First 5K in the Book!
I have to say I am very proud! I did not imagine I would achieve a sub 30 yet here I am. That runners high definitely hit different at the end! Now to chase that sub 29! 🏃♂️💪🏽
u/Ok_Breath206 — 20 hours ago
r/beginnerrunning
5K
I ran 5K today on a treadmill. It took 49 minutes. I felt so good about myself and then I looked it up and turns out I should be doing it in 25-35 minutes. It's the first time I have truly "ran" the entire thing. I feel defeated.
u/GravesDiseaseGirl — 9 hours ago
13 months ago I was a “new”runner, today I PR’d
Hi all,
I’m a dad of two monkey boy toddlers and have been working on finding my rhythm with running. I started running seriously about 11 months ago, and my weight stayed stuck around 206 lbs no matter how much I increased my mileage. On top of that, the stress from work and taking care of the family made things even harder.
So I decided to change my caloric intake (which wasn’t easy at all). That led to steady weight loss and finally allowed me to pick up my speed. At no point did I ever think I’d be able to train for a full marathon , but now it actually feels possible.
During my training, we found out my wife has breast cancer. She’s currently doing chemo, and while things are looking promising, it’s been incredibly difficult. I’ve had to step up and play the role of both mom and dad. Because of everything going on, my running came to a standstill, and I realistically had to give up my goal of running the San Francisco Marathon this July.
Even with all of this, my wife has been pushing me to go for the full marathon anyway (I’m so fortunate to have such an amazing partner). Thankfully, I’ve been slowly getting back on track. Over the last 15 days, I’ve been able to tune my speed again , and today, I hit a new PR!
Just 13 months ago, I was a brand new runner.
I know some of you might be wondering why I’m posting this here. For me, running has given me the kind of life I always wanted . becoming fit and strong. Even through all the ups and downs, it helps me keep rolling with the punches.
Despite everything life has thrown at us 4, my running, my weight loss, and speed training have helped me stay focused and grounded in my “normal” life.
Thank you, running.
38yrs old Male
u/Moist_Information842 — 15 hours ago
Proud of my first loooong distance
I have been running around 4-5 miles for two weeks. Today I said fuck it and just kept running. I am so proud of running 8 miles. I have not run this much in my entire life :)
u/Flimsy_Mortgage_8692 — 9 hours ago
▲ 35 r/beginnerrunning
Hit one of my goals the other day 😍
I just hit this the other day with only one walking break at the turnaround point and I am insanely proud since 5km in 30ish minutes was kind of one of my goals, so I just wanted to share it 😊 Before I started learning more about running (joining a run club really helped me with this!!), I was simply going at it too fast and couldn't even do this route before without multiple walk breaks.
u/pyrraptor — 13 hours ago
New runner stats
Hi, I’ve recently got into running, how are these stats looking - tried to do a quick run with the 20-30 min I had as a study break- for context I’m mainly running on a track. any tips on how to improve my pace would be appreciated!
u/Fair-Pea2835 — 3 hours ago
▲ 17 r/beginnerrunning
First 5 Miles
I haven’t run at all for several months and decided to get out and run 5 miles today. Not the fastest time, but I don’t really care. Just happy to have done it. I’m just starting to get back into running so the most I ever ran in a week (since high school) was probably 3 miles.
It felt like I hit a wall after about 2-3 miles but was able to catch a second wind after that. Any advice on how to push through this?
u/elchapdaddy — 10 hours ago
▲ 29 r/beginnerrunning
light jog for the longest I've ever done!
I'm just really proud of myself and I felt a runner's high for the first time ever. it's a small victory, but I'm proud of it. I jogged at 4.7mph for 8 mins straight, speed walked for 5 mins, then jogged again for another 8 mins straight! it felt so amazing! I've never done it for that long without stopping to walk and catch my breath
u/Kiwichka — 21 hours ago
▲ 11 r/beginnerrunning
Just completed my very first half marathon!
