You Can Become A Runner
For me, the hardest part of becoming a runner, was believing I could do it. You know we are our own worst enemies, so many of us talk ourselves out of a big endeavor like this. I wasn’t looking to run the New York City marathon, but I did want to get to a point where I could run for a pretty good distance. I have always been a fan of walking for exercise, so I hoped to incorporate running in with my walking to ramp up my routine. Before I give you the steps it takes to get your running regime started, I wanted to give you some great reasons why you should consider this sport.
- You will get healthier and if you are trying to lose weight, this is a great way to do so.
- You are going to find it hard to run if you are a smoker, so if you are, you should quit.
- You will change how you eat because your body will start to tell you what to eat and it ain’t gonna be fried chicken and ice cream!
- You get to have some great me time, let go of stress and you get to be alone in your thoughts.
- You will be proud of yourself for accomplishing such a great feat (hee hee)
You Can Become A Runner
Now here are the steps I took to ease myself into becoming a runner:
- Be Realistic: I know you are excited to get started, but if you set your goals too high, you will not make it. You may want to try the 5-30-5 rule, which is walk for 5 minutes, run for 30 seconds and then walk another 5. This is a great way to ease your body into what you will be doing over the next several weeks.
- Build Slowly: If you go too far too fast, you could get injured and then you are off the track for a long while. To avoid injury, build your running time in small increments, which will get you running before you know it. If you were following the 5-30-5 rule, do that until you are quite comfortable and your body is allowing you to progress. Now you can do 5-1-5 for several days and so on.
- Have Fun: If you treat this as a chore, it will feel like a chore. Enjoy the beautiful things all around you as you run. Take notice of the blue sky, the beautiful flowers, green grass and the birds singing! Bring your mP3 player and rock out with your running shoes out!
- Dress Those Feet: I saved the best and most important rule for last, because your success can hinge on your shoes. There are a lot of shoes out there and a lot of companies calling their shoes running shoes, when they are not proper running shoes (unless you are wearing them while running after your toddler?!). One company that has built their stellar reputation on their phenomenal shoes is Skora Running. No pun intended (well, maybe a little) but Skora has put their heart and soul (or sole) into their shoes and I promise, it shows.
Choosing The Best Running Shoes
Choosing the best running shoes for your feet is a critical decision, and one not to be taken lightly. If you don’t have the correct shoes, you could at best make running uncomfortable but at worst you can damage your feet. If I am going to invest in a pair of running shoes, I want a company that cares as much about me and my experience as they do about their product. With Skora, their designers are runners who are always on the cutting edge of everything that goes into creating and manufacturing their shoes. The genius of asking runners to design a running shoe is that they know better than anyone what works and what doesn’t. The shoes from Skora work in harmony with our body so that it can work up to the level of excellence we all have in us. The Skora design includes a zero-drop, which means your heel is on the same level as your forefoot, has a more comfortable asymmetric lacing, has limited stitching inside the shoe for added comfort, has a curved outsole forefront and heel which encourages a more natural movement and roll and has an elastic heel strap that allows the wearer to have a more personalized fit. For more information, tips and advice on running, you can visit the very informative website from the folks at Skora, RunReal.com.
Skora offers two shoes; the Form or the Base, and they will be adding a new style this March as seen here. I chose the Woman’s Form ($185.00), in white/pink/blue, which is one choice of four, but new colors in the Base and Form will be available in the spring as well. When I put the shoe on, the first thing I noticed was the lack of a tongue, which was an odd feeling!! With the shape of the shoe being so close to the human foot, they aren’t kidding when they say these shoes fit like a glove. I can tell you these shoes are by far the most comfortable, form fitting and feather light shoes I have ever worn. I humbly abide by the 3 R’s from Skora; Reconnect, Reposition and Rhythm. Instead of adding a lot of bells and whistles, Skora takes as much as possible away from the construction of the shoes. This helps your feet be closer to the ground and enables your mind reconnect with your body. When you are wearing your Skora shoes, you will reposition your body to the proper running form. Lastly, when you are running in your Skora shoes, the combination of the first two rules will enable your body to find its natural running rhythm. If you are a runner already or aspire to be one soon, run to Skora for the best performance shoe possible.
One reader will win their choice of Form or Base shoe ($110-$185.00) for women or men, based upon availability.Entry-Form
The R01-002W02 shoe looks very nice!
The R01-002W02’s are cute!
The Base R01-001M02 look nice.
i love the mens FORM – Mens Royal/White/Flo.Yellow thanks
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My Favorite Is The MENS FORM BLACK R01-002M01 Shoes.
