how many miles should we run per week and per day?

Answer 1

I hate public transport and waiting around. On a good week I run over 10k in a day I think. Anything to not take a bus, avoid a tram or train. (PS) don't judge today yet, I was depressed and cold and only made it up 1 very steep hill. There is about 10 minutes more light left so I better get moving or I'll be stuck on this answers thing all night. But then I'm not sure if I would say that is how much everyone should run as I have alot more time than most people to fill in and lots more desperation to pound out. I would say one should run until they feel better.

Answer 2

I think it depends upon your goals and what you have time for. If you are getting into competition or want to excel at running, I think a minimum of 20 miles per week is necessary.

If you just want to stay in shape, probably 5 - 10 miles per week is great. Runs of up to 3 miles should keep your cardiovascular system in check.

For me, I run about 30 miles a week. I compete in local 5K / 10K races (amateur level). My schedule looks like this (assuming no race that week)

Sun: Long run -- 7 - 12 miles
Mon: easy run. Maybe 3 miles
Tuesday: 5 miles -- speedwork / intervals
Wednesday: Rest or active rest
Thursday: Tempo run -- 5.5 miles or so -- the first 3 or so miles done at 10K pace.
Friday: Easy run, maybe 3 miles
Saturday: rest or another easy run.

I try to take at least 2 days a week off to rest my joints and recover. My schedule changes a bit if I have a race on the weekend (I skip the long run and make the speedwork an easy run).

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Answer 3

It depends on how fit you are. I run a mile a day, five days a week. I'm in good shape.

Answer 4

COULD I RUN INT THE PARK OR RACE SOME ONE