I tend to build bulk and muscle easily, and running seems to make sure I stay kind of stringy, if that makes sense.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
People assume that you need to run fast to get to optimum fitness, but the truth is endurance lifting makes you stronger and leaner.
Running is what keeps my weight down. I have to stay active or I could easily gain weight.
I've never enjoyed my running more. I also do 200 sit-ups a day, 60 push-ups, and a lot of stretching. I've had some back issues. I think the stretching helps with that.
I've always liked to run. I did it from a conditioning standpoint, you know. I really enjoyed running, and I do it to stay in shape.
When you have good runners, you always run fast. That's the motivation for me. But I have room to improve in my technique and in the start.
I really love to run, and then right after, get some good lifting in. Then, of course, follow all that up with some healthy meals and protein.
Even for runners who never make the transition to more sophisticated workouts, easing into speedwork will lead to more enjoyable running.
If you want to be a successful runner, you have to consider everything. It's no good just thinking about endurance and not to develop fine speed.
I was playing a defensive guard in 'My All American' who is a really fast runner, so a lot of my training was running. I wasn't too worried about bulking up because he was supposed to be on the small side.
I hate running. I know I'm curvier - I know I'm small, but I'm not ripped. But I make a choice to be that way. I realize my arms aren't as toned as Halle Berry's but I don't want them to be.
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