I started running this week, I plan on waking up at 4 am and go running around 5 am… The problem is I feel like I can barely move my legs! I am quite active but running I’ve always struggled with and I really want to keep doing it through life 🥺 please help me 🙏

  • Ferrous@lemmy.ml
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    7 months ago
    1. sustained elevated heartbeat is what gets you into shape. Aim for long slow runs over erratic runs with walking mixed in.

    2. if you are doing this as a lifestyle thing, I commend you. If you are an early riser, 5am runs are the way to go. However, find a running schedule that is sustainable. If you find yourself struggling to keep at the morning runs, adjust your schedule into one that allows you to be routine.

    Best of luck

  • Vaeril@sh.itjust.works
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    7 months ago

    I wouldn’t run everyday if I were you. Maybe start with 2-3 times a week. Honestly, you don’t need to run much to be in pretty good shape. 30 mins a couple times a week and you’ll be golden.

  • dubyakay@lemmy.ca
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    7 months ago

    Why do you need to get up at 4am to run at 5am? Prep stuff the night beforehand, get up at 5 and be out the door by 5:02am. No coffee, no shitting, no turning and tossing and stretching for half an hour in bed.

    Just go out and run and deal with the rest after.