�reason, cannot easily run a set distance. Say for example, a workout calls for a 3 mile run. Someone new to running, or coming off an injury may not be able to run that far yet. One solution would be to use a timed run. Timed runs are simple, and are exactly what their name implies. You will run for a designated period of time. This will benefit runners of all ability levels, and can be easily worked into the weekly routine, using an "easy, medium, hard" principle. A sample workout for a beginner could be: 30 minute continuous running on Monday, 15 minutes on Wednesday, and 20 minutes on Friday. This is just one example of incorporating timed runs into your routine. This takes the beginner's mind off the distance traveled, and allows them to focus on their running form and breathing, instead of saying "Man...this sucks, I've only gone 1/2 mile!". Naturally, as your form and breathing improve, the more efficient you will become, and the farther you will be able to go in the same amount of time. Say for example, you started out and you were barely able to manage two miles in 30 minutes. After several months of consistent work, you may be able to cover four miles in the same time! That is an incredible improvement. Timed runs work whether you're running on a route with a known distance or not. If you are running on a track, or some other route with some method of tracking your distance, then you will be able to easily chart your progress. If you do not know the distance, or you are not able to easily mark it off, then just keep track of the time. Do 30 minutes out and 30 minutes back...or whatever works for you. This is also very good if you are short on time. Got an hour for lunch? Work in a 30 minute run. Don't worry about the distance...that will take care of itself.How to Incorporate Timed Running for Greater Endurance
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