Thank You For Having This Giveaway!!!!!!
The Womens Form R01-002w02 are my favorites.
I like the FORM R01-002M01 for my husband
base mens
I like the FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue
I like the Base R01-001W02 for women
Base R01-001W02 for women
Base mens
I like the Form R01-002W01. I bet these shoes feel amazing. Thanks for the chance to win them! Woohoo!
I’d like the mens base R01-001M02 for my son. He runs track and these would be great for him!
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I like the Ro1 002W02
I love Women’s Form R01-002w02
I like the form woman’s natural in pink
This Skora running shoe sounds like it is right up my alley and something I need. I have a commercial greenhse and Im on my feet 12 hrs sometimes more. To see its built just for my feet which mind you are big size 91/2-10. I usually purchased shoes that had the balancing on the bottom of shoe. It was to help with posture, your spine, good for your leg circulation. Skeeter I think is the name. At first they felt weird I did find myself kinda having to stand up straighter due to bump on bottom . Very comfy, even after a long day, and body not sore as much. I haven’t had a pr for a couple yrs and cant remember the exact name. It was by totally accident I found them. I wish I could find that exact shoe again. Skora sounds like it may be the answer to my long days on my feet. I hope I win.
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
R01-002W01
i like the
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
R01-002W01 — 7.4oz/209g
I like BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
My favorite is the Woman’s Form
the womens base
I like the women’s form Ro1-002W01
I like the Ladies Form Shoes(R01-002W01)
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue shoes
Women’s form: PINK!!!!
Form-Men’s Royal
My favorite shoe is the BASE R01-001W02.
The women’s form in pink is my favorite!
My favorite shoe is the FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue.
BASE – Womens Charcoal/Yellow/Lt.Yellow.
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue
I like the Women’s Form in Blue – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
BASE – Mens Charcoal/Red/Black
Women’s Form 1st blue 2nd white/pink
I like the womens base
I like these for hubby MENS BLACK/WHITE/BLUE
R01-002M0
FORM – MENS BLACK/WHITE/BLUE
the womens that are pink in color
womens form pink in color
the women’s form
I would like the base w02 for women.
THE WOMENS FORM IN NAVY-NICE-THANKS!
I like the FORM – Mens Black/White/Blue
i like the
FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
R01-002W02 — 7.4oz/209g
I’m lovin’ the women’s form in either color!
the blue white blue ones
My favorite is the FORM R01-002W02
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
I like the RO1-002M03 mens shoe.
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
R01-001W02 — 7.0oz/197g
I like the Form-Royal/white/lt blue! Awesome!
I like the FORM – MENS ROYAL/WHITE/FLO.YELLOW
I love the BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE.
I DO like the women’s form,, with the pink sole… so girly!
womens base
M03
i like the women’s base
I like the Women’s shoes – form ro1-002w01.
I love the BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE.
R01-002W02 — 7.4oz/209g in pink!
considering I have a size 12 foot as a woman, I’d have to choose
FORM – MENS NATURAL/BLACK/RED
R01-002M02 — 8.2oz/235g
As my favorite since their sizes only go to 11 in women.
the women’s form…pink
my favorite is the Mens Form R01-002M01
the ones you are giving away look to be the most comfortable and sensible
I like the pair that are shown here, the best. Thanks!
The Royal white and light blue!
FORM – MENS BLACK/WHITE/BLUE R01-002M01
Mens base in lime
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I like the base in blue.
Love the Women’s R01-002W02
I like the women’s base in the charcoal/white/yellow.
My favorite is the royal, white and light blue. They look super comfy.
WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK Love them!
men’s phase model, while I love color I really don’t care, as long s they fit my width and I have been craving a pair of minimalist shoes.
base model*
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
FORM – Mens Natural/White/Grey
R01-002M04 — 8.2oz/235g
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
My faves are the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
Womens Form R01 -002W01
I like these and if i could afford them i’d own a pair
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
R01-002W02 — 7.4oz/209g
thanks for the opportunity and have a blessed rest of your weekend
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
R01-002W01 — 7.4oz/209g
these are great
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK are cute
my wife would love the womens running shoe base in blue. thankyou, ken
Honestly after looking at them all, I love the ones you are giving away =) Thank you for the chance
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
form womens pink/blue thank you Vicki
I like form Ro1 002wo1
I like the base in blue best! Women’s running shoe.
