Recently started running 5k

SanyamKaushik

Hi All,
I have just recently got the push and have started running 5k every day since the starting of this week (4 days to be precise; albeit at a slow pace of 8kmph) and that too on a treadmill.

I have just noticed that running has been doing wonders to my weight loss and was thinking of doing it atleast 4-5 days/week.

Knees are a bit sore but its gets fine in the morning after the sleep. So, just wanted to check with you experts, could there be any problems associated with running in long/short term.

brandyk77

Many people run every single day and don't have issues. As you are already experiencing some issues, I would suggest you figure those out before you increase distance or days. Your knees shouldn't be sore.

1) get proper shoes
2) do some resistance training to help build up mileage
3) take it slowly. Your body needs time to build the muscle and tendon ligaments up to support running. Give it time

BrianSharpe

If you're new to running I'd suggest that you not run, at least for now, more than every second day to allow your body to recover and adapt. On the days you're not running do strength training or some other cross training activity.

Most running injuries are caused by too much, too soon, too fast.

Have fun!

jessicakate329

I've recently started running as well. I have my first 5K in 2 weeks. I've been running every other day and doing the elliptical or stationary bike in between. My feet get sore so I need a day off in between runs and doing workouts with less impact keeps me active on non-run days. I would listen to your body. If you feel good and want to run every day then do it. But if your body hurts take its lead and rest a little. Good luck with your running!

bcattoes

I used to run 5k every day that weather would permit. I ran in rain, cold, heat, but not in snow or lightning. Some soreness is to be expected at first, but it should be muscle soreness, not joint pain. If you haven't already done so, I'd suggest getting a good fitting for shoes from a store that specialized in running shoes. Many times joint or back pain is the result of the wrong type of shoe. You need to have your gait analyzed to know what type of shoe is best for you. The place I go to even lets you go outside and run around for a bit in the shoes to make sure they are comfortable.

SanyamKaushik

Thanks people...
Its not knee pain actually but sore muscles. I said it wrong i guess.
Thanks for your inputs.