How many days a week should YOU run?

[@runningoneddie]

Loved the assessment Ben. I've been running over 25 years. I used to run 3 - 4 early in my "career" and eventually went to 5. The last decade or so I've been doing 6 - 8 until recently (I was doing more marathons). I think age started to catch up with me and I realized I was digging myself into a hole with not being able to recover. Right now, I run about 5 times a week, sometimes 6 if the weather is nice. It is the only form of exercise I do and works to keep the stress / weight off. Your chart would probably put me at 3 - 4 days. I think the one thing your chart didn't account for is goals. If you are looking at doing a marathon or making the leap to longer distance running, you've got to put in the ground work / mileage. As usual, good video and love to see you and Mary share your advice.

[@heistube9556]

I agree about needing to run more if you are training for a marathon , and have a time goal, especially if you have done a few and want to get a PB.

[@avinashbhogun]

4-5 runs per week with two strength and conditioning sessions per week. AM runner like yourselves with a focus of 7 hours of sleep per night. I mean I don't booze but that does bring me some sort of consistency! Again like you folks, I don't hit the snooze button which seems to work for me :)

[@TheSamwhyte]

Mon - run Tues - cycle Wed - run Thurs - weights (TBW) Fri - run Sat - rest Sun - cycle or run (or both depending on am/pm weather) What matters is not duration - it’s effort, recovery and rest 👍🏻

[@markknee4421]

Great video, Ben. Really informative, and I love a flow diagram. 3-4 runs/week is my sweet spot. I work 12hr shifts with an hour round-trip commute and I have a young family. I can usually fit 3-4 runs in. More would be a considerable challenge. I'm very much an average runner, and while I know I might make gains by increasing my running days, I can't really afford to give that time to it. I've made my peace with that. With smart training I can still improve with 3-4 runs.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Yeah you’ve got it sussed, Mark. The joy has to be first and foremost. How are you now? Didn’t you pick up an injury after LLHM?

[@markknee4421]

In the few weeks before and after LLHM I had ITB syndrome. I have attributed it to increasing my speed work too quickly but not adjusting my other runs and S&C accordingly, and possibly also to my speed work shoes. After some rest and refocusing on targeted S&C I'm pain-free again. I ran the Loch Ness Marathon 2 weeks ago and had no ITB pain during or after, so took that as a good sign. Again, having occasional overuse niggles cements the necessity to train smarter.

[@edwin5419]

I find if I don't run 7 days a week, I tend to only do maybe 3 runs a week, or even less. But I find if I decide to run every day, even if it's just around the block (3.5km), then my consistency goes up, recovery goes up and enjoyment goes up. Yesterday was a 18km long run. Longest in a couple months. I felt down today, but I realised I wasn't asking "should I run today, I was asking "ok today's a busy day, if I don't run now, when am I going to run" and before I knew it, I was out the door.

[@Badruum]

Same here, if i dont run every day (with a bit of luck) i get in 10 runs in a month

[@Stevenc1984]

Currently on 5-6 runs per week and averaging 40 mpw over the last 3 months. Started running regularly about 3 and half years ago, but only moved up from 3-4 runs per week 6 months ago. I've added in some strength work since gyms reopened and I'm already noticing the benefits.

[@cheelomwiinga9326]

I've just discovered this channel..love it. I cant stop watching.

[@johningham1880]

Thank you for clarifying what a “run-streaker” is. I had not heard the term before and feared the worst

[@2spoons]

I missed your question and my answer is late... but I often run between 7-8 times a week ..... I run daily and have now incl. today I've run 1218 days on the trott ..... I don't run to become a faster runner - but to beat mental heath issues.... (I also don't run marathons every day either but its helped me to take it easy and run easy pace 80/20) 2nd Question its kept all of my injuries at bay.... resting and injury I'm usually told to work the injury unless its a torn patella touch wood..... 3rd Question S&C Strength and Conditioning..... Planks, cycling, walking and weights - yes to all - I think as you get older you have too.... why because you get weaker muscles etc and thats how injuries occur 4th Question races yes.... 5th Question job - I work from home 6th Question - I'm always a learner Keep it up Ben and Mary

[@esmailhassanali585]

I like your videos. Can feel the positive vibes. Your flow diagram makes it all so clear. Keep up the good work

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks so much 😊

[@CatsAreTheBestPeople-mm1fo]

