Running/Jogging?

[CAM]

Anyone here do this? When do you normally go for a quick run and how do you build your distance?

 

I've been trying to take it up (well, a while ago....) but find it hard to get into as I'm exhausted after about 5 minutes of light running!

[Joanne]

I hate running. I'm going for a 3 mile one tonight with the husband, round a reservoir

[Domino]

I'm going for a 3 mile one tonight with the husband, round a reservoir

 

...that's remarkably dark, are you dumping his body there?

[Joanne]

...that's remarkably dark, are you dumping his body there?

 

pah hahahah! Never.

[unixman_again]

I run off and on, mostly in the summer. At the start of the summer, I'll run 1000m and add 100m each time I go out (usually 3 times a week) and before you know it, I'm up to 5k at which point, I decide that's enough. I used to run 15k but I gave up long distances like that about 7 years ago; that was my 50th birthday present to my knees. Luckily, I live in the Black Country, which has lots of canals. The tow paths are great places to run and cycle. Flat, quiet and soft.

[tommej]

Sounds like you need couch to 5k.

 

There's a thread all about it here: http://www.edugeek.net/forums/general-chat/130066-couch-5k-9.html

[Davit2005]

I used to do 10K 3 times a week when I was 39, the only time I could fit it in was 5am in the mornin. A few years ago I got bored with cycling to work so started running again 7K once a week to work. These days I leave home at 5:30am and not back till gone 7pm so brisk walks to and from the Station and a regular decent bike ride Is all I can fit in.

 

I started very short, I mean possibly less than 900yards and just gradually built up by splitting the running with brisk walking.

 

The most difficult thing I found was the breathing side, obviously quite important I guess.

 

Always Stretching before and afterwards, and I guess I should of checked with the doctor but I have always done sport past times so I didn't bother.

 

My biggest worry is with my knees they are already complaining at 44.

[visioN]

Sport is a good way to get active. And going sport with others gives you a lot more motivation.

 

If you're really unfit, sports like badminton can be a good starting point. Ask a friend, or look for a local club.

Football clubs are always on the look out as are 5 a side teams you could get involved in - even if you don't make the starting line up you can train with them.

Then running clubs. Most large clubs have beginner program's you can join like run England beginner groups.

 

For me I like to be competitive so sports are good. Also in my area there are quite a few races you can get involved in, plus the Park Runs which are everywhere these days.

[ICTLady]

Would second both the Couch to 5K programme and the C25K thread on here.

 

I am the opposite to @visioN in that I am crap at sport, uncompetitive and de-motivated by doing sport with others (because they are always better than me ). Running is perfect for me because the only person I have to prove anything to is myself. Plus it's quick - I can change, warm up, run 5K and get home in just over half an hour which is a huge bonus when you are trying to squeeze exercise into a busy life. I run in the evenings before dinner - as soon as my husband walks in the door I head out, ipod on, music blasting and RUN. Best stress-buster ever after a bad day (*side eyes Autumn Census*)

[Roberto]

I have to say that walking rather than running is my thing (I enjoy walking, whereas I can run but don't enjoy it). If you really are starting from 'zero' then it might be that doing some walking to build up stamina and fitness/co-ordination to a certain level before returning to running might be beneficial.

 

The couch to 5k thing mentioned by tommej is good. The podcasts are designed to be listened to as you work out and the structure of them means you should be able to follow them without too much trouble.

 

What's most important is that you keep on and do what you can, instead of feeling bad about what you can't do and letting that put you off. Both walking and running are not only good physical exercise, but I find them a very effective way of getting away from technology and de-stressing after a busy day at work.

Edited September 23, 2014 by Roberto

[ICTLady]

as soon as my husband walks in the door I head out

 

I should probably clarify that this is because we have young children who can't be left in the house alone, so I have to wait for t'other half to get home before I can run. I made it sound like I run out of the house to escape his company.

[mrnoisy]

I haven't done any exercise for 15 years plus.

As I approach 40 I wanted to get fit.

I've just done the Great North Run after 8 months of training, I followed Bupas 0-5k 12 week programme then the 0-half marathon. Totally loved every minute of it, lost 1.5 stone and feel much better for it. The training plan is great as I couldn't even run for 3 minutes to start with.

0-5k training is run walk so it's great for building your stamina.

I'm now hooked, I also have two small children so usually pop out when there gone to bed.

[truebluesteve]

I run about 3 miles a night - about 4/5 times a week and it has really made a difference over the last year and I've lost a few pounds too 😀

 

Thing is to start of slowly (physically and metaphorically!) and build it up. That way you won't find it so hard that you give up.

[speckytecky]

My advice - don't run on hard surfaces. From experience it croaks your joints no matter how good your trainers are. I learnt the hard way, ran a couple of marathons and too many half marathons, 10 milers and 10Ks to remember. Now paying the price. One half knee replaced already and in reality both need full replacements and I'm only 62!

[CAM]

I'd love to do football! I watch non-league but not sure there is anywhere round here that'd accept a half-blind, unfit rookie.

[ellsandell]

My advice - don't run on hard surfaces. From experience it croaks your joints no matter how good your trainers are. I learnt the hard way, ran a couple of marathons and too many half marathons, 10 milers and 10Ks to remember. Now paying the price. One half knee replaced already and in reality both need full replacements and I'm only 62!

 

Running Wise I'd recommend footpaths, much better on the legs and joints (in my limited experience).

 

I'd love to do football! I watch non-league but not sure there is anywhere round here that'd accept a half-blind, unfit rookie.

 

Get 9 others and get the astro booked for an hour, or even less. Just have a kick-about.

[HarryMonkey]

I started the Couch To 5k program back in January and can't speak highly enough of it. I hadn't run for 40 years so was a bit wary of what I was about to do but I can honestly say that it has changed my whole view of running. I entered my first race in March and regularly do a Parkrun. Since graduating from the C25K, I've embarked on the Bridge To 10k program and whist it's hard work, I am loving it. I'm not allowed to run at the moment as I've damaged my Achilles but can't wait to get the running shoes on again.

 

My advice would be to download the C25K podcasts and follow them, making sure that you rest when it tells you to, listen to your body and don't try to over do it. Get a decent (not necessarily expensive) running shoes and get out there and enjoy yourself.

[CAM]

So, need to get an MP3 player for Couch to 5k. Any recommendations?

[Joanne]

Have you got a smart phone? Just use that.

[visioN]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Armbands-Running-Cycling-Jogging-Blackberry/dp/B00JQBLIIC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411567553&sr=8-1&keywords=smart+phone+armband

£2!