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[saintslax020]

mi lax season is starting in a few weeks, and i need to get into better shape...im about 5'7 170 pretty much muscle but running is terrible for me and i hate doing it....so i try to not do it...that hurts me....tell me how to increase mi stanima but makin it more interesting or something of another sort

[mustang_lax]

dude if you dont like running lacrosse isnt the sport for you....

[saintslax020]

not nesesarily i am able to i just dont like to for the hell of it..i can do it in a game or ne thing but i dont enjoy leisure runs

[mustang_lax]

oh i see what you mean now..thought you just plain out hated running. my b. even though you hate it Running is a great way to build up stamina. Also biking is great. Just excersize until you're exausted and when you're exausted keep excersizing. That should build up soem stamina

[TheKOB]

I know exactly what you mean. Just play basketball or soccer with friends, or ride a bike. Swimming also builds stamina and endurance, but doesn't work the same muscles you use when you run.

[Rix]

running is the best thing you can do man !!

[kamikaze0188]

Wow Rix posted

[laxbabe2121]

like woah....

[saintslax020]

is there ne thing that i can think of wen i run to not make it seem like im running becasue i wanna be in shape

[newbie]

Saint, I'm with you. I hate running just for the sake of running. I made a mix tape (my discman skips so I can't take a CD) with fast songs that I like and that will pump me up. The time goes a lot faster when you're listening to music or something.

Also, instead of aiming for a certain amount of time, aim to run a certain distance. Like around the block three times or something. Then you won't be checking your watch the whole time wondering when you can go home.

Another thing is to try to give yourself a "reward" for each time you run, and something that you can only have when you run. When I first started going to the gym regularly, there was CD I really wanted. I set myself a deal that I couldn't have it unless I went to the gym three times that week and three times the next week. I wouldn't buy the CD unless I did. That sort of thing sounds really lame but it does help, especially if it's something you really want.

I've just started running on a running program in hopes that building up will help me like it more. So I bought a cool pair of work out pants that I could use for the gym, rowing practice or on the field, but I'm going to only use them for running. I'm a girl so that may not help you! Haha. But if I want to wear the pants I can't unless I'm out running. That helps as well. (Lame, I know!!)

[saintslax020]

hey thanks for that suggestion i think ill take it....i realli needa get in shape n im running alot but i dont notice much of a difference

[newbie]

Try a program as well if you aren't noticing a difference. www.coolrunning.com is a great site. They have different programs to follow whether you're a beginning runner or a pro. They also have an online journal where you keep track of your runs. How far you ran, how many minutes, etc. It also keeps track of your weight and can tell you how many calories you burned, and even when to buy new runners. Writing in there every day helps because I can see my progress right in front of me. There are forums as well so they'll be able to give you tips on how to run better or get in shape quicker or whatever questions you have.

[saintslax020]

yaa culd u send me those please that would be a great help

[newbie]

Go to www.coolrunning.com and everything is right there.

The site is a bit confusing at first so if you need help finding your way around it just let me know.

Just go on and register. Then you can set up a running log to track all of your training. It will even track your workouts outside of running - like if you have a lax practice, or go to the gym, or whatever.

[saintslax020]

thanks alot...ne other suggestions

[newbie]

I have tons! Haha. One thing that I find REALLY helps (that I no longer have, which sucks) is having a running buddy.

If you've made plans to run with someone at 6pm on Monday, you're less likely to blow it off as you would be if you just run by yourself.

If you can't find anyone willing to make a commitment, try finding a friend online or who lives in another city who will. It sounds weird, but if you decide with a friend to run 3 days a week, then emailing a friend saying you just finished your run, and asking if they've done theirs yet, helps as well. Then you don't have someone emailing you back and getting mad because you haven't ran at all this week!

[saintslax020]

ok keep listing them

[newbie]

Hmm... okay, let's see what I can think of. I'll just make a list here of all the ones I've said already too.

~Listen to music
~Go for distance rather than time
~Get a running budy
~Give yourself a reward for your runs
~Use a workout journal

~Do your runs at the same time every day. This will help your body program itself and pretty soon at that time you'll be "antsy" to get out there to do more running. IE: If you usually do your runs in the morning, then if you skip one on a regular run day, you'll feel weird later.

~Mix up your runs. Don't just run at the same speed on flat ground for 30 minutes. Try running for 2 minutes, sprinting for 30 seconds, slow jogging for 1 minute, go up a hill, sprint for 20 seconds, speed walk for 1 minute, etc. You won't get bored as easily when you're counting seconds and trying to think of what to do next.

~Try running on the beach if you live near one. It's harder than running on a track or a street because the sand gives a lot of resistence.

~If you live near a park with trails, run on those instead of the street. The scenery is more interesting for one thing. Also there will be humps or hills that will train your body differently than just running on flat land.

~Pick a different spot to run at every two or three runs. If you have access to a car, drive to a new location. The difference in scenery and landscape (hills in different spots, etc) will help keep your runs from becoming too boring.

~Join a running club if there's one near you. We have one here that meets once a week. Then you get "homework" before the next group run. (A) You meet people; (B) You have something to be accountable to {if you've paid you're more likely to go} and (C) If they give you homework then you'll have to do it!

~Start eating healthier. It may not be directly related to running, but if you're eating better at the same time you'll notice results quicker and will be more motivated to run. Also, you'll feel better while running and won't get tired so quickly.

~Try talking to yourself a bit every so often while running. I know it's lame but if you're too tired to talk, you're running too quickly and will hurt yourself. Make sure you can have a regular conversation while running.

~If you can't find a running buddy, join an online forum for support. When you make friends there, you know someone is rooting for you and you always have support and people to ask questions to.

~Buy new runners. Go to a store that sells shoes that are especially for running. The people there will be able to tell you what shoe will be best for you. Good runners really help. You won't be as sore or tired at the end of the run which will help make you want to go back out later.

Umm... I can't think of too many things right now! Hopefully these are helpful... Let me know if you want some more because I have some books and can look up motivation tips.

The reward thing really helps. When I first started going to the gym, I told you about the CD, but sometimes the rewards are things like not being able to go see a certain movie with my friends if I don't do these two weeks of workouts/runs, or not allowing myself to have dessert or watch a certain tv show that week, etc.