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Posted on Mar 22nd 2007 4:00PM by Bethany SandersFiled Under: Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness
When starting and maintaining a fitness program, setting short term goals is a great way to keep motivated. But what about setting a long term goal 6 or 12 months down the road? Scheduling a vigorous hiking vacation, a cycling tour, or any other event that pushes you outside of your fitness comfort zone is a great way to keep yourself committed to your workout routine.
With summer on it's way, a road race is another great goal to set for yourself. Charity organizations plan fun-runs all season, and you can have your pick of a 2K, 5K, 10K, or even a marathon. Don't let that word scare you, if you're in good health, you can run a marathon, you just have to properly train for it.
Here's an article with 10 tips for preparing for a marathon. It's not too late to train for one this summer or even the fall if you need a little extra time. But if the big race isn't your style, these tips are great for the shorter races too. Not only will you get the thrill of crossing the finish line, but you'll have met your biggest fitness goal...just in time to set a new one for next year!
With summer on it's way, a road race is another great goal to set for yourself. Charity organizations plan fun-runs all season, and you can have your pick of a 2K, 5K, 10K, or even a marathon. Don't let that word scare you, if you're in good health, you can run a marathon, you just have to properly train for it.
Here's an article with 10 tips for preparing for a marathon. It's not too late to train for one this summer or even the fall if you need a little extra time. But if the big race isn't your style, these tips are great for the shorter races too. Not only will you get the thrill of crossing the finish line, but you'll have met your biggest fitness goal...just in time to set a new one for next year!
