i am 30 years old and walk at 3.2 miles per hour. I am five feet three inches tall. i was told to run at 5.5 miles per hour, but that is too fast for me. i just dont think i was given good advice, becaise i have trouble breathing and my face turns red at that pace. i have tried very hard to keep up this pace, but it is not good for me.
i am now running at 4.5 miles per hour and complete one mile without difficulty. i am somewhat of a beginner runner, however i work out a lot-- lift weights and walk a lot etc. maybe 4x per week?
does 4.5 miles per hour and doing one mile sound like a good beginning strategy for someone of my height? i am 5'3.
i am self conscious because i think my height and body type are not predisposed for running activities. i dont have a running type of figure. i just want to know where i am in regard to other people of my height age and fitness level. i used to be in track and cross country as a child and i always felt people run better than me.
thank you.
2007-03-10
13:52:17
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