Running

[Nerdface]

Does anyone go running as a hobby? Have you done any distance running for charity, or recreationally? Do you do Parkruns -are these as popular in the USA?

I wouldn't say that I run regularly enough to class it as a hobby, although I do find it does my mental health a world of good. I can just escape my own thoughts for a bit, and concentrate on reaching a finish line whether it's a physical one or a goal that I have set myself (X number of laps around the park).

I've done 2-3 half-marathons, and 4-5 10K runs for charity - my first half-marathon was done with practically zero training. I think my best times were about 2h 24m for a half, and 1h 5m for a 10K. I'd love to do some proper training and try to beat those times someday.. Possibly to build myself up toward a full marathon (for some reason I fancy doing London and New York).

I've done about 20 Parkruns, and plan on doing them again once they're back up and running to try and lose a bit of weight.

 

[Laifot]

RE: Running

I do it for health, but i mix it with walks and jogging. I'm more of the riding a bike guy now

 

[Heatman]

RE: Running

Running is an all round workout exercise that impacts all over your body. It's actually why I love running unlike other exercises that are targeted at specific parts of the body. 

 

[Snowwhite]

RE: Running

Running would be too much for me. I can manage jogging. But for my body, walking would only be ideal and best.

 

[Nascent]

RE: Running

Rather than running, I do jogging and brisk walking now a days. Probably lost my stamina for long distance running. I have taken part in Marathon during my younger days, successfully completing most of the races. I have slowed down a bit and does these only to keep myself fit.

 

[Occasia]

RE: Running

The only running I do is running behind my pet doggy.  I get adequate running exercise with my doggy though I get tired soon.  I always wonder how much stamina my doggy has, he keeps chasing the butterflies and cats in my garden. 

 

[Aurum]

RE: Running

I have a fixed routine so I have to run at least 2 miles a day.

 

[Heatman]

RE: Running

I have a fixed routine so I have to run at least 2 miles a day.

I actually prefer walking to running. I tend to lose my breath easily when I get to run too much but when walking, it's that easy for me. 

 

[MorganicBytes]

Running is one of my favorite hobbies! It’s a great way to clear my mind, get some fresh air, and stay in shape. Whether it’s a quick jog around the neighborhood or a longer run in the park, it’s an essential part of my fitness routine.

 

[Henrywrites]

Does anyone go running as a hobby? Have you done any distance running for charity, or recreationally? Do you do Parkruns -are these as popular in the USA?

I wouldn't say that I run regularly enough to class it as a hobby, although I do find it does my mental health a world of good. I can just escape my own thoughts for a bit, and concentrate on reaching a finish line whether it's a physical one or a goal that I have set myself (X number of laps around the park).

I've done 2-3 half-marathons, and 4-5 10K runs for charity - my first half-marathon was done with practically zero training. I think my best times were about 2h 24m for a half, and 1h 5m for a 10K. I'd love to do some proper training and try to beat those times someday.. Possibly to build myself up toward a full marathon (for some reason I fancy doing London and New York).

I've done about 20 Parkruns, and plan on doing them again once they're back up and running to try and lose a bit of weight.

I used to do this while I was in the university, but I've not got much time to do it again. It is never easy being in a situation where you have lesser time to do the things you always wish to achieve.

 

[Heatman]

I used to do this while I was in the university, but I've not got much time to do it again. It is never easy being in a situation where you have lesser time to do the things you always wish to achieve.

You have to make out time for it if it's something you enjoy doing. If it's possible to buy treadmill and use at home, it's going to easy for you to run whenever you want.

 

[Martinsx]

Running is a very good exercise which is also big enough friendly someone who is struggling getting into working out should start running because the person will be getting a lot of positivity from doing that.

 

[Ja sa bong]

RE: Running

I do it for health, but i mix it with walks and jogging. I'm more of the riding a bike guy now

Yeah, it's the same way I do it which gives me a better end result. It's one of my regular gym routines.

 

[Uptrendfinancialsignal]

Running at a slow pace works well for me as I enjoy the feeling it gives me. Both the physical and mental tests make running an exceptional fitness for me.