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Girl Gym 16w
How do I start getting into running? I feel so self conscious when I try to…
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Anonymous 16w

Maybe try wearing slightly baggy clothing if it helps you feel better. Imma be honest, nobody cares how you look when you run at the gym, and if you have a goal, you’ll be more focused on the goal than how people think about you

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Anonymous 15w

look up videos of proper running posture and make sure you get the right shoes for running, posture for me changed everything and it felt a lot more natural

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Anonymous 16w

self conscious about what

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Anonymous 15w

If it makes you feel any better running is bad for your joints

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 16w

How I look when I run💀

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Anonymous replying to -> #2 15w

Ty

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Anonymous replying to -> #4 15w

Oooh that’s a good one ty

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Anonymous replying to -> #3 15w

It’s good for your heart tho😭

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

True but there are other forms of cardio that are easier on your body and also good for your heart, like honestly, you could power walk instead of run and you could still get a higher heart rate that would improve your cardiovascular health

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Anonymous replying to -> #3 15w

That is true, I like that! Tysm :)

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

I just looked at the other comments and something to keep in mind for a good form when running is keep your back straight and run heal first, but I’ve noticed way more improvement in my endurance with power walking than I have running

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Anonymous replying to -> #3 15w

Imma start doing that, I really appreciate the support :’)

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