If you have never run, I would recommend a couple of sessions with a running coach to get you started. He/she will teach you proper form (stride length, foot strike, arm and hand position, hip position, etc); teach you how to do flexibility exercises; and teach you how to train smart to prevent injury to yourself.


A resource for running coaches is Road Runners Club of American (RRCA). RRCA is also a good resource for running in general.

http://www.rrca.org/find-a-coach/