“JUST START ”

Today, Celis Market Run Club has upwards of 30 people in attendance each week, meeting at one of their juice bar locations for a quick stretch before embarking on the day’s route. And the bond continues long after the run is over. Alex and his club members often meet up for dinner after their workout, frequenting places like Tropical Smokehouse for BBQ or Cholo Soy Cocina for ceviche and empanadas, both in West Palm Beach.

To help you become a better runner, and learn to truly love it, it’s important to mix things up. For Alex, his ultimate schedule is a run twice per week, leaving the other days for resistance training focusing on the legs, mobility, and ankle strength and rest days. You can also have fun with your clothing. Invest in a good pair of running shoes like the Hoka Mach 5 and get an outfit that you feel good in. A lined pair of leggings or shorts with a built-in pocket will keep your hands free without having to leave your essentials behind. Wearing a smartwatch or fitness tracker while you run is also a great way to help you get motivated. Seeing your progress in real time can be a great way to help you put those running shoes back on day after day.

If you are weary about getting started, Alex advises to “just start.” “It doesn’t even matter if you run, start with a brisk walk and slowly make your way up to running,” he says. “You don’t have to run 10 miles a day to consider yourself a runner. The most important thing is to put yourself out there and everything else will come naturally.”

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