LOVE the flow chart. I'm right where I should be (running about four days per week). 👍 Those sunglasses suit Winnie! 😎😄

[@MissChanandler_Bong]

Good stuff. It’s called a decision matrix (probably many other names). Thanks for this awesome video

[@ohcrikey9560]

I've dabbled in running over the years. Did a couple of marathons 30 years ago. Done a few halfs over the years. But I found that I kept losing motivation. Stopped running for a few weeks. Turned into months. Sometimes years. Up until Christmas 2022 I hadn't run for about 8 months. So despite my experience, I consider myself a beginner because I've never run a structured running schedule. Now the thing is, the only way I seem to be able to stay motivated is to run every day. So I'm doing something I'm sure everyone will think is crazy. It's more of an experiment really I guess. My first day was only a 10 second run. I increase the time by 10 seconds every day. Currently on 8 minutes 20 seconds. By mid summer I'll be doing 20-25 mins and in a year's time about 45-50 mins every day. I'm trying to find out if the very slow acclimatization to running will see me through. So I'm seeing how far I can push this before my body tells me to take a day off.

[@ohcrikey9560]

It didn't work. Once I got to 30 mins I tore a calf.

[@davidwilliams912]

I am 69 years old. During Phase 1 Base Build I run 6 days a week, Phase 2 & 3 I run 4 days a week with Intervals, Tempo, and Long Run with 2days of bike and 1day of strength training. I am a Middle-distance runner 5k - 10k with an occasional half marathon race. Need the recovery days of cross training with having the 3 days of Quality workouts. How many days I run depends on what's the purpose of the run is and what distance I am training for. Thanks for all the work you and your wife do! Love the podcast and running tips..

[@livewire1957239]

Ran my first marathon (Amsterdam) at 41 years old on a 4 days a week training plan and it was brilliant - not a single niggle or injury the entire training cycle and crushed my 4h goal at 3h42m. Then did a 56km last April for which I did a 5 days a week training plan. Got injured 4 weeks before the race, luckily recovered in time to still run it. Cause: overtraining, ramped up too fast. Now training for another marathon, using the same training plan I used for the 56km but being more sensible in increasing the weekly mileage and letting myself miss one training day a week if I feel I need the recovery - that’s worked reasonably well but I’ve felt like I’ve been only just steering clear of injury. I’ve upped the prehab choosing to rather not run but do prehab some days and my legs do feel more injury-resistant. I guess to say, everything you said in this video 100% applies to me and 4 days a week with maybe a few 5 day weeks here and there works best for me.

[@ragel1486]

Love the flow chart/decision matrix! Unless I’m training for something specific, I tend to let my body and heart determine how much I run, which is currently about 5 days/week. Less if I’m in need of more rest or recovery, maybe more if I’m flying high that week!

[@jeancater1388]

Winnie in glasses! So cute!♥️

[@davidosolo]

Thanks for putting this together. Very well done. I’m sure a lot of people can benefit from it. Me, myself: 7 days a week on low HR training (aerobic threshold) with no additional strength training. Works fine for me and will work fine for a huge amount of other people. I guess what I am trying to say is that the kind of training is a huge factor also.

[@smokingsnakes_project]

I use to run 3 to 4 times per week, focusing on cardiovascular endurance. Additionally, I incorporate strength training workouts on 2 to 3 days of the week to enhance my overall strength and muscular development

[@paulinewalker8146]

Very helpful. Thank you. Definitely 3 to 4 times a week for me.

[@joannaw3101]

Why haven't I discovered your channel earlier?! I love the advice, I love the banter! Currently running 4-5 days per week, depending on how my body feels.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Ha ha sometimes the algorithm takes a while to do the right thing 😉😂 welcome to the madness ha ha

[@jhmrem]

At this point in my life, I go mainly for stress relief. So I do something every day. Most days it would be considered a slow jog, so no increase in injury risk.

[@50Something]

The marathon training plan is perfect because of the yoga and the core exercises! This is bringing my running slowly to the next level for an old guy!

[@julietwistguernsey]

The flow chart is really interesting, and I seem to be doing it right, as well as keeping up with the S&C. Love car chat, especially with Winnie!

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Ha ha thanks Julie. Yes we were missing car chat. Knew it had to come back. We need more of it!! 😊

[@FPL_Bantam]

Really interesting. So, its quite a narrow cross-section of runners who should go over 4 times a week. As runners, I think that limit has always seemed inherently sensible. Particularly struck by the willing to S&C, not busy, not in realistic contention to win bracket. That covers the vast majority of even committed runners for whom 5 times week might be pushing it.

