jogging okay at 260lb?

lohitverma

Jogging? tread mill / road - with the weight around 260pounds is it okay ? have had a some niggles in the knees in earlier weight loss cycles, but so far so good this time around, have been walking for 3 months now, want to try light running / jogging, is it ok or should i continue walking alone

also what would be easier on the body, the road or the treadmill

friends - any feedback based on your experiences
Thanks
Lohit

Primalgal

I would say ease into it and see how you feel. I have a friend who ran long distances at 250+ pounds. Everyone is different. My one suggestion is to take small strides(steps) and try to land on your mid-foot...not your heel. Heel striking leads to knee problems.

When I was starting, I used this visualization. Try to imagine that you're running on a sheet of ice......you would not let your foot get too far in front of you, or down you would go! Short quick strides will be the safest for your knees, in my opinion.

As far as treadmill vs. outside. I use the treadmill as a last resort. I won't run outside if the footing is not good.....snow and ice this time of year, ugh!
I had a running coach tell me that the treadmill is murder on your knees although some people do fine with it. Again...everyone is different.

Good luck on your journey...I know you'll do great!

Lori

Ely160

Hi! And thank you both for joining our group!

I agree with Primalgal... Go at your own pace and don't overdo it if you're feeling alot of pain. I know people who gradually have become runners and they started when they were 300 + lbs. Don't forget to alternate brisk walking and jogging! It's a way to "prepare" your body for what's coming.

My personal experience and my friends' as well is that the treadmill is better on the legs. It's smoother, comfortable AND you know how far you're walking/jogging/running!

Feel free to join us on our "Couch to 5k" journey! None of us are runners (although many of us were back in the days!), so we will be starting this week and all together we will encourage and support one another and share our personal experiences with the program.

See you there!!!

MaudeBeige

Treadmill is WAY easier as a starter.

Do you have proper running trainers?

Kelwalks4

I have heard that treadmills have more give, so are good for your knees, but incredibly boring for some people. Next best is a running track (the cushioned kind), then dirt roads, then blacktop. Cement is the worst.

A MAJOR thing for me is good shoes from a running store. I am a bargain shopper, so it took me a while to learn this the hard way, but I have arthritis in my knees and when they hurt it feels like bone on bone. It is worth the $! That said, I don't buy the most expensive shoes. Brooks work well for me and the most I will pay is $100, but I usually get away with $80.

I am a long time walker, and I am excited to transition into a 5K using the couch to 5K program. I am finally down to 185, so I hope that is better on my knees than when I was over 200. The thing I like about the program is that I can stay at week 3 (or wherever), until I am ready to move on.

lohitverma

Thank you all for the detailed responses , really appreciate it

I tried the day 1 of C25K with walking and running in between on the treadmill
Felt good during and after it

Yes, I am eager to take part in this trans-formative journey, so all the best to all of us

Regarding running shoes, i have a pair of nikes and also bought the skechers men's shape-ups srr jogger - i feel they provide me good cushion while running
any pointers are always welcome

agent300

I would not ever wear those shape ups let alone run in them. I have read several reports about people getting injuries because of the unnatural position it puts your legs and feet in.

Osu2k1

I am 279.2 and I am doing the C25k. I am in week 3 (repeating since I was sick and not ready to move on). I take it slow (really slow-like 4.5 is the fastest on the treadmill). But I am doing it! I am going to be "running" a 5k for St. Paddy's day!

I have good shoes, and I make sure I do a good warm up. Then afterwards, I take a good 10-15 minutes to stretch. I really have noticed in 3 wks how much more flexible I am by doing good stretches. So I would make sure you take the time to do it. I am also cross training with Taekwondo 3 days a week.

When it's a bit warmer I will get out on the pavement. I'd like to get out on the road before mid Feb so I am prepped for mid March. Have fun and good luck!!!
~Melissa

lohitverma

Thanks Melissa, I noticed you are using Brooks shoes, so i will try those out soon

Kelwalks4

When I went to an orthopedist for my knee, he said that shape-ups have caused many knee and back injuries. He recommended that I not try them.

noexcuses118

Hey, everybody! I'm mid-way through Week 1 of C25K. I'm giving myself a pat on the back and throwing a high five to the rest of you who started this week and are still going strong.

lohitverma

High Five!!
:drinker:

PS based on the consistent feedback on shape-ups, today returned them back - having bought them a week ago and will search for some better shoes
Thanks All!

Ke22yB

I prefer outside but find myself on the treadmill alot this time of year most important avoid getting hurt so you can keep working out Stay within yourself and the progress continues constantly push it and you can wind up hurt and lose time