How long to see results with running?

Question

Almost everyday I run a mile around my neighborhood ( i say almost because i dont when the weather is bad. i have been running for about 2 or 3 weeks.

I've been inactive for a couple of years.

My question is, it takes me about 10 -15 minutes to jog the mile every morning, so the pace stays about the same. But it still is hard every morning and i'm extremely winded, how long will it take for that to be easy so I can move up the distance/pace a little bit?

because a 15 minute mile is slow.

I'm a 6 foot male at 170lbs.

Answer 1

i'm sorry but that is slow!! You'll probably improve every time u do the mile. It should be easier every single time u do it. U shuld always stretch and do leg work so u'll get faster

Answer 2

Running in and of itself is great... but running a 15 minute mile... that only burns around 350 calories an hour!!!

If you want to speed up, you need to strengthen your leg muscles and cardio. You should probably try eating better, using leg weights, lifting with your legs, and possibly getting some of those weights that strap on your ankles so you have more weight to lift. If your legs arent getting any stronger, you wont run any faster. You may be able to run longer after a while, but you still need to build those muscles up if you're expecting to go faster. Also, try wearing less clothing when you run so you can get the full scale of a movement. I'm not saying to wear those skimpy shorts guys often put on to run in or anything... but don't try to go out in sweats, they'll slow you down.

and whoever said you should be at a 6 minute mile... that's insane. that's running at 10MPH off the bat. The marines require you do a 5 minute mile after 12 weeks of training, there's no reason you should do a 6 minute mile off the bat. a 10 minute mile is a good place to be at. 8 minutes would be about right i'd say for your level of activity. Just progress slowly. You may not see results for several more weeks, but keep at it. And try going an extra mile every other time. Walking is also good. Walking can help build muscles, burn calories,and build cardio too!

Another suggestion.. invest in a good jumprope. They're great for strengthening your legs and for building endurance/cardio up. Hope this helps :)

Answer 3

Try running more than a mile at that pace, maybe 2. Get used to that so when you run a mile it will be way easier.

Also depends on your age.

Answer 4

As long as you only run 1 mile at a time, the mile will probably always feel difficult b/c you're not pushing yourself beyond what your capable of. It will hurt at first, but you need to start upping your mileage, this will increase your endurance. Then, when you try to go back and run that mile it's going to feel like a piece of cake compared to the longer miles you've been running, hence your time will improve. Also try interval training where you set markers and sprint for about 50-100 yards and then job until you catch your breath, repeat until you've finished your mileage. Overall, I think increasing your mileage is the best way to increase your speed for shorter distances.

Answer 5

you want move up the distance?... well i recommend just keep on running at your own pace.. do a run... then stop when you absolutly cant run... then run again... then stop.. i dont know get used to running more.. and i belive that slowly since youve running alot you shld be able to see distance results in like 2 - 3 weeks... honestly i belive you shld already be able to run longer.

Answer 6

dude you are pretty slow..if u r 6 foot, you should have long stride...1 mile is relly easy..you should have 6 mins the first time you try