Just completed my very first half marathon!
So I have a charity half marathon coming up at the end of May and decided to go for a run today. I didn’t intend for it to be a half marathon but thought when I started I may as well keep going.
I felt like I nearly collapsed a couple of times and had to stop three times on my way back for about a minute each to catch my breath but I finally managed to run for 13.5 miles at an average pace of 8.23 per mile!
Absolutely made up for my first half marathon but I feel absolutely shattered and quite weak and I finished it three hours ago! Think I’ll be spending the rest of today indoors haha.
u/ClickAccomplished205 — 19 hours ago
First Half Marathon Completed!
I’ve been running for about a year now, usually twice or thrice-a-week schedule. For practice, I also join my local Parkrun when I can make it. Completed a couple of 10Ks, and I decided to take the plunge. I signed up for this half marathon during the Easter break
The first 8-10K felt great! I felt like I was cruising. In my excitement, didn't realize I was going faster than I'm usually used to! Hit a wall around the 13–14K mark. Nutrition, turns out is very important. Managed to find a something for that final 6K. It wasn't pretty nor fast, but atleast I avoided a DNF. Finished my race at 2:25:52
Not really thrilled with my finishing time. It’s a bit slower than I had expected for during my training runs. But, I'll take it as this finish was still better than a DNF.
Lot of learnings, regarding breath control, nutrition and planning the run (especially for distances > 10K). Looking forward for the next time to see how I can shave some time off this personal best!
u/pk1515 — 23 hours ago
Banana mush for fueling runs?
Curious if anyone's tried mushed up bananas to fuel instead of gels. I was looking into making homemade gel but had the thought to just mush up bananas real smooth and put them in those refillable squeeze pouches. I can't be the only one whose thought of this right?
u/Craig-BJ_618 — 22 hours ago
looking for a stable shoe that's cushioned and fast
Hi all,
I need help finding a new daily runner, im currently using Asics Novablast 5 and i do like it but i need a shoe that is more stable and also bouncy and fast. I prefer not narrow shoes because im also developing a bunion and need something wider. I'm a beginner runner and run about 6-7 min /km. Thanks in advance. I heard of Saucony tempus, but i can't find them here in Australia. I tried Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 which doesn't feel as cushioned as i want it to be.
u/AdvantageLife5640 — 22 hours ago
Honest advice needed about half marathon
I’ve just taken up running a few weeks ago
Right now I can run 6k without stopping at a pace of 8:06
I had signed up for a half marathon months ago but only started taking it seriously recently
The half marathon is at the end of May
Do I still have a chance to run it or is it impossible?
I don’t care about my pace as long as I finish
Please give your honest advice
Thanks
u/goatednotes — 20 hours ago
Just started to run
I ran for the first time, after a very long time. Oh, the stats suck, they’re barely above a stroll. For the last year, I’ve basically let myself go. My cardiovascular health was never great to begin with but it was decent. Right now, it’s in the gutter.
I knew the run would be brutal but I never knew how much. I’m extremely gutted. I would run again but I don’t want my run to feel like a chore. I want to run. I want to love it. And I also want to improve cardio.
Two things.
I’ve been to the gym but it’s always almost been weight training.
I want to run for my mental health.
u/Small_Attention_2581 — 21 hours ago
GF and I been wanting to start running, what are some of the best shoes? Tried Vomeros but felt a little weird
I read about the Nike Vomeros Plus so we went to a shop to try them on and they definitely felt somewhat comfortable, however I noticed that at the end of the shoes (where you have your toe fingers) the foam ends and you can dip your fingers below, that feels quite uncomfortable, it’s a pretty odd feeling, anyone else noticed how the inside foam ends a bit too soon and doesn’t reach the end of the shoes? Or is this completely normal
Aside from the Vomeros, what other shoes are worth trying?
u/Treymanblok — 23 hours ago
Week