana, or toast with a good layer of peanut butter, AND ALWAYS, keep well hydrated before, during, and after your run.

The effect a sports massage will have in your achievement

If this is the start of your desire to get fit, then be ready to feel stiff afterwards. You are now using muscles that may have been allowed to get a little lazy recently. The serious runners schedule their Manchester sports massages in line with training and events, but you may well find that if you book a sports Massage, Manchester novice runners like you will appreciate the restorative effect of this treatment. For the best Sports Massage near Manchester which is accessible to all wannabee fitness fans because of its convenient location, get down to Manchester Massage and it will help you achieve your aims.

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