Precautions:-
1. No daily running in the beginning - infact daily running should be avoided even in advanced stages. It is not even beneficial.
2. Gradual increment in the intensity (that is distance, frequency and speed)
3. Proper running shoes, not just white cheap quality shoes (I know few models by asics not sure about their availability in India)
4. Avoid Running on uneven roads or roads with pits and holes
5. Brisk walking is fine but if you choose to run/jog then try to incorporate the workout for thighs (inner) for at least 1 or 2 days in a week.
6. Most importantly dont forget to warm up little bit for the leg muscles before the run.
7. If stretching/cool-down can be done after the workout then it will perfect ending.
These are just few things which I can think of. When I developed the ITB prob then I could not sustain running for more than 5-8 mins and skipping beyond 500 (
basically had problems with high intensity workout requiring leg muscles and didn't have any problem with carrying loads of weight and walking for hours, cycling or climbing stairs). Later I consulted the physiotherapist and did regular exercise for the muscles and now I can run again for 30 mins (5 miles) or more and skip at the levels I used to.
Respect the body, don't abuse it..
Happy workout. It's fun...
nitin nd other members... many hv talked abt precautions nd risks of running... wud appreciate if someone can elaborate more on these precautions nd risks associated thru their practical experiences nd not frm googling.