I just want to be a good runner. I want to increase my endurance and strength so I can run further, for a longer amount of time. Today I ran 4 miles. That is long for me people! I really look up to those who can run further. A lot further. I was able to put in 4 miles today, with a little walking in some parts. But, overall I did it in 48 minutes. It felt good. I wasn't sore, I wasn't too tired. Maybe I just need to push myself a little harder. I am working on doing other things during the week to keep myself from getting injured. Any words of wisdom from fellow runners out there? Any pointers? I could use any advice or motivation!
5.29.2006
I am SO a beginning runner...
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First of all, way to go on the 4 miles.
My advice would be to build up the miles slowly and follow the 10% increase rule, but also try to stay consistent in the buildup. Also you might try to make your long run 1 mile longer each week and see how it feels.
I have had problems in the past with building up the miles too quickly and also being very erratic in my weekly mileage.
I know it sounds easy to listen to your body, but if you are increasingly tired it can be a good thing in that you are pushing your body to new limits, but it also means you are susceptible to injury so be careful.
It took me 4 months of running before I could run 4 miles without stopping so I know where you are coming from. Good Luck!
Hi! I'm checking in from Rob's blog. Rob is giving you some good advice there - the only thing I'd add is that it's okay to hit a mileage, like four, and stay there for a week or two till you are comfortable, then increase it. Give yourself plenty of time to build up.
Good for you for getting out there and doing it!
Ditto on the previous comments...
Only postive energy...nothing negative about your runs no matter what the mileage!
You're doing great!
I am new to your blog as well. I echo was Rob says with regards to the 10% rule. Plot increases to your mileage nice and slow and it happen over time. The great Keynan runners have an expression about 'letting the run come to them'. It will soon come to you too.
Be sure and rest because it's when you rest that your muscles recover and grow strong. Resting is as important as running. So, don't fret or feel guilty about taking every other day off.
Take care of yourself.
Running is one of the ultimate "slow reward" sports: sometimes it can take months or years to see improvements in endurance or speed.
My philosophy is to do it because you enjoy it, and the fitness/distance/speed will gradually take care of itself.
Don't rush things!
Congrats on the 4 miles. Pretty soon you will be saying " I only ran 4 miles today."
Interesting site. Useful information. Bookmarked.
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