Long distance running is addictive. The NgU I actually want
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I think this is only true if you're insane. I never, ever thought it was addicting when I could and did do it.
Run at a slower pace until it's funnier. Then slowly speed back up.
I don't run at all anymore. Too much abuse over the years. Still way too fat.
Well you need to do something, don't just sit on your ass
I am. I walk. I've lost >65lbs since December.
But running?
🥳
I'm also losing weight. I've cut out 90% of sugared drinks the past two months. It has a huge effect also on my daily mood and energy level.
Checked the marathon box once. Never again. I'll stick to sub 3 milers and barbell training.
How did you feel after finishing?
Could barely walk. Fwiw, trained for three weeks in my 20s and came from a crossfit foundation. Also was deployed to AFG working 12hr night shifts. Got off at 4am and ran at 5:30am. If you're half as retarded as I was, a marathon is probably fine. Or if your frame is half my size 😅
I ran probably the fist half and then walk/jogged a third, then walk shuffled the last. Finished around 4.5hr mark.
my mom was a runner but eventually wore out her knees/ she did offer running on softer surfaces for mitigation
Cocaine is addictive too 👌
I prefer running faster instead of farther. Overtaking everyone else in the park feels great.
Sweet spot is between 5km and 10km.
