can an overweight non runner train for a 10 mile run by October?

I do think you can do it. First and foremost, you definitely need to get in some good mileage. I would run maybe 3 miles/day in the first week and then weekly increase the mileage by 1-3 miles per run after that. To supplement your running and help decrease the chances of injuries, I would strengthen (via endurance vs. strengthening for pure strength) your body's core muscles: calves, quads, hams, back and abdominal (the "six pack" muscles along with the obleks), chest and arms. I would definitely get some free weights or get a membership at a gym (depending on your finances and your knowledge on how to strengthen your muscles). I would definitely stretch a lot and stay flexible as as possible because flexibility leads to better balance (so do the muscles in your core) and also helps to prevent some injuries like pulled muscles and shin splints. Also, I would try to make up a schedule where you can run for X amount of days and try to have a long run. Running is a lifestyle, thus you need to have: a good diet, great hydration, enough sleep, a good sense on how to take care of your body, and more sleep. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.You definitely need to get in some good mileage. I would run maybe 3 miles/day in the first week and then weekly increase the mileage by 1-3 miles per run after that. To supplement your running and help decrease the chances of injuries, I would strengthen (via endurance vs. strengthening for pure strength) your body's core muscles: calves, quads, hams, back and abdominal (the "six pack" muscles along with the obleks), chest and arms. I would definitely get some free weights or get a membership at a gym (depending on your finances and your knowledge on how to strengthen your muscles). I would definitely stretch a lot and stay flexible as as possible because flexibility leads to better balance (so do the muscles in your core) and also helps to prevent some injuries like pulled muscles and shin splints. Also, I would try to make up a schedule where you can run for X amount of days and try to have a long run. Running is a lifestyle, thus you need to have: a good diet, great hydration, enough sleep, a good sense on how to take care of your body, and more sleep. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

There's a lot of variables here. How much overweight are you? I've been a competitive runner before and now I'm considered a clydesdale (220lbs.). I know what you can go through. First, just walk 20-30 mins. 3-5 x a week. When your muscles are stronger, you'll feel more comfortable to start jogging. Also, start doing core exercises at home--this is just as important are cardio workout. Basically doing sit-ups, hyper extensions, and trunk twists. Use 3-5 lbs dumb bells to do curls and overhead press, this will help a lot when to keep your posture/shoulders tone during the walks and runs. You see a lot of people jogging/running long distances yet their body is curled up to one side or hunched over, just imagine how much more confortable and efficient they will be if they prepared their shoulders and arms for it as well. The following will be a good start. From here you can progress further. You'll have more experience and should be able to do a 10 miler by october. It can be done!

of course, dont listen to the fellows above me. When i was 12, people used to laugh and call me overweight, right now, im 17...the people who used to laugh at me back then are now twice my size. Guess why...i took up long distance running. In 5 months time, i lost all the extra weight(about 25 pounds). But of course, it took alot of determination. I NEVER skipped even one day of running. When i began to run, i could jog 6 miles in 56 minutes. Right now my best 10k(6.2mile) timing is 37:51.. Anyway, to train for the 10 mile, u have to be doing atleast 40 miles of running in a week. Dont do any trial running atm, only flats. If u cant do 6 miles at one go, then jog 3 miles in the morning and in the evening. Eat alot of carbs, Absolutely avoid junk foods from outside, especially sodas. You can basically eat anything u like, but everything must be home-made since they are ALOT healthier. But do keep a slight watch on ur fat intake. At the end of august, try running 10 miles nonstop. And u will be amazed, trust me. Good Luck

If you practice a lot and are determined, you can do a lot. But 10 miles is a long race so I'm not sure if you'll be able to get to that point by October. But you can see.

No at best you'll be in shape for a 5k. Trying to do too much too soon especially when you've not done this before is only asking for injuries and you'll never make it to Octobers race.

However it would be acheivable for next year! With proper training and build up of course!

Diet and exercise.

Diet, 6 meals a day but small portion. NO fizzy juice, crisps/chips chocolate.

No carb food after 5pm.

start running 5min a day and build on it.

Hit Spin classes at your local gym.

Drink ALOT OF WATER!.

Good luck

not to me rude,

but you should go on a diet

and practice a lot,you could do it

if you put your mind to it

GOOD LUCK:)

oh

and you could start going to

the gym if you don't all ready,

have someone help you like a love one

or friend.

lmao

shoes are worth nothing compared to your effort if your trying to get results

start running and get off Y!A