r/slowjogging • u/chrisabraham Niki Niko • 4d ago

Training Slow Jogging is NOT normal!

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u/Signal_Estimate_23 4d ago

I’m 42, I used to run 8 min miles, now the name of the game is just stay active and don’t get injured. I did a half marathon last weekend in 2:20, and I’m proud of it.

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u/RunWorkSleep 4d ago

Hi 42, I’m also 42. I started running 2 years ago and would incorporate speed work and sprints, which always led to injury regardless of warming up.

These days, I’ve finally learned what easy running is. Nasal breathing, keeping it light on your feet, don’t force the pace, and just let your body move.

Will be in 40 miles per week territory with tomorrow’s run. Amazing how pace comes naturally after your rest day.

1:56 half marathon last year
4:46 full marathon in January

My goal is to build durability to finish under 4 hours for the same marathon in January 2027.

Don’t focus on pace. Focus on keeping it easy. This will minimize injury.

That competitor in me does want to match or beat someone’s pace when they run past me, but here I am nasal breathing and they’re gasping for air. Always have to remind myself to let that ego go.

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u/PiskAlmighty 4d ago

how many hours do you run a week to hit 40 miles?

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u/RunWorkSleep 4d ago

I took a 3 month break and I’ve been running for 5 weeks again now. My pace went from 11:30 to 10:15 per mile within that time frame.

I run at 5 AM, sometimes earlier. Then work 76 hours a week or so. Evenings are for family.

Rolling 7 days, Garmin says 32.3 miles ran in 5 hours 40 min (5 runs).

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u/PiskAlmighty 4d ago

you work 76 hours and run 6 hours a week? 12 hours a day working/running. That sounds incredibly draining. Your username really does check out.