Running

[cdsjjotn 516]

Thank you @@jenn1 , I was very surprised . Hope to be participating in a 5k by June .. we'll see

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[mngreeneyes 674]

I started running 1 month after surgery. I used the couch 2 5K program. Its great. I ran a 10 mile race this fall at 10 months post op. I am scheduled to run 2 5Ks, 2 10 milers, and 2 half marathons in 2017. I am now 13 months out from surgery. In the time since I started this journey and espoecially since I started running, I have found @@JamieLogical to be an amazing source of information and encouragement. She has written some really well thought out posts about running and exercise. She is more than 2 years post op now and has run a marathon (I believe). This is one of the best posts I have seen about running as a bariathlete. http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/363681-beginners-guide-to-running-for-the-obese/

It doesn't appear that Jamie is on here much nowadays, but if you search for her you can see her wealth of knowledgeable posts.

Good luck!

pam

[JamieLogical 8,699]

I am back! Had a lot of craziness in my life in recent months, but things are settling down now. I'm starting training for my April half marathon later this month and I am happy to answer any questions that anyone has!

[Chrystee 838]

Start slow.. 1/2 mile run, and a mile walk, and just keep increasing. I did C25k for so long, and one day just ran a mile, then 2, then 5 half marathons last year.

[QTR-nevermore 32]

Falling is a fear that we all have when we are obese. We can seriously injure ourselves. Running is actually less dangerous to joints and etc. than some of the other things you have mentioned, if you start small and add distance steadily as you are ready. My ankles are unstable, so I used to really worry. Running actually helped me to feel much more stable and less likely to turn an ankle, both while running and all the time. You strengthen the muscles and tendons and bones that you use regularly. Just make sure you find a surface that is regular, like a track or well-maintained soft-surface trail, to start. Roads are harder on joints, and sidewalks are really bad. Only run on those after you are much more used to the impact.

Be sure to use shoes that are relatively new. Running shoes should be changed every three to six months of running, depending on usage. Look up the manufacturer's recommendations on the shoes you get, and don't use them too long. That is what can wear out your feet and your joints.

Edited January 10, 2017 by QTR-nevermore

[cdsjjotn 516]

Great advice @@QTR-nevermore

Thank you!

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[OneDollarBill 371]

Like most suggested I started with a C25K app. For me I signed up for a 5K as a goal and knew I had to train to get there. Now I'm addicted to running races. I'm not fast by any means, but I enjoy races more than just hitting the open road solo.

[cdsjjotn 516]

I signed up for a 5k in June so I have some time to train for it. I'm really excited . I noticed that my feet get a little numb thou after I get off the treadmill, don't know what that is all about

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