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Create a running log. Keep track of all of the exercise you get each day. Try to write down any physical activity you did and how long it lasted. If you ran a certain distance, you can record that too. Write down the healthy snacks you ate during the day (Cheetos don’t count) and any comments you have about what you did. These could include the weather, how you felt, who you were with, or anything else you want to remember.

Don’t forget to stretch! Stretching is an important part of running. It prepares your muscles for action before you exercise and helps you to avoid injuries. Make sure to stretch after you have first warmed up your muscles. Never stretch a cold muscle! Try doing some jumping jacks, jogging in place or jumping rope to warm up first.

After doing some stretches, you are ready to run. Run at a pace that is comfortable to you and make sure to smile and have fun while you run. Keep your body relaxed and “run tall”. Pretend you are balancing a dish on your head and make sure your hips are moving in a straight line. Breathe. Listen to the sounds around you and enjoy the strong body you are working to take care of.

When your run is over, you may be tired and just want to sit down. DON’T! Walk around for a few minutes and follow it up by stretching those muscles. Your body will thank you for it!