If you've ever felt embarrassed about your measly morning mile after seeing your friend's post-marathon selfie or 10-mile running pace on Instagram take heart — you're still doing your body a solid. Turns out, you don't need to log dozens of miles or spend an hour-plus on the treadmill each week to score the health benefits of running.
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00:00 My name is Kayla Jeter, and if there's one thing I've learned from being a fitness coach,
00:04 it's that everyone's wellness process and goals are different.
00:07 So no matter where you are in your fitness journey, we wanted to provide you with some
00:11 info that can help you along the way.
00:17 I love running, but I completely understand that it can be daunting for beginners who
00:22 are lacing up for the first time or seasoned runners looking to shave off time from their
00:26 personal record.
00:27 The good news is that you don't need to go very far, literally, to reap all the benefits
00:32 of running.
00:33 Research has found that running a couple times a week can help stabilize your blood sugar,
00:37 lower your risk of cardiovascular disease, strengthen your bones and joints, and boost
00:42 your mood.
00:44 Anyone at any level, speed, or goal can get out there and run for the simple joy of movement.
00:49 But let's make sure you do so safely.
00:53 First you want to think about your posture.
00:55 Head high, nice and proud, shoulders back, glutes tucked underneath you.
00:59 You want to put your foot strike right underneath your hip.
01:03 Push off that big toe to propel you forward.
01:06 You don't want to go too far in front of you, too much hamstring, or too far behind you,
01:11 too much hip pull.
01:12 You want to make sure you're using your arms to actually get some momentum.
01:16 So think about driving those elbows back and take your fingertips and brush them right
01:20 against your hips.
01:22 Remember, no matter where you are in your fitness journey, taking the first step can
01:27 set yourself up for years of consistent movement for years to come.
01:31 See you next time!
01:32 (air whooshing)