I have a steady routine I use to become a better runner.  I start off each morning besides Sunday where I take a 15 minute jog in my neighborhood.  After I finish warming up I precede to the next step which is taking a 10 minute break and then exercising my leg muscles and doing numerous stretches. 

Finally I time myself running one full mile and record the results.  My overall goal is to beat my previous time even if it is for a split second.  So far I have managed to beat my time every single time and I am noticing excellent results.