Running

Another segment I found quite interesting from the Jillian Michaels' radio show was about running. Jillian stated she does like to run, but does because it is great exercise. I started running about a year and 1/2 ago, but have to confess...it hasn't gotten much easier!

Here are some tips Jillian shared about running:

1. Wear the right shoe. Have feet and "strike" measured at a good running shoe store. A running expert there will be able to steer you toward the best shoe for your strike pattern. (Strike is how your foot hits the ground - rolling inward, rolling outward, hitting the ball of your foot versus the heel, etc.)

2. Have good running posture.

• Head up looking at the horizon
• Shoulders back and steady
• Body vertical - not leaning forward
• Shorten strides
• Hands below heart level
• Heel of foot should strike under your hips, not way out in front or behind

3. Work with a running coach for a couple of sessions.