Why Running Is Difficult for New Runners
For many new runners, the hardest part of running isn’t physical strength. It’s uncertainty. How fast should you start? How long should you keep going? Is your pace too slow to be effective, or too fast to sustain?
These questions often appear within the first few minutes of a run. Instead of focusing on breathing and movement, beginners find themselves constantly checking speed, adjusting incline, or worrying whether they are doing it correctly. Most treadmills rely on preset programs or fixed pacing logic, which assume users already understand how to manage intensity as their body responds. For beginners, heart rate and fatigue can change quickly, and when the system doesn’t adapt, runners are forced to guess. Over time, this turns running into a stressful experience rather than a supportive one.
Why Real-Time Pace Adjustment Matters for Beginners
Running works better when intensity responds to how the body feels in the moment. Beginners don’t yet have the experience to judge pace accurately, and manual adjustments often come too late or too abruptly.
Real-time pace adjustment helps reduce this friction by responding as effort changes. When heart rate rises faster than expected, intensity can be eased before discomfort builds. When the workload becomes too light, it can increase gradually to maintain effectiveness. This continuous adjustment helps keep the run within a manageable range, making early sessions feel smoother and more controlled.
How SportMind Automatically Adjusts Pace and Incline
SportMind, developed by Fitkol, is designed to handle pacing decisions automatically for new runners. After pressing the AI button, the system sets an initial pace and continuously fine-tunes speed and incline based on real-time body feedback.
If effort increases too quickly, intensity is reduced. If the workload drops too low, it adjusts slightly upward. These changes happen smoothly in the background, without requiring constant interaction with the controls. This allows new runners to stay focused on the run itself rather than managing settings throughout the session.
Why Starting With the Right Intensity Builds Consistency
For new runners, early experiences shape long-term habits. When running feels manageable, it’s easier to stay consistent and build confidence over time.
By reducing guesswork and unnecessary strain, SportMind helps make running feel approachable from the very beginning. The focus isn’t on pushing harder or faster, but on starting at the right intensity so running becomes something you can return to regularly and sustain over time.
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