Fitness Advice, no smart arses?

Question

Ive took the plunge and taken up jogging, but I am wanting to know, when, if ever, will the same distance start to get easier.

Also is there a quick way to increase my cardiovascular fitness, or is it a case of simply pounding the streets.

Cheers for taking the time out,

Answer 1

OH YES! I would first encourage you to jog for time, not distance. You see, if you run for distance, on a bad day, you beat yourself up, and on a strong day, you don't go as far as your body wants to. I try to encourage people to start with a walk-jog schedule. You walk to warm up a few minutes, and then you jog for a couple or three. You should be able to do that for 30min. or so without strain, and when you are done, you have increased your heart beat, and respiratory system for 30 min, not the ten or so most people start out with. You will shape up faster, and there will be less chance of a break-down this way. You just add a minute or so each week to your run-time, and soon you will be able to jog for 30 min., which will be enough for cardio-respiratory fitness if done four times a week. It's also a good start out place if you want to run farther. Good Luck, and BE CAREFUL. Any spots of specific pain indicate a problem The idea is not to run an hour in 2 weeks, but to still be running in two years. That will not happen if you get hurt right off the real. DON'T SCRIMP ON SHOES. Poor shoes are probably the biggest cause of pain and injury. CHOW!

Answer 2

Sure..it will get easier. Aerobics class, step class, bike spinning, going up and down stairs instead of using an elevator. Always check with your Doctor before doing any strenuous exercise especially if you are just starting out. It will be each individuals body makeup and how much time you put into it to see any results. You will know when you can go longer and farther because you are building your endurance has been building up. It should become your lifestyle for a long good fit life. I CONGRATULATE YOU for taking the plunge to a happier healthy life!

Answer 3

I hate running, but am all about the walking. Walking at a moderate to quick pace, taking long, comfortable strides for a mile has nearly the same cardiovascular benefits as jogging or running for a mile. Plus, walking is much easier on your joints, especially your knees.

Answer 4

it took me about a month to get comfortable with 3 miles, running 2-3 times a week. it also helps to vary your environment, i.e. jogging in your neighborhood, at the gym on the treadmill, or any trails that may be near you.

there's also so many ways to increase your cardiovasc. fitness by any type of aerobic activity. if your knees start to give, maybe try an elliptical machine or try swimming which is low impact but great for your heart and toning of your overall body.

Answer 5

If you have no other health problems re heart and respiratory or diabetes it should get easier over time.

The British Heart Foundation will be able to advise you on cardiovascular fitness, just do a web search.

Keep up the good work.

Answer 6

Great for you first off ! Jogging is hard, I love to work out but when it comes to running, I can't last 5 mins. Instead I joined a gym and work out on the elipticals or other things that give a good cardio workout but aren't as hard on my knees. One great thing to get a good stamina is kickboxing, take up a class or get a dvd, it will kick your butt at first, but once you get used to it it's great. But the same with jogging/running, it just takes time to get used to that. Eventually your body will adapt and you will start needing to run farther to be like you are now

Answer 7

i used to run for England schoolgirls when i was younger and was school champion, so then i had 5 kids and although i am still slim i am unfit, so i decided to take up my old sport, my god that first run nearly finished me off, but i persevered and got faster and ran further within a very short time, and felt great and if i say so myself looked ok too. you could join a gym and do the circuit training which will help you in all areas of fitness but carry on pounding them streets who knows you could be running the marathon in twelve months, good luck and stay healthy, Emma

Answer 8

I still find running hard.I'm at thr gym 5 mornings a week and i can still only manage no more than 2 miles.
I do smoke and have asthma mind so i guess that's not to bad a distance.
When i first joined i could only do around 200m so i guess it has become easier with time.

Answer 9

The distance does get easier but the best way to do it is to try to build up your muscles in your legs, bum, and abs as well improve your performance when running. Do some squats, lounges, and crunches to help you improve your strenght.

I would also reccomend to try to do intervall training to build you your running tecnique and lung capasity. Walk for one minute, jog for 1 minute, run for one munute and run almost as fast as you can for 1 minute and repeat.

Answer 10

After a couple of weeks you will be in top form and wanting to add another mile to your distance. Keep it up lad and good luck.