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At what point does jogging get easier?

Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:30 pm
Posted by PapaPogey
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2008
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Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:30 pm
So I'm a couple weeks into jogging about 1.5- 2 miles a night 5x's a week and it still hurts me bad. Hurts my legs but more importantly takes me 20 minutes or more to completely relax and catch my breath. I've got the same exact stamina as the first night and It's boring and frustrating. Not trying to be a "runner", just trying to get in some light cardio to get in shape and feel better. I'm 6'1" 181lbs.
Posted by jimbeam
University of LSU
Member since Oct 2011
75703 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:31 pm to
If you're going to run every day, you need to mix it up. Work in some short stuff and maybe one longer day
Posted by fr33manator
Baton Rouge
Member since Oct 2010
135024 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:31 pm to
The point where you stop
Posted by lsufan9193969700
Madisonville
Member since Sep 2003
55948 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:32 pm to
5x a week? If you are not trying to be a runner, why are you doing it 5 times a week?
Posted by Hugo Stiglitz
Member since Oct 2010
72937 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:32 pm to
Mix walking and running. Changing pace is key
Posted by Martini
Near Athens
Member since Mar 2005
49696 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:33 pm to
Why not just make it a brisk walk ?
Posted by PapaPogey
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2008
40518 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:33 pm to
By runner I mean I'm not trying to run 10k's and shite. I run because I don't get enough exercise during the day and I've got nothing better to do at home.
Posted by HempHead
Big Sky Country
Member since Mar 2011
56769 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:33 pm to
Start jogging on the balls of your feet instead of heel-striking.

Thank me later.
Posted by Hot Carl
Prayers up for 3
Member since Dec 2005
62909 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:34 pm to
quote:

Hurts my legs


shins?
Posted by PapaPogey
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2008
40518 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:38 pm to
Shins, thighs, feet. Might just need some new shoes. No shin splints though
Posted by CaptainsWafer
TD Platinum Member
Member since Feb 2006
59437 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:38 pm to
Stretch a lot. Before and after you run. Change up your distance and your pace.
Posted by nc14
La Jolla
Member since Jan 2012
28193 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:40 pm to
Run sprints. Extend runs. Interval training will get you there. Keep at it my man.
Posted by PapaPogey
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2008
40518 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:41 pm to
As for my pace, I'm right at about 7 and half minutes on the mile which is a little bit better than 2 weeks ago. I may try to slow it down a hair and see how it goes.
Posted by whit
Baton Rouge
Member since Sep 2010
11079 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:42 pm to
I'm 6'3" 125 lbs with a dad body. I can run the two miles with a slow pace easily. Instead of easier do you mean enjoyable? I hate it until I'm done. Every time. I'd rather cut grass or weedeat a mile long ditch.
Posted by MNCscripper
St. George
Member since Jan 2004
11919 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:45 pm to
quote:

I've got nothing better to do at home.


Get you a no strings attached side piece

Posted by highpockets
Lafayette
Member since Feb 2015
2112 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:45 pm to
Best answer: rest days.

Run less days and add a bit of distance to one of the runs, usually the last of the week.
Posted by PapaPogey
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2008
40518 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:45 pm to
It will never be enjoyable to me.....ever. So yes I mean easier.
Posted by Mohican
Member since Nov 2012
7133 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:46 pm to
It will come trust me. Your body does not improve or adapt unless it is forced to and feels some pain and is pushed to its limits. There will be a point (if you choose to go beyond that mileage) where two miles will feel like walking to your mailbox.

Definitely mix it up though. Don't do the max every day. There are plenty of beginner running programs available for whatever mileage you want to get to.
Posted by Leadhead
Member since Jan 2013
887 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:46 pm to
Be patient. Allow time for recovery if there is deep soreness. It'll come
Posted by QuietTiger
New Orleans
Member since Dec 2003
26256 posts
Posted on 10/4/16 at 8:47 pm to
quote:

I'm right at about 7 and half minutes on the mile which is a little bit better than 2 weeks ago.

That's called running by most as opposed to jogging.
You'll know when you hit it, get ready to be absorbed for quite a few years.
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