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Running .. and fitnesss...
Is it better to start running and working your way up to a half mile, then a mile, and so forth and so on?
Because our teacher is making us run a half mile, and none of us basicly were prepared for that, EVEN though its only a half mile, its 8 laps about in our gym. And he didnt even have us practice running, like start with 3 laps, and go to 5 ... he just made us run 8 right away.
And its absolutely horrible and so hard!
What do you think about this,
wouldnt it be better if you gradually worked your way up to a half mile, then mile..?
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Hey. Yes it Would definitely be easier to start running at a slower pace or with less laps and then work your way up. That's why a lot of people are good at running. They start practicing and then add a little more running to their day each step of the way. I know this is what one of my friends did and now she's one of the fastest on the team and could probably run 6 miles a day =). Of course this took years but still. I would just try practicing on your own at home so that it will be easier for you and much less tiring. I wouldn't complain to the teacher because he'll just be angry you're contradicting his methods (which I know is wrong) and won't change his ways. Unless I'm totally wrong and he's a really nice guy than I would definitely try talking to him about it. I really hope this helped and good luck! =)
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Absolutely- it's what is called Pyramiding. Starting lower and gradually going up. The same principle applies to weightlifting- you start out with a fairly light weight and work yourself up to a heavier weight in the set.
He should be warming everyone up with some lighter jogs then working up to the greater distances. Especially if most of the class aren't runners to begin with.
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