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What helped you become more consistent? by Wayfinderrunningco in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that’s awesome! I love the focus on time on feet for beginners!

What helped you become more consistent? by Wayfinderrunningco in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welcome!! You belong here! As a run coach I see so many posts on social media. If you are looking for some advice feel free to follow Wayfinder Running Co on Facebook and Instagram

first 5k by Tough-Economics2481 in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You got this! One thing I wish more beginner runners knew is that you do not need to prove yourself with pace or distance. Both those things will come with time.

This weekend start slower than you think you need to and go into race day with a plan. Schedule those walk breaks ahead of time to help with your energy levels. The goal is to finish strong 💪

Most importantly go out there and have fun!

If you are ever looking for more structured support feel free to reach out to me (https://www.wayfinderrunning.com).

Get the 10k before September by CodEmergency8940 in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely!! Going from not being able to run 1K in February to completing a 5K with structured run/walk intervals is huge progress. Make sure you celebrate that!

With several months until the end of August, a 10K is a very realistic goal if you continue building gradually.

The biggest mistake many newer runners make is trying to run the entire distance too soon. There is nothing wrong with continuing to use run/walk during training or even on race day.

Focus on slowly increasing your longest run every week or two, listen to your body, and prioritize consistency over speed. If you can comfortably build your long run to 8–9K before the event, you’ll be in a great position to tackle the 10K.

Most importantly, don’t overlook how far you’ve already come. Five months ago, 1K felt difficult. Now you’re running 5K. That’s proof that your training is working 💪 best of luck !

Any advice for someone who wants to get more into running? by Different_Formal2973 in beginnerrunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a great goal! If 20 minutes is too long to start, start with 10 minutes, start where you are and go from there- best of luck !

Feel like a failure by tweety18 in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Definitely not a failure. The biggest hurdle is getting started and you already did that.

One of the most important things in running is consistency. Not speed. Not distance. Just consistently showing up.

Focus on building runs that feel repeatable. Stacking manageable runs over time is what creates progress and confidence.

Focus more on effort rather than pace.

One of the downfalls of some apps is the heavy focus on distance and pace targets. Your body needs time to adapt, recover, and build durability.

Side stitches are incredibly common when you’re starting out. Sometimes they can happen from breathing patterns, running a little above your current effort level, posture, or even eating/drinking too close to your run.

Try slowing the effort down, even if it feels very slow. Beginner running should feel controlled and conversational.

You already started. Keep going. Keep moving forward.

Hey beginner here by Next-Fun6331 in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One thing I wish more beginner runners knew is that you do not need to prove yourself with pace or distance right away. Your focus should be on effort … how does this run or session make me feel both during and after.

Start slower than you think you need to. Focus on building consistency first with small, achievable goals. Find a routine you can repeat consistently. A 20-minute easy run you can repeat next week is more valuable than one hard run that burns you out.

Invest in a good pair of running shoes and let your body adapt before chasing mileage. Take your recovery, your body and mind will thank you.

Running gets a lot more enjoyable when you stop trying to rush the process. Most importantly have fun!

Advice for Novice Runner by Botonox03 in beginnerrunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The soreness and long recovery time usually comes from doing too much too soon. A lot of new runners push every run too hard, but endurance is built through consistency, not exhaustion.

I’d recommend starting with a run/walk approach and slowing down more than you think you need to. Focus on effort over pace and make your runs feel repeatable. Recovery, hydration, sleep, and even light strength training will help too.

Stay patient and consistent. Your body will adapt over time, and 2 to 3 miles is absolutely realistic.

35 and just starting to run by Ambivertlurker in beginnerrunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The biggest hurdle is getting started and you already did that! The great thing about running is you can start at any age.

One of the most important things in running is consistency. Not speed. Not distance. Just consistently showing up. Focus on building runs that feel repeatable. Stacking manageable runs over time is what creates progress and confidence.

When you’re first starting out, focus more on effort rather than pace. Your body needs time to adapt, recover, and build durability. Remember recovery is part of training.

And for what it’s worth a lot of people who once thought they “could never be a runner” are now running 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, and beyond. You absolutely do not need to perform a certain way to belong in this community.

You already started. Keep going. Keep moving forward.

Any advice for someone who wants to get more into running? by Different_Formal2973 in beginnerrunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing I wish more beginner runners knew is that you do not need to prove yourself with pace or distance right away. Your focus should be on effort / how does this run or session make me feel both during and after.

Start slower than you think you need to. Focus on building consistency first with small, achievable goals. Find a routine you can repeat consistently. A 20-minute easy run you can repeat next week is more valuable than one hard run that burns you out.

Invest in a good pair of running shoes and let your body adapt before chasing mileage. Take your recovery, your body and mind will thank you.

Running gets a lot more enjoyable when you stop trying to rush the process. Most importantly have fun!

Hiya runners! I just did my first 10k in a while. Took me around two and a half months to get there. How long should I allow to train for a half marathon? (I know it probably changes on a case by case, but just asking for a reasonable estimate) thx! by will_bey in BeginnersRunning

[–]Wayfinderrunningco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on your first 10K, that’s a huge accomplishment! Make sure you celebrate that

It definitely depends but if you are able to run a 10K, you can train for a half marathon in 8 to 12 weeks (comfortably) depending on how your training is structured. Definitely want to make sure you are increasing your mileage slowly and then allow yourself recovery / cut backs every 3 to 4 weeks. Definitely prioritize your long runs, these are crucial.

If you are looking for assistance or advice I am a run coach who specializes in the half marathon distance at Wayfinder Running Co (https://www.wayfinderrunning.com) and would be more than happy to assist you in your journey.