Why Running is a Great Choice for Staying Energetic
Many accomplished individuals are known for their high – energy levels, abundant vitality, and strong execution ability. Physical strength is regarded as the core capital for these masters. After numerous experiences, running has been chosen as an ideal exercise method. One of its great advantages is that it has no restrictions on venue, clothing, equipment, or weather. You can even run in stormy conditions.
Some employers have recognized the benefits of running. For example, one employer asked the company’s employees to run once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Younger employees were encouraged to run at a high speed, while older ones were advised to run at a slower pace. Initially, there were complaints, and two employees even threatened to leave. However, after three months, everyone got used to this form of exercise. In fact, it became a unique benefit and a signature of the company, as few bosses are willing to allow employees to exercise during work hours.
Making Running More Interesting
Running, as one of the most common forms of exercise, can be rather boring. During the exercise process, people have to contend with various discomforts such as “cardio – torture”, “breathing disorders”, and “muscle soreness”. Although many people claim that running is a comfortable and relaxing activity and they enjoy the feeling of sweating freely, this is just one side of the story. The various discomforts during running cannot be ignored.
As a person with over 20 years of running experience, I often need to do some mental preparation before running, constantly telling myself that I can complete the run. Later, I discovered two interesting running methods.
5 – Minute Speed Running
The benefits of extreme fast – running are significant. It can activate the heart and lungs, stretch blood vessels, and increase the secretion of digestive enzymes. This method is quite simple. You can choose some fragmented time, such as running quickly for 5 minutes under the office building or in the neighborhood. Before running, do a little warm – up on the spot, like doing 50 high – leg raises. After running, walk slowly for 3 to 5 minutes. The entire exercise process does not exceed 15 minutes, making it especially suitable for those who need to exercise during work or while working from home.
The speed of extreme fast – running varies from person to person. People with good physical fitness can run at a speed of 4.5 minutes per kilometer, while those with average physical fitness can run at a speed of 6.5 minutes per kilometer. If you are just starting with extreme fast – running, you can run at the highest speed you can handle, slow down when you feel uncomfortable, and the overall requirement is to run faster than usual.
Prayer – Type Running
Once the running distance exceeds 3 km, people tend to feel dull and tired, and their willpower to persevere decreases significantly. Life is full of touching scenes. Many people like to donate money and clothes in the name of their families, hoping to pray for them. In the movie “Gonzo”, among the group of pilgrims, some pray for themselves and some for their loved ones, all hoping to get out of their current difficulties and have a better future.
Inspired by such behaviors, I came up with the prayer – type running method: Bless your loved ones once for every lap you run. Each lap has a specific meaning and blessing, making you feel that you are not running alone but for a great and noble goal. By endowing running with meaning, every step forward is a step closer to the goal, and every lap is completed with a prayer and blessing. This inner sense of achievement and satisfaction can greatly offset the tedium and cardio – torture of running.
This method is inspired by project management. Just like breaking down a big goal into small goals, determining the completion criteria for each small goal, and giving them meaning and ritual, it makes the running process more interesting and engaging.
Everyone knows that “health is the most important”, but few people actually put it into practice, and even fewer people can坚持 it for a long time. These two forms of running, 5 – minute speed running and more than 30 – minute prayer – style running, may be more suitable for you. Let running become “interesting and meaningful”, which is the true essence of sports.
