If you are anything like me, then you probably really enjoy running (and cardio in general). Running is an excellent way to stay fit and healthy, and is fun because you get to go literally anywhere you want while doing it. However, you will definitely need a certain level of endurance in order to maintain a steady pace. But do not worry; it is not all that difficult to increase your endurance.
For those just starting out, a great technique to up your endurance is to run an extra quarter mile each time you run. Do this for a week straight. Yes, it may be hard, but it will not take long to go that extra quarter mile; just relax your mind and do not focus on how long it is going to take to go that extra distance.
Another effective strategy is to add in an extra day of running per week. You should already be running at least once per week (preferably two). Adding on that one extra day can really make a very big difference when it comes to building endurance. Basically the more often you do cardio related exercise, the faster you build endurance.
Another thing to consider is to try some fun alternatives to running. There any many fun outdoor games and sports that are great for building endurance for running. One example is the somewhat new (and very popular) sport known as airsoft. In this game you will almost ALWAYS be running, since you will be shooting at (and getting shot at by) other opponents using non-lethalairsoft rifles, which fire plastic airsoft BBs. This is just one of the many actual FUN ways that you can build up your endurance level.
One more suggestion is to try interval training. This can be in the form of sprinting, running up hill, or even running downhill (this is actually a lot more work than most people realize, and will also work a different group of leg muscles). Most people do not see interval training as effective for building endurance, since it takes very little time (but requires a LOT of energy). Interval training definitely increases endurance though, and also increases your leg strength as well. This will indirectly increase your endurance for running. - 30553
For those just starting out, a great technique to up your endurance is to run an extra quarter mile each time you run. Do this for a week straight. Yes, it may be hard, but it will not take long to go that extra quarter mile; just relax your mind and do not focus on how long it is going to take to go that extra distance.
Another effective strategy is to add in an extra day of running per week. You should already be running at least once per week (preferably two). Adding on that one extra day can really make a very big difference when it comes to building endurance. Basically the more often you do cardio related exercise, the faster you build endurance.
Another thing to consider is to try some fun alternatives to running. There any many fun outdoor games and sports that are great for building endurance for running. One example is the somewhat new (and very popular) sport known as airsoft. In this game you will almost ALWAYS be running, since you will be shooting at (and getting shot at by) other opponents using non-lethalairsoft rifles, which fire plastic airsoft BBs. This is just one of the many actual FUN ways that you can build up your endurance level.
One more suggestion is to try interval training. This can be in the form of sprinting, running up hill, or even running downhill (this is actually a lot more work than most people realize, and will also work a different group of leg muscles). Most people do not see interval training as effective for building endurance, since it takes very little time (but requires a LOT of energy). Interval training definitely increases endurance though, and also increases your leg strength as well. This will indirectly increase your endurance for running. - 30553
About the Author:
This article was created by fitness guru, Raymond Almsharr. Raymond has been running and sprinting for many years now, and is constantly looking for new ways to increase his endurance level. With just a few good strategies for building endurance, you can easily improve your endurance level.
