Part 1: Beginner's Running Schedule

[sierra_le_oli]

A couple of people have asked about how to start running. There are a number of beginner's running programmes out there, but this is the one I used when I got back into running (unfortunately, it's been so long that I can't find the source.) I like it because it goes in minutes instead of miles

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[sierra_le_oli]

My squirrel spies are everywhere.

Let me know how it goes. ;-)

[bonnie_j]

Hah, that looks like my baby's sleeping/waking schedule ;-)

[bonnie_j]

Hah, that looks like my baby's sleeping/waking schedule ;-)

[sierra_le_oli]

One comment posted at 20:31 and one at 22:11 - point made about the baby's sleeping habits. ;-) At least it's not the vomiting schedule...

[silly_swordsman]

I've been thinking a while I need to improve my stamina, and now that I've been smoke-free for some time I reckon there's an actual chance of making a change.

Do specifically fitted shoes really make that much difference from a pair of off-the-shelf shoes? At the moment, I have no shoes suitable for running, and would have to find a fitter in Cambridge, but I'm inclined to just get a pair of reasonably comfy not-terribly-expensive shoes from an ordinary sports shop.

Like thomaszahr, I would probably have to add a week 0 to the schedule to get fit enough to be able to run for two wminutes, but apart from that it looks reasonable. I like that it's times rather than distances, as it lets you just walk home once you're done, instead of having to feel you have to run the whole distance.

I'd be tempted to make playlists with different songs (or pairs of songs for the longer stretches later on) telling me when to walk and when to run, rather than having to look at a watch.

[sierra_le_oli]

Week 0 doesn't sound unreasonable. If you do that, can you let me know how it goes? I'm quite curious.

There's a podcast such as you describe for the Couch to 5k programme. I've got a bunch of playlists too and sometimes I listen to the Friday Night Comedy podcast. The latter is not a dignified way of proceed on your route though.

Lastly and most importantly, shoes. Shoes fitted by a specialist definitely make a difference. For starters, most people overpronate a bit, that is, their feet roll inward too much which leads to strain on the feet and legs. Good shoes will help prevent injury and physio bills. A basic pair would cost £70, I guess.

[labellementeuse]

Ah, thanks for this, I've been pondering getting a little more activity in my life and this looks good. :)

[sierra_le_oli]

Good luck, let me know how it goes. :-)