Running fatigue?
shaynataggart
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Hello everyone, just inquiring about runner's fatigue. I haven't been running to heavily or too fast for that matter but I notice I never experience "runners high" or a burst of energy. I normally feel fatigued after a moderate run and I'm concerned due to the fact I will be running a 5k as of June 5th 2016 and I need to start training slowly but surely. I am thinking it may be due to wait or frequency of runs right now, I am just hoping it will diminish as I run more often.
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Try following couch to 5k you may be taking a step backward however it's graded to the right level so you won't get the massive drop in blood sugar after a run.0
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What is your schedule like?
"runners high" can be a rare thing. Its not often that I feel like I can run forever and ever. I enjoy most runs on some level (physical, mental, emotional), but that perfect feeling is elusive.
But...you're taking like 8 months to work up to a 5k. I doubt that's fatigue.0 -
I run maybe twice a week I think it may not be consistent enough and that my body just may not be used to running yet. I am about 25 lbs overweight so maybe that is playing a role in it as well.
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I have a running high for 10 secs maybe once in 1 week, dedicating 12 hours per week to running, so don't worry at all
you have plenty of time for the 5k, just be consistent and maybe run 3x week0 -
shaynataggart wrote: »I run maybe twice a week I think it may not be consistent enough and that my body just may not be used to running yet. I am about 25 lbs overweight so maybe that is playing a role in it as well.
A lot will depend on what other training you do, and probably how significant your deficit is.
I know when I was losing quite aggressively I felt like cr@p a ot of the time as I just wasn't eating enough.0 -
Are there any foods you guys would recommend before a run?0
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ThickMcRunFast wrote: »"runners high" can be a rare thing.
Not true. Normally once you push through your fatigue, you'll experience this. Most beginner runners won't if that's what you meant.
OP why are you taking that long to trai for a 5k? I suggest you stop paying attention to distance and just allow your body to do what it can do naturally. That and work on your form0 -
lmaharidge wrote: »ThickMcRunFast wrote: »"runners high" can be a rare thing.
Not true. Normally once you push through your fatigue, you'll experience this. Most beginner runners won't if that's what you meant.
OP why are you taking that long to trai for a 5k? I suggest you stop paying attention to distance and just allow your body to do what it can do naturally. That and work on your form
I suspect that poster knows a thing or two about pushing through fatigue. Just a hunch.0 -
3dogsrunning wrote: »I suspect that poster knows a thing or two about pushing through fatigue. Just a hunch.
Possibly, maybe, perhaps.
I've never really had what I would define as an euphoric high while running. It's always work.
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3dogsrunning wrote: »lmaharidge wrote: »ThickMcRunFast wrote: »"runners high" can be a rare thing.
Not true. Normally once you push through your fatigue, you'll experience this. Most beginner runners won't if that's what you meant.
OP why are you taking that long to trai for a 5k? I suggest you stop paying attention to distance and just allow your body to do what it can do naturally. That and work on your form
I suspect that poster knows a thing or two about pushing through fatigue. Just a hunch.
lol. She might. I believe a reasonable C25K program will take you about 8-10 weeks not 8 months - look into one or consider increasing frequency to 3x per week or listen to the advice of runners like TMRF.
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You might be surprised by how much easier it is to perform during a run if you incorporate strength training for your legs. Squats, lunges, presses, calf raises, and core workouts (for posture) are important.0
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Running is very cumulative. You need to be consistent over a period of time and the longer you are consistent your gains compound. You will reach a point where you feel strong on your runs and start pushing your limits more and more. Strength training will help.0
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3dogsrunning wrote: »lmaharidge wrote: »ThickMcRunFast wrote: »"runners high" can be a rare thing.
Not true. Normally once you push through your fatigue, you'll experience this. Most beginner runners won't if that's what you meant.
OP why are you taking that long to trai for a 5k? I suggest you stop paying attention to distance and just allow your body to do what it can do naturally. That and work on your form
I suspect that poster knows a thing or two about pushing through fatigue. Just a hunch.
lol. Maybe its all 'runners high' after mile 100?
But really, be consistent and patient. 3x a week, just focus on slow, easy, consistent running right now. You should make it to 5k in three months max (and most likely less)0 -
^^^^^ Yep, up it to 3x a week hunniThickMcRunFast wrote: »3dogsrunning wrote: »lmaharidge wrote: »ThickMcRunFast wrote: »"runners high" can be a rare thing.
