Running is the most basic, intense form of activity we can undertake. No matter how old you are, it’s not too late to start. As with everything, the beginnings will not be spectacular, but discipline and regularity will lead you to the desired results. Physical and mental health is an integral part of running. Many people say that running is not for them because it is boring. But are you sure? Whether your run will be boring depends on a few basic things – your attitude, the chosen route, the music in your headphones and the company. But not only! There are races that, apart from covering kilometer after kilometer, put other obstacles in front of you to overcome.

An example of an obstacle course is Runmageddon, which I have recently had the pleasure of running. You have several options to choose from, so there is something for everyone. If you’re just starting, choose Intro, if you’ve been running for a while, choose Recruit or Classic. But if you’re an advanced runner, Hardcore will be right for you. I heartily recommend everyone to test themselves on the Runmageddon route, and then ask themselves – is running really boring? I’m sure the answer will be – no.

If you want your running to be more pleasant and your results to go up – you need to buy solid shoes. For starters, you don’t need expensive shoes, just start with what you have, and if you like it – consider buying better, special running shoes and then compare how you feel. Well-chosen shoes are the foundation of a successful long-distance run. They stabilize the leg better, protect the feet and knees from injuries and provide adequate airflow. Therefore, over time, it is worth looking around for the right equipment to improve your results and make running more enjoyable.

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VOCABULARY:

attitude – nastawienie

basic – podstawowe

headphones – słuchawki

intense – intensywne

an obstacle – przeszkoda

to overcome – pokonać

a route – trasa

running – bieganie

spectacular – spektakularny

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