Sepia Prime Woman Digital Magazine March 2014 | Page 8

UP & RUNNING continued

Debra
What do you enjoy most about a run?
Surprisingly, I like scenery and I like nature
(I hated bugs as a kid and was terrified of
them, but when I’m in their element, I’m
okay with them). Sunrise runs in the hills are
great because you never know how the sun
will rise or if it’ll peak through some clouds.
The same path will have different views on
any given day. I like being alone with God
and talking to Him and being able to hear
Him more clearly. I like the group runs too.
We start out together and everybody is chit
chatting and catching up then we’re off in
our own world to look at the sights or listen
to music. The runner’s high is real. Who’d
have thunk it? I’m a runner!

Starting A Running Program
Running can seem a bit intimidating to many but it doesn't have to be. There are so many benefits.
Running can strengthen your muscles, help build endurance, it’s great for the waistline, good for your
heart, a known stress reliever and let's not forget to mention the runner's high --that feeling you get as
endorphins are being released.
You may be wondering “Well how do I get started?” As a trainer this is an area where I see people
make the biggest mistakes. You set out to do it and start hitting the pavement cold turkey, only to find
your lungs burning within minutes of starting. The best way to approach your new goal is to start by
adding small segments of running to your walking program. Aim for running at a pace that allows you
to hold a conversation to start and work up from there. Keep reading for my suggestions about how to
start a running program.

Tasha
Sepia Prime Woman

March 2014