Walk/jog/run
WallaceAN
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I have never been anything resembling a “runner”. Have been overweight as long as I can remember. I am 47 and last month (Jan 7th) started walking and a little jogging as part of my new regime. Now that I am getting used to it I am finding myself doing a little more jogging and a little less walking. My question is what is a respectable time for a 3 mile jog?
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A respectable time is the one you can complete the distance in.
If you're planning on going to a Parkrun or similar, take a look at the results page for an appreciation of what the range of times is.6 -
I have never been anything resembling a “runner”. Have been overweight as long as I can remember. I am 47 and last month (Jan 7th) started walking and a little jogging as part of my new regime. Now that I am getting used to it I am finding myself doing a little more jogging and a little less walking. My question is what is a respectable time for a 3 mile jog?
Compare yourself to yourself, unless you're considering becoming a competitive athlete. "Respectable" is a subjective term - "respectable" to who? To somebody who's never run before, 45-50 minutes would be a "respectable" time; to a top-tier 5K competitor (3 miles is very close to 5K), somewhere around 15 minutes would probably be considered "respectable".
Here's a good read about it: https://www.verywellfit.com/what-is-a-good-time-for-a-5k-29111212 -
I have never been anything resembling a “runner”. Have been overweight as long as I can remember. I am 47 and last month (Jan 7th) started walking and a little jogging as part of my new regime. Now that I am getting used to it I am finding myself doing a little more jogging and a little less walking. My question is what is a respectable time for a 3 mile jog?
Comparison is the thief of joy.
Whatever time you can do 3 miles in is a good time.7 -
Running and jogging are the same thing. Both include that both feet are off the ground at some point.....and that means you are running. Speed doesn't matter at all.
I run consistently and slowly three times a week, about 5-7K each time. I consider my time respectable for me. I've been running for a few years now. My time? 5K in about 42 minutes. The run feels good, comfortable (most of the time) and I feel exercised at the end of it.
Keep doing what you're doing. Listen to your body. Pay attention to your breathing. If it's ragged & panting, slow down. If it's comfortable, you're at a good pace for you. You're doing great.
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My first ever 5K as an obese 37 year old was just under 39 minutes. I was thrilled as I thought I'd be over 40 minutes. I haven't run a timed 5K race since then so no idea how much improvement I've made. So for me, any time faster than last August will be a good time. For you - run a 5K. Train safely without hurting yourself. Run another 5K. Did you improve?1
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Just my opinion but I wouldn't focus on others people's time. Just focus on challenging and improving your own time. Use a fitness tracker so you can watch your improvements and track your milestones. I really like STRAVA or Runkeeper. Both are great free apps that will let you know when you hit personal bests. Seeing the results in the mirror, overall fitness and on your tracker will give you more satisfaction. Good job getting out there and keep up the good work!!2
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Your pace is yours. Other runners’ pace is theirs. Yours is not the same as theirs and can’t be compared to theirs. There is no “respectable” pace, only a pace that is good for you.0
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I have never been anything resembling a “runner”. Have been overweight as long as I can remember. I am 47 and last month (Jan 7th) started walking and a little jogging as part of my new regime. Now that I am getting used to it I am finding myself doing a little more jogging and a little less walking. My question is what is a respectable time for a 3 mile jog?
Compare yourself to yourself, unless you're considering becoming a competitive athlete. "Respectable" is a subjective term - "respectable" to who? To somebody who's never run before, 45-50 minutes would be a "respectable" time; to a top-tier 5K competitor (3 miles is very close to 5K), somewhere around 15 minutes would probably be considered "respectable".
Here's a good read about it: https://www.verywellfit.com/what-is-a-good-time-for-a-5k-2911121
This.
I compare myself to my myself -- I track my stats between races, and I know what percentile I want to hit, but that's it.
I know I'm never going to be fast. I'm never going to be first. I'm OK with that. I just need to keep improving. And some races, even "I just need to not be last" is the only goal.1 -
Running is a gait, not a speed. When you walk you always have one foot on the ground. When you run you sometimes have both feet off the ground. When you jog you find dead bodies. If you run you are a runner no matter what speed. Don't worry about what others do. You have already shown improvement from when you started. I started walking for exercise when I was 47. About a year later I felt the urge to run so I used a c25k app and started running. Now at 49 almost 50 I have run a few 5ks and I am training for a half marathon. I typically run ~20 miles or so per week. I am not the fastest runner out there but that is ok because I am a faster runner than I was when I started out.7
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My husband and I are both 49 - we started out running 5k (3.1 miles) at around 38 minutes and have gradually shaved our time down to 30:32. My goal is anything below 30! Not there yet! But there are women my age at the park who regularly run 5k in 25, and one young lady who runs it in 15 something. My idea of respectable is going to be quite different from theirs - and it's different day by day - my "respectable" mile time with a wrenched knee and a runny nose the day after leg day at the gym is a lot slower than my time when everything's perfect. What matters is getting out there and doing what's in front of you on any given day.
