To run or not to run?
TaraHancock827
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I hate running. Jogging on the other hand I kinda like. I just cant do it for long. Any advice on how to get up to doing it longer? Does it even burn that many more calories than just walking? I need to torch some calories and loose weight, seems like the skinny folk are always runners.
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Great question as I am in the same boat. I am not sure that running burns that many more calories per mile just gets more miles in per hour.0
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Running and jogging are the same thing.
The best way to get better at it is to do it more.0 -
so ponder this. running will get you the calorie burn quicker than walking. so..walk longer or jog less time. up to you. However, as you become "inshape" you will be less stressed and burn fewer calories presumably. Most runners run for the love of the run, not the weightloss. Weightloss is about calorie deficit ...running is about your health. don't expect running or walking or any exercise to "shred that fat". of course it helps, but its not the miracle either.
Calorie deficit is where its at for weightloss.0 -
TaraHancock827 wrote: »I hate running. Jogging on the other hand I kinda like.
How do you define the difference?Any advice on how to get up to doing it longer?
Practice. Use a training plan of some kind as a fairly easy way to improve your endurance.Does it even burn that many more calories than just walking?
Twice as many calories running a mile as walking one.0 -
Sprint training helped my endurance. Do it in sections. Start with 10 second sprints, build up to 20, then 30, etc. Google "sprint training routines" for more ideas. My endurance was really bad as well until I started jogging every day + sprinting. Practice!0
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How do you define the difference?
Jogging I can do for a while. Running is hard and too fast a pace for me to keep up for very long.
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Thanks for all the advice!! MFP has some great people to help us folks with silly questions!!0
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TaraHancock827 wrote: »I hate running. Jogging on the other hand I kinda like. I just cant do it for long. Any advice on how to get up to doing it longer? Does it even burn that many more calories than just walking? I need to torch some calories and loose weight, seems like the skinny folk are always runners.
As a previous runner. It depends on speed for calories burned. The best way to train is to run more, I know strange but it's that simple. You have to build endurance.
If you want to burn more calories in a shorter period of time burpees and jump rope will do it, but it's going to be intense.
If you do run get some nice running shoes, and don't run on tar. Run on a rubber track or on sand, maybe off road in the woods on a trail, you don't need or want shin splints.0 -
TaraHancock827 wrote: »Jogging I can do for a while. Running is hard and too fast a pace for me to keep up for very long.
So you can run for a while or you can run for a short period...
If you want to run for a while then do it at a pace that you can sustain for a while.
For endurance training, you need to train for endurance. Best bet is start with a plan like Couch to 5K, to get you to running for 30 minutes. From there, you have some options about what to do, whether running longer or something else.
Personally I wouldn't advocate sprint sessions until you can sustain an hour at a comfortable pace.
fwiw I wouldn't run just for the calorie expenditure, easier to get your intake under control. Train for your health.0 -
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Get yourself some good running shoes, and just jog in your comfort zone. It's great weight bearing exercise which is good for your bones. My Mother is 71 and successfully completes half marathon buy "staying in her comfort zone". Concentrate on the experience and enjoying the view, plan your routes so you see places you don't normally see.0
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MeanderingMammal wrote: »
Twice as many calories running a mile as walking one.
Do you have a source for this? I can imagine running might burn twice as many calories per minute, but per mile I'm not so sure.
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ConicalFern wrote: »MeanderingMammal wrote: »
Twice as many calories running a mile as walking one.
Do you have a source for this? I can imagine running might burn twice as many calories per minute, but per mile I'm not so sure.
Compendium of Physical Activities, based on research at Stanford. Most recently updated in 2011.0 -
TaraHancock827 wrote: »I hate running. Jogging on the other hand I kinda like. I just cant do it for long. Any advice on how to get up to doing it longer? Does it even burn that many more calories than just walking? I need to torch some calories and loose weight, seems like the skinny folk are always runners.
If you like to run then run...if you don't then don't. Lean, fit, and healthy people do all kinds of different things. I very rarely run...I primarily cycle, do some hiking, and lift weights...I do a little swimming in the summer...I loath running.
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ConicalFern wrote: »MeanderingMammal wrote: »
Twice as many calories running a mile as walking one.
Do you have a source for this? I can imagine running might burn twice as many calories per minute, but per mile I'm not so sure.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15570150
They developed the two equations:
For walking: .3 x lbs x miles = calories burned
For running: .63 x lbs x miles = calories burned
This equation is actually a lot more conservative than what a lot of other online calculators will give you, or for MET values, or possibly what your HRM says, or even what a lot of folks use on here. So I feel pretty safe with it.0 -
Run at a slow pace, and build your endurance first. Then, start working on picking up the pace.0
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Try the C25k app , it helps you build up to jogging longer1
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MeanderingMammal wrote: »TaraHancock827 wrote: »I hate running. Jogging on the other hand I kinda like.
