Any first time runners out there?
amandamontreuil
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I honestly haven't ran since since I was a kid,and would really love to start. Just wondering if there's any tips on how to get motivated to run? Or any tips on how to get started.
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I'm actually on day 2 of jogging! I have never been a runner and decided the other day....I want to be! So I would love so advice as well. . I tried the couch to 5k program a while back and it was good, but I got bored
Maybe check that out!! 0 -
I just started the couch to 5k program. I am on week 2. Feel free to add me.0
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I'm starting C25K tomorrow0
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Make sure to get good running shoes! Doing strength exercises are important too... It helps prevent cardio injuries(my physical therapist told me that-- wish I knew before I had started running tho!)0
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Right here!! I tried the c25k app, and found it decent... but pretty boring.... look into the Zombies, Run! app, its amazing! lol. Really gets you going!0
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Here are a few suggestions:
1. Sign yourself up for a 5k a few months ahead of time (seeing that date on the calendar will motivate you when you don't want to get out the door.
2. Vary where you run. A change of scenery is nice and a different terrain will challenge you
3. Worry about endurance first and speed later.
4. Treat yourself to something nice with every accomplished goal (ie: new songs for the ipod)
5. My personal favorite ~ the Zombies Run! app (useable for several devices). You can listen to a story between your songs and "collect" items as you run. Absolutely LOVE this app.
6. Find a running partner. You don't even have to run together. My running buddy and I try to do our long runs together but if we can't it's still nice to have someone to be accountable to.
I started running in 2010 during a very difficult time in my life. I would begin my run feeling stressed and finish with a clear mind and peace. Running is my "yoga"
When I began, I couldn't run for a entire song so I would TRY to run 1 song and walk for 3 songs for 3 miles. As I got stronger I ran more and walked less. Earlier this year I finished my first half marathon and I'm currently training for my first full marathon! Running is when I make sense of everything, it's when answers to problems come to me. I hope you love it as much as I do! 0 -
You may want to check out "The Beginning Runner's Handbook."
I don't like running but I've used the run/walk program in there to do 3 10Ks. Real easy to follow.
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I'll add a vote for "Zombies, Run!". Words can't express how much I absolutely love this app! It's gotten me out running/walking more than anything ever has, and sometimes I find myself wanting to go twice in a day just to hear more of the story or collect more supplies for my base.0
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The two best pieces of advice I've had:
1. Your mind will give up before your body does
2. When I did 3km for the first time, someone told me to never do less than that as I now knew I could do it. The next day I did it again, and then after a couple of rest days, suddenly ran 5km! (Which was yesterday, and it's only just sinking in that I've done it.)
I didn't follow any programmes - I just got my foot out of the door, which was a huge thing, and then kept doing 1km until I could run it the whole way. After that it's come very quickly.
I'd also recommend running in the rain, which really helped me. I don't do well when I'm getting hot and I found I didn't expend as much energy sweating and could run through puddles to cool my feet down!0 -
Run slow when I say slow I mean slower than you think is slow. Speed will come in time0
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Just go slow at first you have to built some condition ; ) try to set up little goals every week maybe run one mile more every week or try to beat your time from last week.
Make sure you have the right shoes! Keep hydrated all the time and have fun don't beat yourself.
I started jogging last October just because I wanted for try it and went from not really running or liking it to loving it and now I'm running 82 miles this month.0 -
Look after your feet! Wear proper running shoes that fit, do appropriate stretches, don't push yourself to start too hard.0
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Does this zombie, run! App run on androids? It sounds pretty interesting!0
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Last year I was in the same boat. The C25K program did wonders for me & now I'm training for a 15K. It's a great way to start slow & work your way up.0
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I always thought of jogging/running and it looks good in my mind, so I decided one day while I was walking on the treadmill at the gym I would up the speed and my little legs would have to pick up pace or fall, I really like it. Have only started this past week so things are slow moving....I walk then I go to a slow jog only for about a minute, then walk again. This is fine for me to start hopefully I will get stronger and be able to do a 3 mile run and who knows maybe I will go further....good luck to you...friend me if you like and we can encourage one another.....0
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Does this zombie, run! App run on androids? It sounds pretty interesting!
it does. It's great! You listen to a little story mixed with your music while you run/walk - when you hear zombies detected you better get your butt in gear! haha I love it!0 -
The number one thing I can tell you is get the RIGHT running shoes. Don't just choose a pair because they are "cute" or because you know the brand. Go to a specialty running store and have them fit you. They will look at your feet, your stride and a number of other factors to put you in the proper shoe for YOU. Don't buy a pair because someone you know likes that kind. They might have a completely different need than you do. The wrong shoe can lead to injury so please be careful and get fit properly.0
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I started running in June, ran far too hard and ended up with shin splints... so make sure you have rest days!! Good shoes are a must, they don't have to be expensive if you don't car how 'cool' they look. I took a month off running to repair my body and started again on monday, I have decided to run every other day to let my body recover. I started c25k on week 2 yesterday and it was great. I use Runtastic as it links up with myfitnesspal and program in the training plans, but instead of doing the program for 20mins I am doing it for 30mins.
I started out despising running, and now i love it! I have to force myself to have the rest days!
