Can't catch a full breath when running?

Maybe your heart rate is too fast. Unless you are out racing, you should be able to keep a conversation while running. This would also include decent breaths.

If you cannot do this, I would suggest slowing down, and then building up the speed slowly.

Good luck.

I was the same when I started running I think it's our bodies way of saying 'what the hell are you doing?'

Seriously I would say as you get fitter your breathing I will get easier. What I did (following advise from my GP) was concentrated in slowing down my breathing I still use it now on days when to feels tough. So it was breathe in deeply & slowly so in for count of 6 (I use my steps) hold for 2 & then out for 8 - controlled.

Also run with a straight back & head high & proud - give your lungs Soave to get that fresh air in, it's very easy to slump when you're tired

My mum started running with me 4 months ago I've had her do the same, she's told me she can't but you know she's getting there with it now. Don't just wait til you're running do it at work /watching tv / driving to work just take a few mins out & concentrate on breathing slowly. You will improve.

And well done on the running keep up the great work :-)

I was the same way 4 weeks ago when I started trying to run. I kept at it and then one day I did it! I got a good deep breath in. I believe we just have to build our lungs up to it. Keep at it

-V-