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submitted 10 hours ago by 5null5@lemmy.ml to c/running@lemmy.world

As title says, I started running again after 1 year break and gained weight therefore I'm little bit anxious about overdoing it without being aware of it because risk of injuries.

If anybody has similar experience, I would love to hear it!!!

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[-] Gerudo@lemmy.zip 1 points 4 hours ago

Couch to 5k is a great starting point if you really want to play it safe. I think they may have intermediate plans now too if you find it too basic.

[-] EggZackLee@lemmy.today 2 points 7 hours ago* (last edited 7 hours ago)

I was a runner, got injured, gained about 30lbs, and started running again. A couple of thoughts:

  • you'll be slower, and that's OK. My pace dropped by about 30 to 45 seconds per mile, but I realized I'd rather be running slowly than trying to push harder and re-injure myself
  • injury is a real possibility. Carrying the extra weight was definitely noticeable in my joints and muscles, so I had to be mindful of increasing mileage slowly and being better about stretching post-run, taking rest days and doing strength training
  • if you're hoping to lose weight by running, be careful. I don't know what your running goals are, but ramping up mileage and staying in a caloric deficit for extended periods aren't compatible. Your muscles, tendons, everything, need nutrients to recover and get stronger. Watch your macros carefully and don't starve yourself

Ultimately, I went on a GLP-1 for about 5 months while maintaining a pretty conservative (for me) weekly mileage and doing more weight training instead, watched my protein intake like a hawk, and that helped me drop the weight and begin increasing mileage. It was amazing how much my speed correlated to my weight and how much easier it is to run and be injury free now that I've dropped the pounds.

[-] _wizard@lemmy.world 4 points 9 hours ago* (last edited 8 hours ago)

Starting is always the hardest part. You know the motions you just have to put your feet to pavement. Listen to your body and you'll be fine.

[-] TheOriginalMattman@lemmy.world 4 points 10 hours ago* (last edited 10 hours ago)

There's an app called Just Run.

Perfect for getting back into it, and it's free. Do it at a pace you can handle but challenge yourself a little each time to build stamina. Consistency is your best friend.

Youtube for warm up and cool down exercises. Stretch!

[-] Pinkie_Toe@lemmy.world 3 points 7 hours ago

Yeah. Couch to 5K is the way to go and apps like Just Run help. Listen to your body and don't over do it. I just ran my first 5K today after working back from a long hiatus because of surgery. I've gained a lot of weight and hoping improving my diet and getting back to running will help trim me up. Good luck!

[-] the_q@piefed.social 2 points 9 hours ago

Depending on your weight I'd stick to walking.

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