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I just started running a few months ago, I never even ran as a kid. I didn't do couch to 5K, but the way i went about things was very similar. Do a little at a time and start out slow. In just a few weeks, I went from being unable to jog for 30 seconds to being able to cover a couple of miles without needing to stop.1. Your mind will give up before your body does
^sooooooo true. i often remind myself, while on the trail "It's just a mental thing". Sometimes i have to repeat it over and over in my mind, like a mantra, in order to keep going.0 -
One day, I just decided I would like to try to run...I didn't make it very far, but that was ok. I started trying to make it further every day and every time I went for a walk, I would try to run a little bit. Each day I could make it a little longer. While I am not at 5K level yet, I can sure make it a lot further than I could that first day! I agree with the shoes and I don't have the zombie app yet, but all of these posts make me want it!! I would say just try...it will come if you are patient and give it your best each time!0
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I started running a year and a half ago and have completed multiple 5Ks, 10Ks, and HM's. a few tips:
1.) Buy a good pair of running shoes
2.) Don't try to do too much at once
3.) you will have good run days and bad run days. Pushing through on the bad runs make the good runs better.
4.) You will have days where you would rather be lazy and not run, these are days you should run the most.
5.) Take a day or two off from running.
6.) Have fun! If you're having fun, you will do it forever.0 -
The number one thing I can tell you is get the RIGHT running shoes. Don't just choose a pair because they are "cute" or because you know the brand. Go to a specialty running store and have them fit you. They will look at your feet, your stride and a number of other factors to put you in the proper shoe for YOU. Don't buy a pair because someone you know likes that kind. They might have a completely different need than you do. The wrong shoe can lead to injury so please be careful and get fit properly.
I know this is good advice. I know that a good pair of running shoes means not only happy feet, but may also prevent knee and back pain. However, for those of us who don't have the money to find a special store and get fit with a pair of shoes that we'll need to replace in six months.......does anyone have any recommendations?0 -
Last year I was in the same boat. The C25K program did wonders for me & now I'm training for a 15K. It's a great way to start slow & work your way up.
What program are you using to train for the 15k?. I just recently completed my first 5k and would like to do a half marathon in spring '14, a girl can dream!!0 -
I just started running a couple months ago, I got a pair of Skechers GOrun r. I got them at shoe carnival for about 75.00. Love them. I have a lot of pain from Plantar fasciitis, and these are a mid strike shoe, so I don't hit hard on my heel. best money I ever spent. So comfy. I wear them all the time. and they are super cute too!0
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I always thought of jogging/running and it looks good in my mind, so I decided one day while I was walking on the treadmill at the gym I would up the speed and my little legs would have to pick up pace or fall, I really like it. Have only started this past week so things are slow moving....I walk then I go to a slow jog only for about a minute, then walk again. This is fine for me to start hopefully I will get stronger and be able to do a 3 mile run and who knows maybe I will go further....good luck to you...friend me if you like and we can encourage one another.....
This is pretty much how I started out too. I can run 1 mile on my treadmill before I need to walk for a minute or two. I am hoping by the end of the month I can get myself to start running outside. I would LOVE the change of scenery
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I honestly haven't ran since since I was a kid,and would really love to start. Just wondering if there's any tips on how to get motivated to run? Or any tips on how to get started.
I'm still looking for motivation. I know I want to be able to run, but when I start running, I instantly get miserable - not to mention winded. I can run for close to a minute, tops...that's the point where I tend to decide that it's too much for me, even though I could (probably) physically continue. I have used the C25K app, which is effective if you're already motivated, but as others have said, it gets pretty boring. I want to try this Zombie Run app that everyone is talking about...
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I started the C25K by ZenLabs about a month ago - I'm going slow - only two days a week instead of three and I took two weeks off for the heat wave since I didn't want to get discouraged. Also my calves aren't really appreciating my newfound ambition to become a runner. I was a tap-dancer (don't judge me) for about 20 years and it built some rock solid calf muscles but they are very short and tight - running is stretching them out and they aren't going along with the plan as well as the rest of me is.
SHOES - very important - it is well worth the expense. I got Brooks Defyance 6 and they are like wearing slippers they are so comfy. Following the program is super simple and turning out to be quite fun.
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Couch to 5k, definitely! I agree with another poster who said to sign up for a 5k 2 months out from when you start the program. It will give you something to train for! I've lost 60 pounds since I started running, and now it's like an addiction for me (I always HATED it before!). I couldn't run for 2 minutes when I started, and now I'm running my first 10k tomorrow! Anyway, the C25k program is great because it sets achievable goals (like jog 1 minute, walk 2 minutes to start), so you're not trying to do too much too soon. It will probably be uncomfortable to start with, but just remember to stretch, stretch, stretch! If you have to stop in the middle of a run to stretch, so be it. It takes time to building up running muscles!
I also recommend Chi Running, by Danny Dreyer. It taught me a lot about relaxing my body during running - using gravity to do half the work for you, instead of straining your legs and exhausting yourself. I feel like I can run a lot longer now and it is way less stressful on my body. I listened to it on audiobook and it was very informative.
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I don't consider myself a runner at all, but have always wanted to run. I downloaded an app (to my android phone) offered from zen labs call c25k (it has has a pink breast cancer symbol on the app) It takes you through an eight week program gradually having you jog/run more each time. I am up to week 4 day 3, and so far am really enjoying it. Check it out!0
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Runners world .com has articles and tips on how to get started without getting hurt which of course is the most important thing.0
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