[@severiner7168]

OMG Winnie you are so sweet and love that flow chart!

[@modifiedprogramjam4830]

New subscriber here. Loving ur content. U attack different topics that i dont see anywhere else. Thx for keeping it interesting

[@JonNgwisha]

Excellent flow diagram!

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Why thank you, Jon. I was very pleased with my geekiness 🤓😂

[@karlaromero3292]

Hello! Love the decision chart/flow chart! The chart leads me to try 5 days a week. I think I will try it for a month after my half marathon this coming Sunday! I also hope to keep running for a very long time. Love car chat and Winnie in her glam glasses! She is beautiful! Thanks for the tips and the silliness. Happy running!

[@Namoraslife]

I am currently on a half marathon training plan with 4 runs per week as a beginner. I listen to my body and don't push every single workout, even if my coach tells me otherwise. If I don't feel good on that day, I take it easy and only push when I feel rested, not sore and mentally stable. Haven't had any injuries yet, fingers crossed, it stays that way. Your videos have helped me immensely on educating me about running. Thank you for that!

[@almorrison2040]

I'm firmly in the 4 days a week category and also use 3 weeks if build followed by an easier week. Only 1 hard run per week (intervals, tempos etc) and 1 long run per week and 2 easy runs. I'm trying to break some 20 yr old PBs of mine and am close!!! Whilst it might not seem very ambitious running I do weights, cross train and swim on 2 other days. This old fart is finding the joy, getting it done and going all in !!! No need to think too hard on whose channels I watch.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Ha ha I know those sayings!! 😂

[@alanbarriquel5270]

I bloody loved this video!! Now I have a clear idea of what to do. Thanks!!

[@supavarnkasemsri559]

Such a good advice for lifetime runners 👍🏻

[@yolandacroes5491]

This was a very helpful video. I do question myself as if I should be running more than 3 days a week. But being injury prone I do 1-2 S&C sessions per week and 2 days of R&R. Anything more and I will resent running. I’m training to run a half marathon and already looking forward to when it’s over and I can be more flexible in my schedule doing maintenance and base. Thanks a lot. This confirms that what I’m doing is right for me.

[@qc_mp6899]

If I did not do 4 runs for the week, I will end up resenting the thing kept me away from doing my run. Especially when that thing is work!!!

[@mryoung1982]

Honestly, who has disliked this video 😂 strange people. I run 6 days a week most weeks. 2 or 3 of those are short 5 to 6k easy/recovery treadmill runs I do after my gym strength sessions. I used to just be a gym head, but started running about a year and half ago and now I'm a runner that also gyms (in my own head, at least).

[@nathanbaker1727]

I'm currently a 6 day a week runner, which has helped push me past all the niggles etc. And I'm just starting to try make myself get a bit more serious with my stretching and s&c. I've noticed the need for it more pushing up past my usual 40 miles per week for this HM I'm training for.

[@solefreak2]

I've just run the London marathon last week (1st one) and was averaging 28/30 miles per week for the last 10 weeks of training which was spread over 3 days a week. Not sure I'd be able to run more without fatiguing my legs and not recovering adequately.

[@nathanbaker1727]

@@solefreak2 fair, and if that's what worked for you then that's amazing and more power to you! I've just found running around 40 miles per week average over 6 days has improved my times massively. I'm currently building for a HM on a 7 week plan of 45-50-55-60-60-45-35 (including race), just building sensibly and trying out something new!

[@solefreak2]

@@nathanbaker1727 I agree, my time wasn't great but I also hit a wall at mile 23 which affected my pace massively. Just find running 3-4 times a week gives my legs enough time to recover, anymore and I think run the risk of injury.

[@markhill8590]

How important is that rest day I'm currently doing 6 days a week, but I can't decide to run or not tomorrow I'm sore but isn't that normal, it also helps with my mental health that's mainly why I do it

[@A_D624]

@@markhill8590 take a day of rest.

