Run without getting tired?
Question:I'm out of shape, really out of shape.
I used to run about an hour a day, and at first, it felt bad, but after getting used to it, it felt really good.
Problem:
I get tired really easily, and I get a cramp on my side.
I feel like my lungs are going to burst
and my side hurts soooo much that i start to run lopsided.
How can I improve my running?
Please and thanks guys!
Answers:
Run straight legged. Sounds crazy, but when I was in HS, i read a story about a guy who ran a whold marathon straight legged and either won or allmost won. You won't get as tired. Try it out.
Do you think i could beat my school mile record in three years?
Try to build up your stamina first. It won't do anything other than make you hurt if you go too much too fast. I know how you feel. I once did, or tried to do 5 miles after not getting off my butt for a month and I pretty much keeled over once I got back home. I couldn't feel my feet! I have built up my endurance now so I can tackle stuff like that, still feel tired, but definitly not that bad.It may sound strange but run slower right now. All of your problems (side stitches, bursting lungs) are a sign you are pushing yourself too hard. In fact, alternate running and walking if you have to (run 2 minutes, walk 1 minute and repeat 6 or 7 times). Pace is determined by ability and fitness. You must slow down to a pace that is doable for you now, not what you used to do.
Exercise 3 to 4 times a week, 20 minutes at a time to improve. Give yourself 4 weeks and it will get a lot easier. Ideally work up to 4 to 5 times a week, 30 minutes per exercise.
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