{"id":195,"date":"2026-04-02T13:13:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:13:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitcart.com\/blog\/?p=195"},"modified":"2026-04-02T13:13:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:13:32","slug":"top-10-running-tips-from-ian-cairns-from-teamkinetica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitcart.com\/blog\/top-10-running-tips-from-ian-cairns-from-teamkinetica\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Running Tips from Ian Cairns from #TeamKinetica"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

1. Invest<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in a good pair of runners. Ideally go to a running store and get fitted. The difference running in a good pair of shoes makes is massive! Especially if you\u2019re only new to running and need some support. You get what you pay for! You will also be far more incentivised to go for a run in your new shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Article by Kinetica Sports & Ian Cairns<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Commitment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Commit to 3 months. Don\u2019t set any massive goals at first. Results take time. Your first few runs might not even feel great as your body will still be adjusting. Just try to get out the door for 3 runs a week. you could sign up for a race which might put pressure on you for the wrong reasons, trying too much too soon and giving up. Just commit to running 3 times a week. Find that 45-minute slot in your day to do it. You\u2019ve got the time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Time Yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Timing your runs with a watch is a great way to see actual improvements. Improvements can happen so gradually at times that you could be improving without ever knowing it and you might give up. You are always improving, timing your runs will confirm this and give you the motivation to keep going! Treat running like a game, compete with yourself. Time your local route and watch yourself set PB\u2019s!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Run Early<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try and get your runs done early, and out of the way first. If you leave it too late in the day, there is more of a chance that something will come up and bump your run out till evening time or pushed to another day and add pressure to the rest of your week. An early run will energise you for the day ahead. A great way to start your day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Start Slow<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start as slow as you want. Don\u2019t run too hard too early. If you run too fast too soon, it will leave bad memories. You willl come in the front door from a run deterred and less likely to go out and run again. Even starting off at a slow pace, you will keep improving \u2013 baby steps! By the end of the month you will be running quick than you were at the start and all just by the repetition of running 3 times a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Plan Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan your week ahead. If there\u2019s a day of biblical weather coming, move your dates and times for a run. You\u2019ll find a window to run, there\u2019s always a window to run! Prepare everything the night before. Make the transition out the door as seamless as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Visualise<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think about your runs days in advance. Visualise where you\u2019re going and when you are going. The more you think about it, the more likely you will be to do it. it won\u2019t spring up on you last minute, where you can make an excuse not to go. Do it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. No Regrets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You never regret a run you did \u2013 NEVER!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Sleep<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sleep matters. A good sleep makes getting out of bed all the easier. If you\u2019re going to get up early for a run, go to bed early. Aim for those 8 hours! You\u2019ll feel more rested and it aids recovery. Going to bed early 3 times a week = 3 better runs. Sleep is the easy part \u2013 it\u2019s great!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Habits for life<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After a couple of months, you\u2019ll be thinking less about where or how far you are going, and you will just be closing the door and out running. Not concerned about the distance or going too far. There\u2019ll come a run when it just clicks, you\u2019ll be running solid miles, the effort and recoveries will come easy to you. You\u2019ll be hooked. Form some strong habits and you\u2019ll start planning the weeks around your runs. Running doesn\u2019t just improve your cardio, it elevates every other part of your life! And once you have it, you won\u2019t want to lose it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fitcart believes in True Play and Clean Sport.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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