[@Coldphilztrades]

great perspective. just subscribed to the channel. thanks

[@kellroseseicke1242]

I run 2-5 days per week. For the most part, I run 3 days per week more often than anything else. For me, a typical week looks as follows: Monday: Easy/recovery run, ankle mobility. Tuesday: Strength training, yoga. Wednesday: Speed Run/Fartlek/Tempo Run; hips and hamstring mobility. Thursday: strength training, yoga. Friday: Long Run, mobility work on anything I feel needs attention at the moment. Saturday: Strength training, yoga. Sunday: Rest or Long Run w/ yoga, mobility work. I try to keep my routine as balanced as I possibly can.

[@georgekirkman8325]

I run quite a lot of miles however I’ve been running almost a decade ! Some weeks can be up to 10 runs and tip out at 100 miles ! However not a lot as I do triathlon as well !! Took me a long time , fitness , base miles , S&C to get there

[@solefreak2]

Hows your knees and joints holding up with that sort of milage?

[@benaustwick2312]

Such great timing for this video. Just ran my first marathon Manchester and your channel was a piece of the puzzle that helped me get to the start line so thank you. I've been wondering what I should do between now and the next training block for my next marathon . I want to keep my fitness but not burn out or damage myself. I need a training plan for between training plans .. if you know what I mean, this video has really helped me start putting a plan together.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Ahh good stuff, Ben. How did Manchester go? Did you “enjoy” l?! 😂

[@benaustwick2312]

@@ThisMessyHappy One of the best days of my life, what a buzz, I've signed up for it again in April 😂. The biggest discovery is the training and structure it has brought to my life. That's the real treasure you get out of it all. I feel better equipped to tackle all the other challenges in life.

[@mathews0618]

Theres a training vs maintenance variable as well. Nice video

[@jh230377]

This video is great and has lots of useful information. For me 3-4 times per week due to my age, been injury prone and a busy life with work and parenting. Thanks 👍

[@skiziskin]

I'm an outlier. I love running. I mean I really love to run. But I also suffer from Ankylosing Spondylitis. My rheumatologist says my active lifestyle as a lifelong backcountry skier and runner has slowed the progression of my disease so that at age 67 my spine has not yet completely fused. I am not competitive at all but when I was a lot younger I ran every day outside of ski season, when I skied every day I wasn't working. I ran ultramarathons into my fifties. Now I have to take three or four days to recover from any athletic activity. This has been trending for many years but I only got diagnosed last November. I do some strength training but I have to limit that as well. I am happy to be able to ski tour and run at all. Two or three days a week is all I can manage. Exhaustion and spine pain are real even though I am still pretty fit. I am worried that I'm slowing down but I also have to be realistic about this disease and my age. So two or three days have to be enough to satisfy me. My spine and SI joints can't take any more than that.

[@markhill8590]

Monday - Run and S&C Tuesday - Club training Wednesday - Run and S&C Thursday - tempo Run Friday - S&C Saturday - Parkrun or rest day Sunday - long run 😁

[@hman2912]

5 am is amateur time to run. Starting at 3 am is where it's at

[@macht4turbo]

I would say that one big part of running more days per week is intensity distribution. You can have an easy and/or shorter day after a harder training session, which should be limited to 2 or 3 max anyway. This way it is easier to have a higher weekly mileage, without added strain and even improved recovery. Running higher mileage weeks, like anything above 40/50mpw, with just 3-4 running days is probably not even that better for injury prevention, because the strain of the single workout will just be larger. For anyone recreational 3-4 times running per week is plenty, there we agree. For anyone with more ambition, not meant as judgement, 3-4 day per week is on the low end of the scale.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Totally get where you’re coming from and really appreciate your opinions and info. Also very much agree with strain distribution as well. High mileage and 3-4 runs may not be a great thing. But I’d gently push back on the notion you can’t run 3-4 days if you have ambition. I know people (me included) able to win races and age groups on 3 runs per week. But… and it’s a big but 😂 I would say you’d have to cross train like swimming or bike to get some great cardiovascular workouts with minimal impact on the joints. Great feedback though. Thanks 😊

[@macht4turbo]

@@ThisMessyHappy Thanks for your reply! I have to admit that i'm biased towards running more than 3-4 times per week, as this is my preferred way of doing things. Triathletes like you show how less running with a really good cardiovascular base from other endurance sports can lead to great results. As someone, who only does running as an endurance sport, i feel like i need the bonus easy days to have a comfortable 80/20; 90/10 intensity distribution. But i acknowledge your experience as a coach of course! I only have my personal experience.