How do you define the difference?Any advice on how to get up to doing it longer?
Practice. Use a training plan of some kind as a fairly easy way to improve your endurance.Does it even burn that many more calories than just walking?
Twice as many calories running a mile as walking one.
Just curious where the twice as many calories comes from?
From this article: http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/expert.q.a/09/23/run.walk.mile.jampolis/
Distance itself does not really determine total calories burned. How long you exercise, how fast/hard you exercise, how much you weigh, and your fitness level are the major determinants of calories burned.
According to the website http://www.caloriesperhour.com/, a 200 pound man would burn 113 calories walking 1 mile at a pace of 4 miles per hour (total exercise duration = 15 minutes).
The same man would burn 151 calories running a mile at a pace of 6 miles per hour (total exercise duration = 10 minutes).0 -
Personally I go back to the Stanford research.
https://sites.google.com/site/compendiumofphysicalactivities/
3 mph walk gives a MET of 3.5
4 mph run gives a MET of 6
6 mph run gives a MET of 9.8
METs are a scaling factor that's representative of mechanical efficiency0 -
If you like running, run. Find a beginner's program like C25K and start from there. If you prefer walking, walk. Or dance. Or swim. Or get a bike. Or whatever else you think is fun. Exercise will be effective if you like it enough to actually do it.0
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I hate it too so I switched to swimming for cardio, less stress on my legs and a more complete fully body workout. The different strokes also allow you to add some variety0
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TaraHancock827 wrote: »I hate running. Jogging on the other hand I kinda like. I just cant do it for long. Any advice on how to get up to doing it longer? Does it even burn that many more calories than just walking? I need to torch some calories and loose weight, seems like the skinny folk are always runners.
If you hate it don't do it. Find something you enjoy doing instead because there is nothing special about running. It's perfectly fine for those who love it, I am just a firm believer that fitness should be something you look forward to doing. There are so many choices, don't force yourself to do something you hate...0 -
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The best fitness program for you involves what you enjoy because you are most likely to stick with it long term. Experiment with a variety of methods (swim, bike, jog, zumba, etc.). You'll find what works best for you. The most important thing is to keep moving. You can do this!0
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It's probably been said but if you have a smart phone - try out some of the great couch to 5k apps...they'll slowly get you increasing the amount you run/jog! But agreed, do an activity you enjoy.0
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In general I do agree with everyone saying do what you enjoy, but from my personal experience: For me it took actually going running twice a week for a few weeks until I started liking it. Now I love it for itself and the calorie burn is just an added benefit.0
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I never ran/jogged in my whole life until I was over 40 years old - thought I "couldnt" because my jaw would hurt and I would get side stitches and not be able to breath. Then one day I was trying to run (because my trainer is evil and assigned it to me) but had a mild cold so put a cough drop in my mouth and took some tylenol first. OMG - I jogged for two straight miles (from almost nothing before that). The cough drop not only cleared up my nasal passages so I could breath through my nose easier but forced me to breath through my nose. Breathing through my mouth was what caused the jaw pain and the heavy breathing dried out my mouth bad. The tylenol helped me not focus on pain and no side stitch!
Also, I was always trying to "run" or even "jog" way too fast. Most beginners apparently do. They say to start out jogging SLOWER than you walk. It sounds odd, but it really does help with going longer in the beginning. Build up not only the endurance but the speed slowly.0 -
TaraHancock827 wrote: »How do you define the difference?
Jogging I can do for a while. Running is hard and too fast a pace for me to keep up for very long.
Some solid advice posted already. I've worked with a running coach for several years and one thing he suggests for all his new runners is for them to run at a "conversational" pace. As an example, if you are running at this pace, you should be able to say your name and address fairly easily without gasping for breath. So if you can "jog" for a while, just start out there.
Finding and using a training plan will show you how to build distance and speed. This type of activity, performed consistently, and coupled with a SOLID NUTRITION PLAN, should help you achieve your weight loss goals.
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Running and jogging are the same thing, though...?
Running doesn't have to be fast - and in fact, I often see people encourage beginners to NOT try to run quickly. I'm doing Z5K and that's one of the things they encourage - run, but at a pace that's manageable. Towards the end of things, my "run" is probably about the same pace as my walking.
If you don't like running, then don't. Find something you DO enjoy.0 -
I hated running, I would go out and run three miles huffing and puffing only to get sore knees so I gave up. I then started walking several miles a day. I started playing Ingress.com (GPS based game) to give me something to do on the walks. It was fun and I began to run in between portals. That slow start and interval was just what I needed and I gradually built up time and miles. I suddenly realized I am a runner and no knee pain. I like to run 25 miles a week now and it helped me lose 50 pounds. My running allows me to have some extra calories for wine and beer.0
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