Tips from the Chicken

Here are some quick tips for those who are starting to run. They have seemed to help me. I have not had many injuries to this point.

1. Good Running Shoes:You have to have shoes for running. This really will be the only expense that you will have for running. All the books say that a pair of running shoes should only last 500 miles. I know that seems short - but you can run so much better if your feet/legs don't hurt.
2. Stretching: We all know that we need to stretch. But did you know that it is better to stretch after running and not before? There is no real need to stretch before hand (do a warm-up walk instead). But if you stretch afterwards - you will feel so much better!
3. Drink lots of water (or gatorade): You will need lots of liquids. I have started buying Gatorade powder and then mix it up myself. Much cheeper.
4. Cold showers: Trust me - there are not many things like a good run and a cold shower.

Those are my tips.... Do you have any to share?