The title sounds like some essay topic does'nt it? Probably it will turn out to be an essay given the fact I am writing make research essays in the last few weeks :P So yes, back to what I actually want to write.. Running- one benefit of being in a sport university, you will either get into some kind of physical activity or start learning a new one if you are already into sports.
I exercise regularly but indoors. I started running outdoors very recently. Though I dont run outdoors daily, I try to go atleast 2-3 times a week, rest spending in the gym. I had never even tried running on the road in Mumbai- traffic, mom not allowing fearing the worst etc. And there was the TM in the gym so I did not even give it a thought! It is difficult to make the transition- TM to roads. TM is straight, no hilly roads, no trees, no signals, no avoiding things; its just straight and simple. The only thing you can do is give a little gradient say of 1.5%. But does it equal to outdoor running? I dont think so. When I read what I just wrote, the difference when running outdoors and on the TM, I feel running on the TM is pretty boring! I know my pace on the TM is much better compared what I run outdoors that is because I am a new runner. But the joy you get after running or jogging on the hilly road and reaching the plateau is something you dont experience on a TM! thats where I start the joys of running outdoors.
As I said before, the environment makes a lot of difference. You see people running everywhere in Loughborough- In the university, outside on the road and at anytime- early morning, afternoon, late at 12 in the night-yes. You do not need any excuse- no time, lot of work- blah! just put on your trainers and run! So, yes watching so many people running did contribute to my "running outdoors" mission. Also, due credit to my uni friend who runs and runs and runs- Sandeep, you are an inspiration! Thank you!!
So, thus started my journey of running outdoors. But its been just 2 months I think and people may wonder, why am I writing so much even though I have just 2 months of experience of running outdoors? Well, that joy which it brings to you cannot be contained, you have to let it go somewhere, blogging is the best! :P
So what does running outdoor give me that TM cannot? 1. Continuous motion, I am not stuck in one place. 2. See new places. 3. Discover new roads (check GM and then go for that run!). 4. Make new ring circuit routes. 5. Satisfaction of doing something new. 6. A high what TM running may not give!
These are only a few things what came to my mind now. But, running outdoors does have its own charm. People say it weakens your knees and all. Seriously? I dont think so. One of the myths or excuses to not wear your shoes and run.
So if you are there somewhere in the world, and not exercising, just take your shoes and run- gives a lot of satisfaction to your mind and body :)
Another motivating factor in my running life is DM , DailyMile. A social logging site which helps you log your miles and you can track your improvement. Also, you have DMers who you can add as friends and motivate yourself by seeing their awesome miles log! You can send motivations to others and help them get back on track :) Research backs the fact that logging your daily exercise/ running miles/kms helps improve you as a runner/athlete (trust a sport/exercise psychology student :P). www.dailymile.com
So dont wait much- experience some joys of outdoor running, share it- maybe you will experience some more joy and other feelings which I am yet to experience!
Happy Running! n Keep Running :)
I exercise regularly but indoors. I started running outdoors very recently. Though I dont run outdoors daily, I try to go atleast 2-3 times a week, rest spending in the gym. I had never even tried running on the road in Mumbai- traffic, mom not allowing fearing the worst etc. And there was the TM in the gym so I did not even give it a thought! It is difficult to make the transition- TM to roads. TM is straight, no hilly roads, no trees, no signals, no avoiding things; its just straight and simple. The only thing you can do is give a little gradient say of 1.5%. But does it equal to outdoor running? I dont think so. When I read what I just wrote, the difference when running outdoors and on the TM, I feel running on the TM is pretty boring! I know my pace on the TM is much better compared what I run outdoors that is because I am a new runner. But the joy you get after running or jogging on the hilly road and reaching the plateau is something you dont experience on a TM! thats where I start the joys of running outdoors.
As I said before, the environment makes a lot of difference. You see people running everywhere in Loughborough- In the university, outside on the road and at anytime- early morning, afternoon, late at 12 in the night-yes. You do not need any excuse- no time, lot of work- blah! just put on your trainers and run! So, yes watching so many people running did contribute to my "running outdoors" mission. Also, due credit to my uni friend who runs and runs and runs- Sandeep, you are an inspiration! Thank you!!
So, thus started my journey of running outdoors. But its been just 2 months I think and people may wonder, why am I writing so much even though I have just 2 months of experience of running outdoors? Well, that joy which it brings to you cannot be contained, you have to let it go somewhere, blogging is the best! :P
So what does running outdoor give me that TM cannot? 1. Continuous motion, I am not stuck in one place. 2. See new places. 3. Discover new roads (check GM and then go for that run!). 4. Make new ring circuit routes. 5. Satisfaction of doing something new. 6. A high what TM running may not give!
These are only a few things what came to my mind now. But, running outdoors does have its own charm. People say it weakens your knees and all. Seriously? I dont think so. One of the myths or excuses to not wear your shoes and run.
So if you are there somewhere in the world, and not exercising, just take your shoes and run- gives a lot of satisfaction to your mind and body :)
Another motivating factor in my running life is DM , DailyMile. A social logging site which helps you log your miles and you can track your improvement. Also, you have DMers who you can add as friends and motivate yourself by seeing their awesome miles log! You can send motivations to others and help them get back on track :) Research backs the fact that logging your daily exercise/ running miles/kms helps improve you as a runner/athlete (trust a sport/exercise psychology student :P). www.dailymile.com
So dont wait much- experience some joys of outdoor running, share it- maybe you will experience some more joy and other feelings which I am yet to experience!
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