Jaysoni345 Posted February 13, 2016 Report Share Posted February 13, 2016 I'm a complete newbie at running and have absolutely rubbish stamina at the moment. I like going to the gym though and I like using the Treadmill but I don't think I'm running at the right speeds. What speed should I be aiming for? Is it better to run outside? I just think if I wasn't on a Treadmill I'd just give up half way - but the fear of falling off keeps me going hah! Also... how often are other newbies running? I also struggle with fatigue and motivation. So far, I've only just done week 1. Jaysoni345 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torus_ot Posted February 13, 2016 Report Share Posted February 13, 2016 I recently completed the c25k program on the treadmill, but I am too total newbie at running. I started very slow: 2mph walking and 3.5 jogging. and gradually grow to 3.5 walking/5.8 running. In fact I got to 5.8 running just last week. I follow the app recommendation - run 3 days per week. Every other day I walk and do core strength exercises. When I fill good I am playing with incline on the treadmill - variations is a good prep for the outside running When the weather will get milder, I am planning to run outside. But most likely I will be bicycling... dhagen02 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeannaTheGeek Posted March 3, 2016 Report Share Posted March 3, 2016 I just started running a little over a month ago. Well, running again-I used to run in high school, but I have since had kids and gotten old. I usually run on the treadmill because I have one available at my office building. It's also good for my OCD so I can keep track of my speed and distance easier, and it helps me keep a decent stride. As for running outside, I ran on a path a few weeks ago and rolled my ankles pretty bad. I can run outdoors on a track or on pavement that's pretty level. I'm a wee bit of a wuss, so I try to run in a controlled environment. Also, I'm on the treadmill every morning before work and every afternoon after work-it replaces my cigarettes, and I find myself moving whenever I feel like smoking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torus_ot Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Useful reading 10 Treadmill Mistakes You're Making Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swathi Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 it is slightly easier to run on the treadmill as the equipment also gives a bit of a push and the good part is you have to run at the speed you set it to, however as a newbie it may be a good idea to run on the road too, you can see how different it feels on your body, usually the thumb rule is to run at a speed slower than a brisk walk. there is no definite speed, do what you think you can do, and slowly build it up. no rush! slow and steady wins the race Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaredpickett Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 I prefer to run on the road. I get way to bored running on a treadmill. My boredom gets worse the longer the run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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