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
Like the Form shoe best
I want R01-002W02 shoes
the running shoes are nice
I like the Form in Natural/Blue/Pink
I like the FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL in PINK
R01-002W02
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
R01-002W01
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I like the women’s Form – Royal/White/Lt. Blue.
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I like the Form Women’s Royal/White/Light Blue in a size 8.
I like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
I like R01-002M01
I would get the BASE – MENS CHARCOAL/RED/BLACK for my husband.
I like the base-womens lt.blue/white/blue r01-001w02.thanks for this chance to win! connie d.
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue are my favorites!
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
I like the blue and white
I really like the R01-002W02 shoes. They look awesome!
I like fom Womens Natural/ Blue/pink
Womens Lt.Blue/White/
I think the BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue are really cool! What an interesting shoe! I’m a runner and have NEVER seen shoes like these before. I’d love to give them a try!
coriwestphal at msn dot com
ro1-oo1w01
I like Form WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
I like the FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
BASE – MENS FLO.YELLOW/WHITE/GREY
BASE R01-001W01
form R 01-002W02
FORM R01-002W01
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue
R01-001W02
My favorite is the Base shoes for women in light blue/ white.
like FORM – MENS BLACK R01-002M01
ardy22 at earthlink dot net
I like the womens running shoes, FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I like the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
The Form looks great and very comfortable
I like the women’s form w02
I like the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue
the Form – mens grey !
I like the FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue.
I like the Women’s Royal Form running shoes.
oh goodness these shoes are my favorite by far! I love them and they look so comfortable! thanks!
Oh oh oh! I love lov love these shoes. Today is day 5 of my fitness challenge. My goal is 50 pds by August ! I have one pair of workout shoes that I absolutely hate! I am in love with these shoes! Ty for sharing
I prefer the Form over the Base
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
I like the men’s Form R01-002M01 black and blue runners…though really. I would not be fussy. I need a pair of sneakers so I can start walking again when spring comes. My last ones the soles cracked and broke apart.
I like the women’s Form shoes!
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE They are very nice.
The women form
FORM – Mens Natural/White/Grey
I like the men’s form black and blue shoes…I have an excellent pair of running shoes that I have broken in…I’m scared to try anything new…lol… but my son just destroyed his with running…these would be great for him 🙂
These skora shoe’s look comfy. they would look great with my work out close. I hope to run my first 5k this year. it has been a long journey back to health. Running is my next goal…
My favorite shoe is the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE! Awesome running shoes!
love the sliver womens shoes
Women’s form
I like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK.
Base women’s light blue!!
FORM – MENS NATURAL/WHITE/GREY
The Natural/Blue/Pink ones.
I like the Form for women in white & pink
I love the women’s blue form shoes!
I like the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
The Women’s Form
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
I like these!
http://skorarunning.com/shoes/form/mens/black
i like the FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
womens natural…light blue
I love the WOmen’s FORM
I like the womens 001-W01
I like the Women’s Form shoes (blue).
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Form- womens Natural/Blue/Pink
I like the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
I like the Womens Natural/Blue/Pink!
I like the Women’s FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
R01-002W02
love any of the woman’s form varieties!
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
Form – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
Thanks for the great giveaway! Super incentive to get in shape!
The FORM R01-002M04
$129.50 (Reg. $185)
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
My favorite product is the Ro1-002W02.
My favorite product is the Women’s Base R01-001W01 Running Shoes. They are awesome! 🙂
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I like the R01002w01 in black
I like the light blue – R01-001W02
I like Form in pink/white
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
The Form Shoe in Black! 🙂
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FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
GREAT advice!! One thing I learned is to let go of ALL excuses aside from injury related reasons.
I smoked for 10 years, sometimes up to 2 packs a day. I was up to 219 lbs at 5’10 and I couldn’t run for longer than maybe 25 seconds. Now I am smoke-free, 145 lbs and I can run 10.5 MILES without walking once. I do desperately need some new shoes because my ankles are starting to feel the wrath of running in my Nike’s. Just wanted to share. Thanks for the giveaway!
I like the Base in charcoal
Form women’s in pink 🙂
The form shoe in black.
Ilike the Form ro1 02w002 pink/white . Thanks for this wonderful giveaway.
Form – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
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BASE – Womens Charcoal/Yellow/Lt.Yellow
I like the Form R01002w01 black shoe
i like form womens natural blue pink
like the R01-002W01
I like the FORM – WOMENS in royal blue.
