I started running today. I know that I have to let my body acclimate to the demands of running. As a new runner how much can I start with? Obviously if I feel something in my knee, hips, ankle etc I will shut it down. I am trying to make sure my form is textbook. I read to run a little more every other day as a beginner and not to increase mileage by 10% per week. Today I did a warm-up, ran a mile with a buddy (8min/mile@250watts@150hr), and then did a cool-down. FWIW I cycle regularly, am relatively strong and have a decent amount of fitness (ctl high 50s).
What is a prudent progression rate? How long is the typical acclimation point before I can safely train at tempo or above? I plan to do at least the first 2-4(?) weeks at an endurance pace (except for today when I was pushing it much too much). FWIW I don't have any race distance in mind. Thoughts (other than hire a coach)? Thank you.
What is a prudent progression rate? How long is the typical acclimation point before I can safely train at tempo or above? I plan to do at least the first 2-4(?) weeks at an endurance pace (except for today when I was pushing it much too much). FWIW I don't have any race distance in mind. Thoughts (other than hire a coach)? Thank you.