How to gain stamina and improve mile time?

Question

I'm a slow runner and I don't have much stamina. What is the easiest way to improve my mile time and gain stamina? Currently, I would have to say that my mile time is about 10 minutes, but it used to be around 8:30 a few months ago when I was going to the gym more often. I absolutely hate cardio, but I know I have to do it to lose weight. I used to be able to jog the whole thing at about a 6.7 and at 8.0 for the last tenth of a mile, but now, I get exhausted jogging at 6.6 for 5-6 minutes.

What do you think is a good cardio workout to gain more stamina? I hate being on the treadmill for more than 15 minutes because my feet start to hurt, so if I could incorporate other machines such as an elliptical or stationary bike, that would be great.

Answer 1

what razzle said

Answer 2

The key to getting more stamina is just pushing yourself. When you think you have to stop, push yourself to go longer. Even if its only a few seconds longer...

Since you hate cardio so much, there are other exercises you can do instead of running. You could try dance work out videos, or tae-bo stuff.

I also suggest after you do anykind of working out, to do some yoga stuff or just stretch in some way... doing this will make your muscles long and lean.