Runners/Joggers. I have a question.

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marshxomellow
marshxomellow Posts: 87
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How often do you go running/jogging? Whether outdoors, at the gym, whatever it may be. Also I started running a little bit last month but found that I couldn't do it day after day. Even if I skip days I notice my legs or shins get tired and felt like I couldn't cover as much running distance as I had done the day before or a couple days before. So what I'm asking is, what do you do when you're not running? Also just to note: I'm very much a beginner. As in: walk, run, walk, run and so on. Also feel free to add me. Would love all the support I can get.

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  • zoe534
    zoe534 Posts: 108 Member
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    I'm very much a beginner too, I've been running 3 days a week with C25K. But just finished and I want to up it to 4 days a week, but it is important to listen to your body and your energy level too. From what I've read it seems you need to recover from your runs in order to get stronger, so every other day is good or if not when you do two days in a row second day is easier than the first. Sometimes I'm sore but after I start running everything loosens up and feels good. I really love the way it feels to run and the feeling afterwards too. I do another form of cardio and weights, plus hiking, and yoga on the days I don't run. But I'ld rather run:smile:
  • WakkoW
    WakkoW Posts: 567 Member
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    Usually three days a week, 7-9 miles per run.

    When I was doing marathon training, I ran 6 days a week of varying lengths. That was a long time ago though and I have no interest running long distances anymore. The only race I will do now is a 5k.
  • margaritafittt
    margaritafittt Posts: 6
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    Hey! I'm currently training for a half-marathon, so yeah I run about 6 days a week, but for normal long distance running, I think anywhere around 4ish days is good. Especially if you are just getting into running, your legs are going to get sore a lot more frequently, so it's super important you stretch consistently and you'll be able to do 4 days a week with rest days in between. :) So excited you're getting into running though - it's an amazing workout!
  • ZenInTexas
    ZenInTexas Posts: 781 Member
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    When I started I ran every other day, now I run 6 days a week. Happy running!!
  • lewandt
    lewandt Posts: 566
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    I started out like you and just added less walk time and more run time until i could eventually run 3 miles without walking. Then i usually ran 3 days or so a week.

    Right now i am training for a half marathon in October so i am running 4 days a week with 2 cross train days and 1 day off. I also lift Monday/Wednesday/Friday.

    My runs are 4 to 6 or 7 miles 3 times a week with a long run on Sundays (10 right now but adding a mile every week or so).

    I mostly run outside but if it is after dark or bad weather i run on the treadmill.
  • TomZot
    TomZot Posts: 165 Member
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    Currently hovering just over 30 miles per week. Six days.
  • 55in13
    55in13 Posts: 1,091 Member
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    I run about 3 days a week and currently run a couple around 7 and one around 10 miles.
  • joek5637
    joek5637 Posts: 29 Member
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    I run 3 times a week but if you are just starting a good app to use on a smart phone is c25k it will help you build up to your goal I use it to train for my first 5k that im running this month in 15 days an I used a treadmill an ran in my neighborhood
  • txguard61
    txguard61 Posts: 51 Member
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    During off season i do 2 5 milers an one 10. My new training schedule comes out in two weeks and i will start running 5 days a week. My mileage will go up to about 36 a week.
  • Christismylife
    Christismylife Posts: 93 Member
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    I have heard the 10% rule--check this out. http://www.runnersworld.com/running-tips/10-percent-rule?page=single

    Make sure you don't push too hard too fast. Build up your mileage gradually.

    I have been running about a year and a half now. I remember friends saying I was "building my base" at first. I now try to run 4-5 days a week. I think I ran about 3 days a week at first (started with couch to 5k).

    If you finish c25k, try Hal Higdon's website. He has lots of training plans for different experience levels.