Not true. Normally once you push through your fatigue, you'll experience this. Most beginner runners won't if that's what you meant.
OP why are you taking that long to trai for a 5k? I suggest you stop paying attention to distance and just allow your body to do what it can do naturally. That and work on your form
I suspect that poster knows a thing or two about pushing through fatigue. Just a hunch.
lol. Maybe its all 'runners high' after mile 100?
But really, be consistent and patient. 3x a week, just focus on slow, easy, consistent running right now. You should make it to 5k in three months max (and most likely less)
Euphoria and highs didn't happen til I upped my mileage, but generally running just cheers me up no matter what the mileage. Keep at it, you'll be surprised have quickly you can achieve 5k
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Runner's high is pretty uncommon, and probably isn't going to happen during 5k training. Don't worry if you aren't feeling it. Most of us don't.
If you are feeling fatigued after running it's probably because you're new to it or because even not "too heavily or too fast" is too fast. Make sure you can speak in more or less complete sentences while you're running; if you can't, it's too speedy.
Also: Are you following any kind of plan? It sounds like Couch to 5k would be a great option for you. And following a structured plan, it won't take you 8 months to train for a 5k.0 -
i think it's normal to be tired after working out, isnt it?
I would second a structured program like a couch to 5k(c25k). I started with it, moved on to b210, and now am working with a half marathon program. c25k gave me a great base. and there is a good group here for it0 -
When I do get a "runner's high" it isn't until I've been running for 4.5 to 5 miles. Never got one at a 5k or less.
I do get an endorphin rush after I'm done running on a regular basis.0 -
shaynataggart wrote: »I normally feel fatigued after a moderate run
You should do. Your training seems to be at an appropriate level.
Keep going.
As for runners high I only seem to experience it when the intensity of the run is low and I have out for at least 40-50 minutes and even that's not a given.
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I do a long run (10 miles) once a week on Saturday's.. I always feel that I have more in the tank and I feel more energized at the end of this run. I told my husband this past Saturday that I had more... He said really?
I also weight train my legs during the week. So strength training is huge for me to be able to do these long runs.
It did not happen over night. I have been running since March, and just started the long runs about 6 weeks ago, but all of my runs (5-6 miles each) give me the energy that lasts all day, without it, I would be a total slug during the day..0 -
If by 'runner's high' you mean endorphin release, overall positive feelings after a run, or the feeling of more energy, then I'd say it is more common than people think, but probably varies by individual. For me, I get the 'good feeling' because mentally, I feel less stressed and feel 'accomplished'. As in your case, taking it slow is a good thing, as it helps avoid injury early in the game. I also feel like the added 25 lbs. of weight make it more difficult in running motion, perhaps making you feel 'sluggish' when you run.
Make sure to never exceed more than 10% additional mileage each week, but try to strive for 3x a week for runs. Start slow and focus on proper running form before adding more mileage and increasing speed. I have a feeling that once you drop the additional weightload and your cardiovascular training adapts and improves, your body will feel more agile and that 'feeling' may follow. All the best!0 -
I don't think running highs are mileage related, it's more feeling, a particular song, a specific see you think/hear/think, a combination of factors that comes suddenly and triggers the running high
the fatigue can relate to when you train, how hard, how tired you are, your mental state etc, it's normal, and I feel tired after a HM, someone else after a full marathon, someone else a 10k and so on, it's something personal0 -
shaynataggart wrote: »Are there any foods you guys would recommend before a run?
It's not a question of eating before you run, but generally not eating at a significant deficit so leaving yourself lacking.
When I commented above that I was at a significant deficit, I was only eating net 1600cals per day, and losing a couple of lbs per week. That meant I was just generally tired and unfocussed as I just wasn't eating enough to keep going.
I'm now on about 2100-2200 net.0 -
How long are you fatigued for after the run? A few minutes or the rest of the day? Every runner pretty much feels tiredness of some kind after a run. If I run more than 5 miles in the morning I enjoy (or daydream about enjoying) a 10 minute nap after lunch
Do you run with a friend? Running with someone else when you are just starting out (or at any point really) is a great distraction from the tiredness and general 'wanting to stop'. You don't normally run as fast as you can when you are with a partner, but you can run a lot longer. It is amazing how the time flies by when you are chatting.
As far as what to eat, if I run before 9am, maybe 10am then I don't eat anything. After that, a yogurt or banana just to hold me over so I am not dreaming of egg sandwiches while I run.
Keep at it. It does get better. You will get that 'high' at some point.0
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