I need to run 2.6 kilometres (that's around 1.6 miles for you Americans) in less than 13 minutes.
And I'm slightly overweight. Okay, A LOT overweight. I don't have a stamina problem because I've been swimming since I was very young (I can hold my breath for around 3-4 minutes).
My only problem is my legs. Since my upper body is heavy, my legs ache a lot when I run because they have to support it. I've tried slowing the impact of contact but it still aches. Is there any way I could do 2.6 kilometres in under 13 minutes without hurting my legs?
2007-10-21T16:59:37Z
Oh. By stamina, I mean in terms of breathing techniques. I don't go out of breath easily.
Sexy house music2007-10-21T16:54:00Z
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start out slow. take more walks. work your way up-you actually DON'T HAVE stamina. aches are part of that.
I'm not sure what you can do to make it not ache (other than practice). Just pase your self and you should be fine. When you first start running it's natural to think that you'll never be able to do it because as soon as you start you get the thought that you just want to stop. However, when you have no choice to do it, some how you just can. The most important thing to remember is that you can do it. You might feel the urge to stop running or to walk, but if you just don't you'll see that it's not that bad. Then when it's over not only will you realize that you can run and it wasn't that bad, but you'll feel a huge sense of accomplishment.
I'm a veteran runner and i was small and did not have what it took to be a runner for the first two years that i ran now i am the captain of my team five years later. i think all you got to do is set your mind to it. if you have a long period of time to do this you should start out with one K then work your way up first perfecting your distance then working on the time. as for your legs everyone has that problem.I suggest that if it gets really bad put some icy hot or bengay on them after your workout also try to do an 800 meter cool-down and warm-up before and after your runs
Also this is very important you have to have good shoes that fit your feet and feel good when you run. go online to find the mileage your shoes can get before you have to change them out. if your current shoes are over then you should go to an actual running store and get them to personally fit you for the perfect shoe for what you can afford.
I cannot stress how important good shoes are. Go to a shoe store for running shoes and get fitted for shoes. They will make all the difference. They can analyze your feet and how you walk/run using a computer and provide you with the best shoes for you. I'm 6'4" and weigh 230 pounds and with my shoes they have all the cushioning I need. http://www.roadrunnersports.com/
There is an article out of In Shape magazine in the October Issue with Sheryl Crow on the cover that has a training program on page 247.
Or check out: 5K Walk-To-Run Training Program http://www.shape.com/getfit/7896
If you need any inspiration, go to a local marathon. When you see the 80 year woman running with no shoes you'll realize if she can do it, then I can do it.
Pace yourself...I have bad knees. Another method is 5-10 mins jogging or running then 30 seconds-2mins walking. The increments of rest time should shorten as you get more stamina. Another great thing is something to distract you. I hit better times when listening to music.