Q&A (RUNNING):4. “How long should my runs be?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):4. “How long should my runs be?”
I’D SUGGEST (IT ALL DEPENDS OF COURSE!) THESE STARTING POINTS TO ASSIST YOU:
Begin with manageable durations—15 to 30 minutes per session once you’ve graduated from a “L2R” Run:Walking Program!—and allow time for your cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems to adapt.
Progress gradually, increasing the total weekly volume by no more than 10% (minutes) to prevent injury. This is a friendly guideline to use.
Prioritize how your body feels before, during and after runs. For example, if your breathing becomes too labored (Can you pass the “Talk Test”?:) slow down your walk a little.
Shorter runs (e.g., 20 minutes) can still significantly improve cardiovascular health and mental well-being.
As fitness improves, gradually extend the duration of one weekly “long run” to build endurance.
Always include a warm-up and cool-down as part of your total session! These are SO IMPORTANT.
Some days will feel easier than others!!!! THIS IS NORMAL! Just aim to honour your body’s wisdom!
SARAH SEADS
XO & IN LOVE:)
WILD SEADS COACHING