[@barryalexander2909]

6-7 days per week. 3 x Zone 2 30-40 mins, 1 x Zone 2 with Zone 3 finish (40-55 mins) 1 x speed or hill reps, 1 x v easy recovery Run, 1 x long run. Aged 51, running on and off since forever. Consistently running in mainly low HR zones means minimal oxidative stress, minimal strain on connective tissue. Long Run is currently 14-16 miles.

[@Observ8or]

This is great and exactly what I was looking for!! Thank you!

[@krilin84]

Great topic to diskussion and good way of looking at it. Makes good sense to me.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks buddy. That’s much appreciated 😊

[@sun.2801]

Winnie looks fantastic in shades!🐶 👓

[@pegasus2516]

Such a helpful flow chart!

[@fodder9812]

I have to agree 3-4 runs is perfect for someone like me who likes to run but unfortunately has to work for a living 🙂. I like to do dynamic stretches before a run because it's builds up my strength and prevents me getting bad injuries.. After my run like to do static stretches and press ups for strength but to also get rid of nasty acid built up in my muscles and to prevent bad injuries occurring ..I drink water with hydration tablets and SIS recovery sports powder .I like to run a tempo 12k , a 40 minute recovery run and 13k-18k long runs.. The day after my long run I like to run a slow easy 2 miler run which Ive notice after a period of time has help my legs out alot (Strangly the pains and the ackes after my long run have gone by the start of the new week).. I totally agree with your theory we should rather run happy then getting injury all the time and to run until our time is up👍. Why I don't run like a professional 😀 .. I do agree everyone has different methods of running but it's good to share . Really good interesting videos please keep them coming 🙂

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks so much! Very kind of you and I’m glad you’ve found the way that works for you. Awesome 👏🏼 😊

[@fodder9812]

@@ThisMessyHappy Its only been a year since I've taken up running so I am still learning . I ran my first half marathon last May in Birmingham which was surreal . I got the running bug now 🙂..

[@sabaidaniel555]

After several years of 'running' I haven't lost weight. This limits how often I can get out there. NB great video, not least to see the dog wearing shades 🙂

[@malloryshowalter]

Also, really enjoyed this video! Great content and quality.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thank you, Mallory 😊

[@gabriellakyriacou-ee6ix]

Fantastic video, love your energy keep it up

[@bumbumbumbum1000]

I have to factor in work.I m a gardener/ landscaper in his fifties. Cycling is my means of transport.Three times a week is my sweet spot at the moment.Need to play the long game.

[@courtneyr.6680]

Thanks for this, you are both awesome and I appreciate all your great info- 😊

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Ahh thanks so much, Courtney 😊

[@franciscotoro9454]

It all depends on the goal. Running for fitness vs running for an olympic gold medal have different approaches. the former is content with 3 runs a week totalling 15 to 30 K, where the other needs 3 sessions per day 6-7 days per week totalling 200k, sessions being different during build up, pre-race and racing period.

[@carlajovinetti]

thanks to your informative videos I have been running about three to four times a week. thank you so much for these informative videos they are so helpful to me

[@amyyoder768]

I was running 3 times a week and just recently added a 4th that is a very short run. I'm currently doing walk run intervals on the longer runs but on that shorter run it is all running. That shorter run is also without music or anything to also help me dial in my breathing and mental game with no distractions

[@txelmore]

I’m typically a 3-4/wk unless I’m training for a race and then bumps me to 5/wk. I find your channel very informative, ty.

[@bikerdude6119]

I used to do 3× 13 mile runs ,now i do 4 or 5 days durring the week and 1 long run on the weekend . I feel like i get more time that way. Having a busy job sucks sometimes

[@irawhitlock1084]

I'm a flowchart freak too! Very helpful. Loved the "talk-about-a-comp-e-ti-tion" part. Lol

[@CarlosLopez-gv8cx]

Great video Ben. I run 4 times and 1 day of gym.

[@miguelalonsoperez5609]

As a physiotherpist and a runner I personally recommend to train 5 days a week if you want to improve but not get injured. As most of us we have to work about 8h per day, 5 days a week, we cannot manage our rest time as pros, so 1 rest day and 1 cross trainning day (swimming, yoga, pilates… but avoid heavy exercises involving the legs) may be the happy formula. One can perform 1 long run, and your rest day after. Then 1 tempo run (intervals at threshold, steady state, fartlek surrounding threshold) and 1 recovery run the next day. Swimming day (or yoga, etc…), 1 fast intervals day (VO2 max, CV workup, hills…) and recovery run the next day so you complete a week with 1 long, 1 tempo, 1 hard, 2 recoveries sessions, 1 complete rest and 1 cross trainning 😎

[@ohcrikey9560]

60 years old. Only ran on and off for years. Prone to injury. I run every 3rd day with eliptical work in between days. I basically do a '9 day week'

[@jobanski]

Since last May I ran 3-4 per week. For the past month and a half I’ve been running 6 days. Recently I’ve started pulling back to 4-5 and add strength training, but at the same time keeping the volume the same.

