is it okay to run 5/6 days a week?

BeautyFromPain
BeautyFromPain Posts: 4,952 Member
edited October 3 in Fitness and Exercise
Okay so my gym routine consists of hour cardio, and half hour weights and the 30 day shred before work when i can fit it in.
I am only new to running (jogging) on the treadmill, just wondering is it okay to run 5/6 days a week for 20 or so minutes or will this cause you to burn out?

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  • cwglosin4vaca
    cwglosin4vaca Posts: 63 Member
    I have heard that every other day is good BUT I try to run 5/6 days a week and by day 5 Im burnt lol So maybe next week I will try a MWF schedule
  • sweetheart03622
    sweetheart03622 Posts: 928 Member
    The only real 'burn out' you risk here is going to be boredum. It's very tough to 'over-train' yourself at about 20-30 minutes. If you were running 5/6 days a week at an hour or more, yes, that could be a problem (when you've just started). For now, if you're enjoying it, go for it!
  • KEShikes
    KEShikes Posts: 99 Member
    I usually run 6, but I vary the time, distance, terrain, and speed a lot to prevent burnout.
  • sjcply
    sjcply Posts: 817 Member
    If you are light running for only 20 minutes, I would say Yes! I run 4 miles 4-5 days a week. Just listen to your body and run as it lets you!
  • Samerah12
    Samerah12 Posts: 610 Member
    Just pay attention to your body. If you start getting really sore heels/shins/knees, definitely take time off. If not, you're probably fine. I can't remember how often I ran when I first started but I run 4-5 days a week now with no problems.
  • Claybee09
    Claybee09 Posts: 1
    I would recommend diversitying your training schedule a bit. If you do love running that much, then possibly look at running a 5k or 10k in the near future. Having an event to train up for can be really motivating.
  • sufikitkat
    sufikitkat Posts: 583 Member
    If your newer to it I would try every other day or try to train for a 5k or some goal. Now that I have ran a half and distance run running 6 days a week is pretty ok. You just want to be careful of injury if your still new to it!
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