article_snippet.sent: Get out and start walking then build up to running and you will see the health improvements.'
article_snippet.sent: Julia advised anyone who is concerned about taking up running to speak to their doctor first.
article_snippet.sent: To avoid injury, Julia also recommends wearing supportive trainers, starting slowly and stretching after running.
article_snippet.sent: Invest in a good pair of trainers and some seam-free running socks.
article_snippet.sent: You are best going to a specialist shop for this as they will assess your running gait (or style) to find the appropriate pair.
article_snippet.sent: Aside from running shoes, this is the other essential for women.
article_snippet.sent: If you haven't run before, download a couch to 5km programme or app (there are plenty available for free) as they advocate lots of walking and running to start with.
article_snippet.sent: Build up gradually, increasing your running duration by no more than 10 per cent every week.
article_snippet.sent: , I recommend everyone tries a parkrun (parkrun.org.uk) after about 5-6 weeks of running regularly.