Jogging/Running Tips?

Okay, to start with, im 20 and horribly out of shape.

I played sports, blah, blah in high school. but since graduating I really havent been active AT ALL.

I've recently joined the United States Navy and leave for boot camp in early January.

So, ive just recently starting jogging/running. I dont get very far lol but i try an add more to my route everytime i go, which has been every other day for about 2 weeks.

Anyway, my questions are:

1. I get some really bad stomach cramps about 10 mins into my run. its like my entire stomach is one big cramp. Anyway to prevent this or ways to make it tolerable?

2. I don't have asthma, but i do start to almost "weeze" persay when im running. im sure this is because im out of shape, but are their certain breathing styles to help?

3. Any other tips lol.


This is really long i know but any help is much appreciated :)

go on-line to runners world.com. They have some awesome info. Good luck on your goals. Be safe.

Well, I'm on the track team, and I haven't run in a long time either. But I've learned some tips from my coaches, so we can get better times in our competitions. (I'm a sprinter)

Pace yourself. Don't start out speeding the first half and walking the second. Try to keep a consistent jog throughout the entire course.
Try breathing in through your nose and out through the mouth. I've tried it while running long distances, and it worked.
If you get cramps while running, try to stretch out your muscles before and after you run. The more you stretch, the less cramps you'll get overtime.
Also, try to run when you're alert. If you're tired (sleepy) then try not to run, for you can lose focus and hurt yourself.
Take it easy. If you know you're going too fast, then slow down. Try not to stop, but if you need to catch your breath, then walk a little bit
When you're trying to catch your breath after you've finished running, don't sit down. That way, your muscles won't cramp up as much. If you have to sit down, stretch.

I haven't been running long, but I remember having some of the same issues. For stomach cramps (usually caused by rapid breathing) try to take really deep breaths. You may need to slow or even walk for a minute to get them to pass, but they will. And they will become less frequent the more you run. As for the wheezing, I try to keep a rhythm with my breathing (probably 1 breath for every 2-3 steps). Everyone's rhythm is going to be different. The wheezing too will go away in time (if not see your doctor). My only other tip is to take it slow. You mentioned you don't get very far running, and that is nothing to be ashamed of. Try interspersing some walking intervals in your run. It will keep your heart rate up and improve your conditioning without beating your body up too much. Gradually decrease the walking intervals and add small amounts of distance over time. The key is just to take it slow and work towards a goal.