Running

Bon1022
Bon1022 Posts: 25
in Fitness and Exercise
I'm very impressed with the number of runners we have.

Is there anyone like me that has problems running at "my" weight". ( 237) ? I'm seeing people that are heavier than me run at a nice clip, but I can barely get my feet off the ground.

When I did try, I wondered if they bras for butts))))

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  • jaz050465
    jaz050465 Posts: 3,508 Member
    Have you looked at the couch 2 5 k programme (C25k). You can get apps, podcasts or just google the programme. It's for total beginners and is great.
  • swimbikerun2006
    swimbikerun2006 Posts: 29 Member
    I am a heavy runner....and have found the Jeff Galloway method the best way for me to maintain regular runs without injury & with the most enjoyment. It's a walk/run method- This morning I did 3 miles. Ran 1:15/Walked 1:00. Some days we do 1:00/:45 others we do 1:30/1:00 and when we do long runs we do 1:00/1:00.

    I would like to work my way to 4:00/1:00...but for now, I am enjoying progress! :))

    Doing Little Rock Half Marathon in March.
  • trail_rnr
    trail_rnr Posts: 337 Member
    There ARE bras for butts (kind of)! Compression shorts. They aren't the most comfortable thing in the world but they do the trick. You can just wear them under your running pants. They will be tight; that's how they are supposed to fit.

    I did a quick search on plus size compression shorts and it looks like they are available up to about 2X or 20. You don't want just bike shorts; you want something that has the word "compression" in its name. I bet that if you look around a bit you'll find other options and sizes.

    http://plussize.lovetoknow.com/Women's_Compression_Shorts

    http://www.teamestrogen.com/product/apparel/bottoms/shorts/fitted/general/2x/c0-c1-c24-c117-c118-c26-so100002~2X.html

    LIke swimbikerun says: walk, jog, walk, jog. You can do it! :flowerforyou:
  • yoovie
    yoovie Posts: 17,121 Member
    go slow and steady and take little steps until you can either level up or get under 200 pounds :drinker:
  • DirtyForWeeks
    DirtyForWeeks Posts: 16 Member
    Before I was in the military, I was a good 250 and never ran in my life. They taught me the basics of being safe, controlling your body (so you don't freak out and over breath causing poor form) and cadence (in other words pace).
    I'm not saying join the military, but a good recommendation is:
    1. Stretch!! Stretch before and after your run, especially your calves to prevent shin splints.
    2. Start slow. Find your comfortable pace to where you can run for .25 - .35 without stopping or dying.
    3. The right music makes all the difference. I listen to Army Cadence songs. You will naturally follow the sounds and the steps keeping you in perfect rhythm.
    4. Get in the right mindset. <-- my favorite. Don't worry about others. You have a job, go do it.

    I dont mean to sound preachy or an expert because I'm far from. These are guidelines that I follow and have helped.
  • msfaithful
    msfaithful Posts: 88 Member
    <--- This chick was NEVER a runner until a friend encouraged me to try C25K so she could have a fitness buddy. This program has changed my mindset. I classify myself as a jogger because my runs are slow paced.

    Loganhclark outlined the best recommentations with #3 being almost an absolute must. I tried running without music yesterday and it was hard.


    "Do your best & forget the rest" - Tony Horton, P90X

    Good luck! :flowerforyou:

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