Important points to take care of, before starting a running routine.

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Confirm readiness to start running to avoid injury, especially if over 50 or with pre-existing health conditions.

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Monitor heart rate and time runs to assess fitness level before starting a running routine.

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Effective running requires setting clear goals and devising a plan of action accordingly.

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To develop a sustainable running strategy, start gradually and include a proper warm-up routine to prevent injury.

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Pay attention to your body's signals when starting a running routine to avoid injuries and health issues.

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After a run, gradually lower your pace over 5-10 minutes to cool down, helping your body recover and smoothly transition to a resting state.

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To prevent burnout and injury, it's important to incorporate rest days into your running routine and give your body the proper time to rest and recover.

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To establish running as a habit, create a routine and cue that triggers the behavior, such as setting a reminder to go for a run.

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To avoid injury, it's important to start your running routine slowly and gradually increase the intensity as you become more comfortable with the exercise

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To prevent injury and prepare your body for exercise, it's important to properly warm up before and cool down after running.

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