    Good for you running! Oh and to answer your second question, I mostly run for exercise. But other things I enjoy from time to time are biking, walking, and swimming.
  • tlcampos
    tlcampos Posts: 31 Member
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    so glad you posted as i was wondering the same thing .i also just started a 10k training app for a half marathon in dec.
  • AisforAmazing19
    AisforAmazing19 Posts: 68
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    Training for a half marathon here too. I run 6 days/week, maxing out at 30 miles/week right now. For winter maintenance I will run from 20-25 miles per week, 6 days/week. In my experience, spreading it out over six days is the best way for me to avoid overuse injuries and safely build mileage .
  • QuietBloom
    QuietBloom Posts: 5,413 Member
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    Here is a great link on a starting running program.

    http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

    Cool Running programs are the best IMO. It's what got me in shape for marathons back in the day.
  • joakool
    joakool Posts: 434 Member
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    Currently training for a Half and I am running 5 days a week. About 30 miles a week.
  • Mamabearto5
    Mamabearto5 Posts: 17 Member
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    I have been doing c25K and am about to start week 6. You should absolutely rest a day in between runs... if you feel like you want to do something on the "off" days... do abs or arms or pushups or something else... or if you absolutely MUST get out there... just walk :)
  • GBPack93
    GBPack93 Posts: 76
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    I'm currently training for a marathon and run 60 miles per week 7 days a week. But be advised I did not start out doing this it took a while to build up, but what I have learned is that any goal you want to achieve with running is possible if you work hard enough.
  • nothingwithoutHim
    nothingwithoutHim Posts: 140 Member
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    I run (jog) 2x a week: one short, harder run midweek, and then a longer run on Saturday. Between days it's at least one day of HIIT (high intensity interval training) and 2-3 days of heavy lifting. Seems to work for me, but just do what feels the best for your body. I seriously can't take running more than 3 days a week, plus I kinda (shhhhh) hate it anyway, so I have no problemo sticking to a more weights based training program.

    All depends on your training goals, body type (thinner or heavier), and how fast your body recovers. If your shins hurt, take a day off, ice them, and try running just 3 days a week, with some kinda resistance training on the other 3 days, and then a rest day on the weekend. Trial and error, over and over and over. Do what works best for YOU.
  • bluefox9er
    bluefox9er Posts: 2,917 Member
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    How often do you go running/jogging? Whether outdoors, at the gym, whatever it may be. Also I started running a little bit last month but found that I couldn't do it day after day. Even if I skip days I notice my legs or shins get tired and felt like I couldn't cover as much running distance as I had done the day before or a couple days before. So what I'm asking is, what do you do when you're not running? Also just to note: I'm very much a beginner. As in: walk, run, walk, run and so on. Also feel free to add me. Would love all the support I can get.

    I started running a year or so ago. I usually run 3-5 days a week.

    I think you need to add a little structure to your running.

    It might be a good idea if you haven't already to get some decent running shoes fitted out by a RUNNING specialist store ( not a ****s/sports authority etc)...

    and then perhaps work a c25k program?

    Running can be quiet daunting to start with..it's really important that you stretch after each run to avoid injury...and also, stay as well hydrated as you possibly can.

    C25k will have you doing a walk/run combo for 3 days a week. rest days are important!

    please don't be discouraged and keep on running!
  • YoBecca
    YoBecca Posts: 167
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    I do a boot camp usually 4 days a week - I average 2-3 miles per day there, but as part of a bigger workout (so the distance is usually accumulated through a bunch of short runs/sprints in the workout, but not a straight 2-3 miles). I do kettlbells 1 day a week most weeks, and then I do a long run one day a week. Currently training for a half, so my distances are increasing, but they vary depending on what I'm training for - usually no less than 4-5 miles.

    When I started running, it was before the days of the ubiquitous C25K plan. I found a 2.5 mile route, and I did it 4 days a week, running as much as I could. Once I got to the point where I was running the whole thing, I made it longer. As for recovery, you will need less recovery time as you run more (assuming you aren't increasing your distance). Make sure you're getting plenty to drink, some good stretching, and fueling your runs, to help with recovery.
  • BrianHinds
    BrianHinds Posts: 4
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    Don't run every day!! It's not good for your body if you are not used to it! Make sure you stretch after every run, otherwise you will have a build up of lactic acid ( the buring feeling you get). This should help with the soreness. :) I would recommend you don't run more than 10km at a time, or 60min worth of running. Best of luck :)

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