Hi
I am taking up running for the challenge and to increase my fitness levels, however I am at a loss where to start as I do not want to overdo it, but do want to give myself a good workout.
I have read that everyones starting point is different, I for instance play golf at least once a week (a lot of walking trust me as I tend to hit the ball everywhere!), play football infrequently, am not overweight but not as fit as I used like to be. (Played football to 16 years old - 24 now). So am unsure of how long to run for to start.
Ideally my goal is to run in the London Marathon one day. Is it realistic to aim for 2007 or am I being a complete idiot and should look to 2008?!
I understand that this will take a dedicated running schedule and also realise that this is not to be taken lightly - I enjoy a challenge and want to have something to aim for.
Any words of wisdom will be appreciated
Thanks
Liam
I am taking up running for the challenge and to increase my fitness levels, however I am at a loss where to start as I do not want to overdo it, but do want to give myself a good workout.
I have read that everyones starting point is different, I for instance play golf at least once a week (a lot of walking trust me as I tend to hit the ball everywhere!), play football infrequently, am not overweight but not as fit as I used like to be. (Played football to 16 years old - 24 now). So am unsure of how long to run for to start.
Ideally my goal is to run in the London Marathon one day. Is it realistic to aim for 2007 or am I being a complete idiot and should look to 2008?!
I understand that this will take a dedicated running schedule and also realise that this is not to be taken lightly - I enjoy a challenge and want to have something to aim for.
Any words of wisdom will be appreciated
Thanks
Liam