Running is still the undisputed king of cardio and can be an excellent way to reduce body fat, stay healthy and relieve stress.

But many folks actually end up hurting themselves by skipping the all-important warm up and not paying attention to their form. Spending just five minutes prepping the body to run using this simple, effective warm-up routine can make all the difference. I’ve got 15 tips to share. This week, I’ll cover 1-7, and next week, I’ll present the remainder.