I like the BASE – WOMENS CHARCOAL/YELLOW/LT.YELLOW
I like the BASE- MEN’S SILVER/ GREY /BLACK
I like the Womens Form Ro1-002W01
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue
R01-001W02 — 7.0oz/197g
Base in black and red. Mens 7W
FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
R01-002W02 — 7.4oz/209g
Base in charcoal/ yellow
My favorite is the FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
I like the form in pink
I really like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
womens form in pink
i quite liked the FORM R01-002W01
i like this ro1-002mo4 mens
I like the BASE – WOMENS CHARCOAL/YELLOW/LT.YELLOW
love the BASE – WOMENS CHARCOAL/YELLOW/LT.YELLOW
I like the BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue.
i like the women’s R01-002W01 in blue
BASE- MEN’S SILVER/ GREY /BLACK.
I like the men’s FORM R01-002M03
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I like form R01-002w02 – pink/white/yellow – so cute!
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Mens
BASE R01-001M03 are my favorite
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue
R01-001W02 — 7.0oz/197g
Women’s Natural blue/pink
Definitely the Form in pink\blue!
FORM – Mens Black/White/Blue
love Base R01-001 MO4
form r01-002w02 look very nice
BASE – Mens Silver/Grey/Black
I like the BASE – Womens Charcoal/Yellow/Lt.Yellow shoe
i like the form r01-002w02 shoes
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
Thank you,
Women’s Natural blue/pink
the FORM womens natural/blue/pink
R01-002W02 are my favorite
Base in charcoal
men/womens base
FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
Form R01-002W01 🙂
The pink forms.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill12@gmail.com
FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
the Form in Black
I like the form R01-002M01 in black
I like BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE they look like they would be great to wear
I like the Form R01-002W01.
I love the women’s form
i like the mens form r01-002-m03
I like the black Form R01-002W01
I really like the form R01-002M01 in black. I could FLY in those babies!
I liked the woman’s Form style.
the form in pink
I like the Women’s FORM R01-002W01. My son is taking up Track at school this Spring and I know he would love to have the Men’s FORM R01-002M02. Thanks for the great giveaway!
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
I love the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I like the FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
R01-002W02
I like the Form R01-002W01.
I like the Form in Black
I like the form R01-002W01
I like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
blue form in women’s -R01-002W01
I like the Men’s Form
My favourite product is the FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue shoes.
I like the womens base
Women’s Form
I like Women’s Base.
I like the base women’s light blue running shoes.
I like the Base women’s shoe in light blue.
I liked the BASE – Mens Silver/Grey/Black
I love these shoes
BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE – those are definitely my favorite!
I liked the BASE – Mens Silver/Grey/Black
I like the ones that are on your feet in the picture best.
The womens pink form shoes
The womens pink form shoes
I like the Women’s Form!
I like the Women’s Form!
I like the Women’s Form!
I like the Women’s Form!
I like the Women’s Form!
FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK.
I like both the form and the base!
I like the BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
I like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK.
I like the FORM – MENS NATURAL/WHITE/GREY
R01-002M04 — 8.2oz/235g
Love the base shoes. 🙂
I like the BASE – WOMENS LT.BLUE/WHITE/BLUE
I like the Base womens sneaker.
I like the Base womens sneaker.
FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
BASE – Womens Lt.Blue/White/Blue shoes for women are my favorite.
I like the women’s base shoe
I like the Women’s SKORA Form
Natural/Blue/Pink. Thanks for the chance to win!
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FORM R01-002M03 are my favs
I like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
R01-002W02 — 7.4oz/209g
I like the BASE – Womens Charcoal/Yellow/Lt.Yellow
FORM – MENS ROYAL/WHITE/FLO.YELLOW
I like the blue base shoes.
I like the Form in blue and pink.
I like the women’s form in the royal, light blue and white. Very cool! I would like to win!! Just started running last August and have already run 2 5k’s!!
I love the FORM – Womens Royal/White/Lt.Blue
I like the FORM – WOMENS NATURAL/BLUE/PINK
FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
I like the FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink
I like the FORM – Womens Natural/Blue/Pink I know they are the same ones that you featured but the choices are kind of limited for women 🙁
We’ll have much more options available for men and women come March!
Kyle @ SkoraRunning.com
I like the FORM – WOMENS ROYAL/WHITE/LT.BLUE
I really like the Form Women’s Shoe in Natural, Blue, and Pink with the yellow laces, just like the ones you reviewed! They are really cute!
Thanks Val! My wife wears that color as well 🙂
Kyle @ SkoraRunning.com