You’re ready to make a fitness change. You bought the shoes and all the new clothes and now you’re ready to lace up and hit the pavement! There’s only one problem… you hate running. With a hot tub from Dream Maker Spas, getting into a regular running routine doesn’t have to be “as terrible” as it may seem. Whether you’re looking to run the distance, or just go for a simple jog around the block, here’s a few tips to help you learn how to build up that stamina to achieve your running goals.

Start slow

Everybody’s got to start somewhere! Perhaps you can only handle a light jog around the block, or a 20-minute session alternating 2 minutes of running with 1 minute of walking. As you begin to build up your endurance, you’ll be able to handle longer distances and running at a faster pace. Remember that practice makes perfect! Keep a running log to track your distance and pace you run every day, so that three or four months from when you begin your running journey you can look back and see how much you’ve progressed!

Set a goal

It’s easier to motivate yourself to get out and hit the pavement when you have a specific goal to train for. Browse a few running websites like Runner’s World or Active.com to find a few races in your area.

Have fun!

Running doesn’t have to feel like a chore! There’s tons of ways to help break up the monotony to make running more enjoyable; perhaps you call up a friend and have them join you for a jog around the block, or maybe you create a running playlist to listen to some of your favorite music while you head out for a run. If music isn’t your thing, you could also consider an audiobook subscription or listening to a podcast to help pass the time as you chip away the miles.

Recovery is key

Progressing as a runner is only partly reliant upon your frequency of training. To be able to continue to run, you need to remain injury free — and your hot tub from Dream Maker Spas provides the perfect solution! Soaking in your spa before and after runs can help reduce the risk of muscle overuse and injury allowing you to recover faster and safer.

  • Before you run, a 15-20 minute soak in your hot tub can help increase blood flow to your legs, allowing your joints to feel more limber and ready to hit the pavement running!
  • Later in the day, an hour or two after you’ve recovered from your run, would be the preferred time for you to hop back into the spa! By this time, any muscle inflammation caused from your run has passed, so the increased blood flow provided by the hydrotherapic warmth of your spa will simulate healing and recovery for your sore muscles.