[header] How to get started in parkour or free running [title] Get in shape. [step] You must have endurance. Work on basic calisthenics like push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups and squats. 
These are the basic building blocks for practicing parkour. Experts say you should be capable of performing 25 push-ups , 5 pull-ups and 50 full squats before you formally get started in parkour.