As you all have noticed, our lives have changed dramatically. We sit more, we move less, we don’t socialise, we are more distracted than ever, anxiety is on the rise and therefore our confidence is lacking.
Do you feel like you can no longer run or even struggle to go out for a walk whatever the reason?
This could be right for you, in fact this is for everyone.
Start a new quarantine ritual – Eagles Reboot.
The most important thing we can do right now is whatever it takes to keep moving forward so that when the lockdowns are lifted, we will be ready.
Having something special during this time will help you look forward to each new day.
Please note, this is not a training programme.
This is an 11 - Week Reboot Eagles Tracker. Why 11 because this year we celebrate 11th Ealing Eagles Anniversary.
The idea behind it is very simple. Start with 1km 3x/week and each week to increase of 500m.
Visualisation is the key. Imagine how you would feel during the run and after the run. Then just go and enjoy.
Use the section for comments in the spreadsheet at the end of each run/walk/jog - get it all out of your system, you could also mention whether you walked, jogged…etc., this is only for you track how you feel.
On Sunday I will post a message/reminder and motivation to keep you going.
You can print this out so you can see it – maybe to put it on your vision board, for those who don’t have a printer, that’s ok too, as you can a create a screen shot on your mobile or your laptops.
Once we reach the 11th week, you’ll feel stronger but mostly confident.
Then we can concentrate on speed and hill workout aka training.
Tips/Suggestions
Be mindful of your body in terms of pain as well as personal enjoyment. Don’t burn out but don’t get bored either.
Practise gratitude, be patient with yourself.
Take out your headphones and enjoy nature’s beauty.
Run the first few kms naturally and without any expectations. Otherwise, you’re likely to lose your motivation.
If you decide not to walk, start running at a moderate pace (where you can easily hold a conversation).
Please note, only those who give their body time to gradually get used to the new demands will have long – term success.
Running on pavement – this is hard on your joints because the pavement does not cushion your steps.
Running on grass – this is soft and provides excellent cushioning, of course even here is the risk of injury – bumps, rocks…my preference.
Take time to connect.
Never give up, enjoy and remember, nature is open 24/7 😊