10 running rules you should be following

Master different terrains

Mixing up terrains and the way you approach them will make you a stronger runner. If you constantly run the same route you may get faster and better at particular aspects, but come the day you try another part you may come unstuck.

Hills will help you to increase your strength as a runner, because they require you to intensify the force you put into your stride. 

Flat surfaces are a great way to get a personal best but it is also good for practising pacing.

Trail running is a great way to give your joints a break from road running, and the natural hurdles such as tree roots can add an exciting aspect to your workout. But, you may have to consider trail running shoes, as mud and grass can become very slippery in standard trainers.

Road running can be the harshest on your joints and can cause knee, ankle, back and hip complaints. Therefore it is important to wear cushioned shoes that absorb some of the shock.

As a newbie it is important to expose yourself to everything to find out what is most enjoyable and what areas you thrive in. You never know, you could be a dark horse in the hills department!