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/fit/ I need your advice.

I'm moderatly overweight, not super fat, but not skinny either. I need to lose these extra pounds. I eat healthy now, but I need some advice on running.

I know I should be running, but not how much. If you guys could give some info as to how much I should runs, like by neighborhood blocks (or some way of me being able to measure without a really long ruler), that would be awesome.

Thanks for any help you provide anon. And pic related, it my side fat.
>> Anonymous
it's not really distance but time spent running that you should worry about.
>> Anonymous
run on grass or sand, it's easier on the joints
>> Anonymous
I'm in the same predicament and am curious as to something even less stressful to my knees, i used to run alot, and i fucked em up.

tl;dr exercise that wont fuck my knees up that will lose pounds
>> Anonymous
>>339898

I usually run for a good 20 mins three times a week, but Im worried I'm not runnning enough. Is this fine?
>> Former prince Clovis, the very not dead
>>339902
No not really, half an hour or better yet 45 minutes would help much more. You might want to take it slow for the first couple weeks but keep at it.
>> Anonymous
You should strive to run for at least 30 minutes at a time. I can't give too much advice on where or how to do it though since I myself had to give up running recently due to shin splintz.

Actually, while I'm here, anyone have any advice on how not to get those?
>> Anonymous
>>339904

Alright, but is three times a week good? Or should I do more?
>> Anonymous
Warm up for about 5 to 10 minutes by walking. Start jogging or running (whichever you're more comfortable with). Go until you want to start walking (pain, too much, whatever). Start walking. Walk until you feel ready to run again (let your heart rate drop back down a little bit). Run again. Walk when you feel tired. Repeat this 5 times. Go home. Stretch. STRETCH. STRETCHING AFTERWARDS IS VERY IMPORTANT FAGGOT.

Gauge your body's reaction that night. And the next day. Do you feel rested or sore? Do you need to stretch more? After figuring out how your body reacts, do it again. Gauge the situation, and if you want to increase running or can run longer. Just kinda go and feel it out, and THEN get back to us. Or just keep doing what you think is right.
>> Anonymous
>>339913

Thanks, so If I'm sore, Im running too much/not stretching enough. and if I'm feeling rested that means I'm doing it right?
>> Anonymous
>>339916

You'll more than likely be sore anyways, what you need to watch for is soreness that's causing you a ridiculous amount of unbearable pain.
>> Anonymous
not that running is bad exercise, its great, but what makes you think you NEED to be RUNNING? There are a billion and a half ways to exercise, and, unless your goal is to be a competitive runner (and probably even if it is), running and running alone probably isn't the best thing you could do. Try mixing it up with some sort of weight lifting or other weight bearing exercise and/or some non-running cardio/met con using calisthenic exercises like burpies, pullups, pushups, air squats, etc. You'll improve your body composition faster, put less wear and tear on your body, and probably have a much better time doing it too.

Or just ignore me since I'm not really answering your question.
>> Anonymous
you're fat.
>> Anonymous
>>339956
AND YOU ARE VERY RUDE
>> johndoe
Heh, I never really was that much on running. If you really want a good cardio workout, actually, as odd as it sounds, DDR's good for that if you do it on a decently difficult level, it can work up a sweat. Plus, it's a lot more fun than just running around the block or whatever.
>> Anonymous
I used to do push ups everyday, but I though running would be a better workout. I guess I'll mix it up.
>> Anonymous
>>339987
do both. and while you're at it, add in situps, squats, and a bunch of other shit from this site.
http://bodyweightculture.com/
>> Anonymous
>>339901
Try swimming or cycling. Or, anything cardiovascular.
Basically, anything that can get you up to 60% of your MHR (maximum Heart Rate) sustained for 30 minutes to an hour is good for losing weight. As the pounds shave off you will have to intensify the workout a little just to continue losing the weight due to changes in metabolism and lower heart rate. Of course, if you have a good diet along with it.
>> Anonymous
>>339957
But unlike you he can stop being rude, you can't stop being fat.
>> Anonymous
ITT: catty bitches bitches about whose moar rude, oh and fat.fataffaaffaaffafaaffa.fat
>> Anonymous
While were at it, whats better rowing machine or running? or mix of both?
>> Anonymous
So which is better?

Running as fast as you can for 15 mins?

or

Running at a sustainable pace for 45 mins?
>> Anonymous
>>341081

I want to know this as well.
>> Anonymous
>>341081

Generally, Run longer, not harder. Try to run at a pace where you are still able to carry a conversation, but keep your heart moving as much as possible.
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>>341081
>Running as fast as you can for 15 mins?
>Running at a sustainable pace for 45

same thing.

the only time you shouldn't push yourself at your maximum sustainable pace is during a race. or if you're training for a marathon and you're on one of your "long distance" days ie 18 miles. then you should run slow. so anything less than 10 miles and you should run at your maximum sustainable pace.

>>341102
see above
>> Anonymous
Run 'til you're sick then run some more.
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>>341111
>>341114
>> Anonymous
>>341111
>>341114

This contradicts everything I've read on /fit. about HIIT.
>> Anonymous
Here you go dumbass.
http://maps.google.com/

It has a magic function where if you click two places on a map it tells you how far away they are. You can even click 3 or even 4 places and it will follow the path. I've heard that you could somehow use this to map out your route and figure out how far it is... but I haven't worked it out yet. Perhaps you could help me?
>> Anonymous
>>341121
whoops. i'm talking about low intensity, long distance running.

hiit is a different beast because it's all sprints.
contrary to what /fit/ believes, hiit is not the only answer. i'm building muscle mass and running long distance. its slower, ive noticed, but the payouts for me are better because i like to compete in tri's.
>> Anonymous
I have a bowflex, one of the older models not with all the crazy shit it's got now, but none-the-less, what would be the best mix of cardio and weight resistance, time wise?
>> Anonymous
Walking is better. And if you walk, walk for an hour nonstop each day. Peaople seem to think running is better though. And it is still good for you, but walking has a special rhythmic motion that in the end produces a better result then just running around. This however, varys from person to person I believe.
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>>341197
YOU HAD BETTER BE FUCKING TROLLING.
>> Anonymous
tbh it looks like all you need to do is some crunches and spot reduce that stomach and you'll be fine
>> Anonymous
>>341197
i wouldn't say walking is better, its a nice alternative, and better than doing nothing, but definitely not better.

Ive never worked out, dont know how to lift weights, what to eat or drink, but in the last 2.5 months, eating 2000 calories or less each day with 1 cheating day where i may eat/drink 3000 calories, and walking between 3.5-7 miles a day (a 1 or 2 hour NON STOP walk, only for 10 seconds every 2 or 3 miles to stretch) ive lost 30 pounds, but its tapering off and getting harder to lose weight.

tl;dr: walking is good for you, running is better.
plus running is twice as fast! read a calorie chart of walking 3.5 MPH vs running 7 MPH