I read a running article which called running "the unconquerable sport." No matter how fast you get, no matter how fast you are compared to other people, you can always be faster. There's always the next mile and the next goal to conquer.2 -
Congratulations on running! Running makes you feel great. Just for a comparison, I'm 51 and I do a walk jog combo. Right now I'm only running a 13 minute mile. I used to run a lot and during that time it was an 8 or 9 minute mile. I feel just as great with my slower mile and will probably do less damage to my joints. Keep up the good work and wear great shoes.0
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So many great stories here and some really encouraging advice. Social media at it's best :-). I'm 42, I just took up running and I love it too. Just run to enjoy it and reap the benefits - any time is respectable because you're giving it a go0
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I have never been anything resembling a “runner”. Have been overweight as long as I can remember. I am 47 and last month (Jan 7th) started walking and a little jogging as part of my new regime. Now that I am getting used to it I am finding myself doing a little more jogging and a little less walking. My question is what is a respectable time for a 3 mile jog?
I started "running" in Jan 2017. I was ~275lbs at the time and started C25K on a treadmill.
I've got a 10K race in 4 hours (and it's going to be frikken -10C for the race) and weigh ~210. I'm 52.
Just so you know where I'm coming from.
My 5K time is ~30 minutes. This is not a "good" time but is good for me. I'm working on getting it down but I doubt I will see much under 25. I'm just not focused on becoming a real fast runner and am good to finish without killing myself.
First, congrats on taking the step. (hee hee). But I've got some advice for you.
First and foremost, go to a running store and have a gait analysis done. You need the proper shoes for how you walk/run to avoid injury. I didn't do this and shin splints sidelined me for a bit.
Then I would download a C25K app (I used Zenn labs version). It will have you doing a walk/run split moving more to the running over 8-9 weeks. It's a great program to start out.4 -
Me, as a person who has been running for around 4 years, it is doable in 27 minutes. Just to keep a comparison
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When I started running 5+ years ago I made these comparisons and strove to be faster and faster. I ended up injured and injured again and each injury lost me months of running and running fitness. I then began running with my wife who has a fully fused spine and really can't go fast. I gave up on comparing to anyone other than myself and decided to master the Art of Slow Running! I now run 4 to 5 miles every other day and am injury free. I run for the pure enjoyment of the run. Our dog absolutely loves these runs. I run monitoring my heart rate with the goal of keeping it between 80 - 85% of max. Make sure you are fitted for proper running shoes and keep getting out there and enjoying yourself! Lets face it, your are going way faster than the majority of people that aren't moving at all.....2
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Thanks everyone for all of the great advice. Appreciate all the encouragement, especially that “avoiding injury” knowledge. - cheers.3
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I started running by walking in the woods and every once in a while, breaking into a jog. Then, I got it into my head that jogging wasn't so bad (after eschewing it for most of my life), and I did more of it. After losing a bit of weight, I did the Zen Labs C25K a few years ago, taking my time and completing it over about 6 months. (Repeating some workouts many times.)
I think you need to listen to your body and not overdo it at any point, allowing your body to recover. If you're sore, just walk that day. (Working up your walking speed is equally effective.) You can also cross train on cycling, elliptical, or whatever you want.
Steady consistency is the key. I'm not a fast jogger, but I can jog a few times a week. (I also swim and ride my bike, all on my own time.) If a non-athlete like me can do it, so can you!2 -
Why not try c25k for a safe and organized way to start running.
Most people think A respectable time is a little faster than what they currently do. If you run a 5k in 40 min you think 35 is respectable. If you run 35 min, you think 30 is respectable. If you run it in 20 min, you think 18 is respectable. No runner is ever satisfied!6 -
I started running 3 years ago at the age of 49 my first 5K was 38 minutes. My best is 33 minutes. I know I will never be a fast runner & am ok with that. I used the C25K app when I started. Instead of speed I'm more interested in distance. My best 10K time is 1:19.2
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I've always been a walker. It's my preferred cardio and I try to get out daily for two hours. Last week, I found out that Toronto Fan Expo is having a 5K "walk/run/fly" at the end of August. I am planning to walk it. However, I've also downloaded a 7-week training program for running a 5K and I mean to give it a shot in July. I guess I'll see how I do!3
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For me... respectable is 9-12 minute miles... I know.. that's a huge range... except it really isn't.
That's a 30 minuteish 3 miles. maybe 27... maybe 35.
Until you get to the point where you want to be placing or winning. 30ish minutes is a perfectly respectable pace.0 -
A respectable time is one that you can finish your run with a smile on your face.
I didn't start running until I was close to 50 (I started playing old timer soccer & my lack of fitness was truly humiliating) and ran my first 5K at 52. My goal for that race was anything under 40 minutes, since then I've gone on to longer races and triathlons but if i'd worried about what others were doing I probably would have quit.
One of the great things about running is that it is really all about you. You decide what your goals are and you are the only one that can get you there. Keep it simple, keep it fun.
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I have never been anything resembling a “runner”. Have been overweight as long as I can remember. I am 47 and last month (Jan 7th) started walking and a little jogging as part of my new regime. Now that I am getting used to it I am finding myself doing a little more jogging and a little less walking. My question is what is a respectable time for a 3 mile jog?
Running 3 miles in any amount of time is very respectable!
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It took me a few years to get down below a 30 minute 5K and a 50 minute 5-mile.
Like someone else said, if you track your runs you can look for personal improvement over time.. Endomondo (premium), in particular, has some nice PR plots versus time.
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