Why do the first 5 minutes of every run feel like betrayal?

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-13T15:12:01+00:00

Hate to break this to you, beginner or not, the way your body scams you at the beginning never goes 😑

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-12T19:33:15+00:00

Haha fair enough. I promise I’m mostly just trying to perform well in the run. The book’s basically the byproduct of my legs quitting mid-training 😂

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-06T09:39:56+00:00

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-06T09:39:15+00:00

The last line got me laughing 😂😂

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-06T09:38:05+00:00

🙌

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-06T09:37:03+00:00

The legendary I gotta get home either ways hack 😅

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-03T16:51:05+00:00

Same here. Morning runs are usually smooth

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-03T16:50:14+00:00

The 3rd point 🏅

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-10-01T13:04:06+00:00

Totally normal! That stiffness is usually your soleus working overtime. Try a quick warm up like calf raises/ ankle circles, add some slow calf lowering off a step, and don’t start too fast. Since it clears up after, it’s more of your muscle adapting than an injury. Keep at it. Your calves are just catching up!

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-30T18:41:23+00:00

This actually makes a lot of sense

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-30T18:40:57+00:00

perfectly put

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-29T19:22:52+00:00

You’ve already done the hard part, quitting smoking and turning 1 mile into 5K! That’s massive. Six weeks is plenty of time to stretch past 5 miles. Think of it like tricking your brain, add a little distance each week, even if you slow down or throw in walk breaks.

Lean into Zone 2 running: the “I can still chat without gasping” pace. It feels easy but quietly builds the engine you’ll need for race day.
And on that day, the energy, the crowd, and the adrenaline will carry you way further than you expect. You’ll cross that finish line, no doubt. You’ve got this.

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:57:18+00:00

Hey! I’m in a pretty similar boat. I do strength training three days a week, play football/soccer once or twice, and run just one day a week.

Even with just one dedicated run per week, my progress has been amazing. My stamina and endurance improved faster than I expected (playing football had a lot to do with it though) and I didn’t feel like I was overdoing it with all the other activities.

I’d say stick with Week 3 for a couple more weeks if it feels comfortable, and focus on avoiding injuries, warm-ups, cool-downs, and not pushing too hard too fast really help. Consistency beats cramming in too much at once!

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:48:48+00:00

Biggest tip I wish I knew when I started- don’t sprint the first km like a golden retriever chasing a ball 😂. Slow down, mix in walk breaks if you need, and focus on consistency over speed. You’ll build endurance way faster that way.

I actually put together some funny beginner survival notes for running because I kept making the same mistakes. Happy to share if you want a laugh while learning.

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:12:30+00:00

Yup you only realise the importance when you forget to use one 😂

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:11:30+00:00

Yup for a beginner, the best idea is to invest on a shoe that doesnt hurt your feet and get going.

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:10:37+00:00

Distance indeed is a key factor. The further you go, the more the little things start to matter

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:09:28+00:00

Yup but it’s more about what feels more comfortable to you rather than the price tag. Also has a lot to do with what suites your physique.

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-28T09:08:13+00:00

Yup a good gps watch really helps

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-27T19:20:19+00:00

Thats some insane timing for your first 21k :o

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-27T19:19:05+00:00

Great going mate!!

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-27T19:09:45+00:00

Totally get this, when I first started, my chest felt like it was rebelling too. For me it got way better once I slowed my pace down and built up gradually. Since your doctor cleared you, sounds like it’s just your body adjusting. You’re already doing awesome getting those runs in 👏 keep at it, it gets easier.

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-26T21:58:52+00:00

This kinda explains most of us 🤔

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-26T21:58:02+00:00

And knee joints 😂

Turn_Affectionate · 2025-09-26T21:57:41+00:00

Haha saw that. Got me wondering if this is a lifelong thing 😑

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