Running to lose weight is one of the best ways to lose weight, mainly because you don't need specialized apparatus. You can run indoors in a gym if the weather is bad, and outdoors if there is good weather. You don't need other people to run with, but if you have friends who tend to run at the same speed, then you can run with them. This can work even if you run at different velocities. I once had a girlfriend who did a lot of running. When she'd run with me she ran around me in circles like a puppy dog.
Before and After Running to lose Weight
There is only one drawback to running. It is so easy to do that you can exceed your limits. I have never heard of any individual hurting themselves by doing too many push-ups, but with running you can overdo it. So take precautions to keep away from injures. Don't be like some runners and get so preoccupied with your times that you run right into cars, bikes or pedestrians. Drink water before you run, and take some with you on longer runs, especially outdoors in hot climates. Make sure you warm up adequately and stretch and warm down gradually when you are done running. As with any workout program, it is a good idea to get a detailed check-up and some guidance from your local doctor before you start.
Don't push yourself so hard that you injure your knee and sideline yourself for a few days. This will only retard your progress. Although ordinary running by itself should be enough for weight loss (unless you are counteracting it with a truly frightful diet),you may want to add in some wind sprints after you have been running a few weeks to increase your overall fitness level.
For most people running to lose weight alone may not be enough. A combination of running,other exercises and dieting usually gets the job done.
For most people running to lose weight alone may not be enough. A combination of running,other exercises and dieting usually gets the job done.
