Running

[Uglyrichie]

I wanna start running, I have gotten fat being unmotivated to do anything. Was thinking every other day lift 1 run 1 type of deal. I decided on running just to get me outside more. Any suggestions on best way to go about it as a non runner. I have bought a pair of shoes. Kinda looking for ways not to fuck myself up right off the bat.

 

[QueenBee]

I wanna start running, I have gotten fat being unmotivated to do anything. Was thinking every other day lift 1 run 1 type of deal. I decided on running just to get me outside more. Any suggestions on best way to go about it as a non runner. I have bought a pair of shoes. Kinda looking for ways not to fuck myself up right off the bat.

Here is a training plan geared towards running a 5k, and also great for just giving you a head start. Lots of different training plans.

 

[Uglyrichie]

@Kim thank you

 

[T&H]

I wanna start running, I have gotten fat being unmotivated to do anything. Was thinking every other day lift 1 run 1 type of deal. I decided on running just to get me outside more. Any suggestions on best way to go about it as a non runner. I have bought

Start slow, don't make the mistake of running all your runs too fast. If you're trying to lose weight running, longer slower runs will help while you build a base for faster running.

I'd not run too many miles in the beginning, see how your first few days go. Some people can take time off and run a bunch out the gate, others have to work up to a mile or two at a time.

Work on your running form, be careful to not heel strike too much. Or else shin splints will sideline you.

If you're serious about running after some time, get a Garmin or other GPS watch. Best running investment next to a pair of quality shoes.

 

[Barny]

Don't forget to stretch!! I know that pretty much teaching your grandmother to suck eggs, but it'll really help with recovery after each run.

Foam rollers, tennis balls, hockey balls and even golf balls are great. I'm a fairly heavy -108kg (238lbs) dude, and after a while my calves in particular need a good roll out. It'll help reduce injury and prevent shin splints too

Hope the running is going well dude?

 

[Uglyrichie]

Start my run/ walk today slowly working into it. Whole family is doing it so it's been interesting. My 10 year old is bored and wants to go home after a mile. Thinking of making him kick a soccer ball around the track see if I can get more out of him

 

[Roco Bama]

I went from running out of breath and unable to run for 2 minutes to running nonstop for 5 miles in just 2 months. Download the nile run club app and get your ass moving.

I completed 5 miles this morning in 47 minutes.