[@brandondennis5294]

I know Ben’s channel is mainly a runners channel and not one advertised as “hybrid training” but I’d like to share my current thoughts/experience. I made a goal of wanting to join the 1k club (bench press pressing, squatting, and deadlifting 1000lbs across all lifts cumulatively) and running a sub 70 minute 10K in the same day. I’m focusing on balance. Am I enjoying the training and process? Can I make progress in both simultaneously? How much volume can I take on and how can I sustainably increase gradually over time? What are my intentions? How am I measuring success at the end of the year? These are all the things I think but I think dialing in sustainability is most important to me. If you create a plan where the body can’t recover, your mind is fried, and you can’t live life outside of training, what’s the point? For reference I’m a nurse that works night shift averaging 40 hours a week. The plan I’ve created is as follow: S- Rest M- Upper Body (Push/Pull Day) T- Long Run W- Speed Run Th- Rest F- Legs S- Short Easy Run It’s not perfect by any means but considering all that’s in Ben’s video, my personal goals, what I’m juggling across life and career, this is doable for me.

[@joannemarkov]

I just re-watched this video. The first time I watched it, I was running 5-6 days per week and thinking I was about to become an elite runner. (As if!) This time, I'm watching it as I gradually re-introduce running following an overuse injury I picked up after my last 33 km trail race. Sigh. I do believe I belong in the 3-4 times per week category, for reasons of age (I'm 44) if no other reason, however... I am time limited. On weekdays, I can go no longer than 1 hour in the morning, 1 hour 15 minutes if I eat breakfast at my desk before my first class of the day. I worry that 3-4 times per week won't give me the mileage to eventually run my first road or trail marathon. (In the last year I've run between 5km and half marathons on the road, and 18 km to 33 km on the trails.) I've come to realize that I essentially need to train like a triathlete even though I am not one. I am now supplementing my running (or run-walk at the moment as I ease back into training) with treadhills, rowing, swimming, and cycling. I've upgraded my at-home spin bike. This will also allow me to do evening aerobic doubles (if not double run days) in the Arizona heat. Over the past month and a half, I've definitely made peace with my new cross-training regimen, (I also do yoga daily), BUT my concern is mileage and time on feet. How does running 3-4 times per week affect how long my long runs can be, if my weekday runs are limited to about 5 - 6.5 miles? I'd like to eventually progress to a marathon. I have one scheduled in February of next year, though I might have to downgrade to the half this time around.

[@andrew6226]

Glad I described. Good content!

[@catly7999]

where was this vid 6 months ago,, for the 3 months up to Brighton marathon was running 6 days week 50 miles a week and 20 mile long runs, the end result, I blew my body up for the marathon under performed by a long way even though i am over mid 40's 4h.39m. Past 3 weeks after having a rest week after the marathon now running 4 days week, which are harder and faster but already body feels better and running faster and not resenting training. GREAT vids please keep them up

[@josecarlosxyz]

running everyday is not for everybody. many people won't be capable of full recover.

[@immortal_rob]

Great content and good advice

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks Rob. You’re a good man, you are! 😊

[@Gatcombe]

I'm a 6/7 day runner but I'm 65 years old and retired

[@jakelyu1600]

love all your contents thanks:) very informative and motivating

[@roydos949]

Usually run 3 times a week consisting of intervals/tempo/long run with an easy bike ride or maybe swim on other days. Often wondered if cutting out cycling and swimming and running 5 times a week would make me faster.

[@lexington476]

0:05 I think like taxes and accounting, it depends 🙂.

[@Breadfromspirit]

I’m trying to keep that 6-7 days per week schedule but just for my mental health and not miles. If I just get 3 miles in a day I’m good with that and 1 long run a week

[@mhaas281]

Im in the 3-4 per week. When try to run more I seem to get injury's. Im still kinda new to running though. Work in progress.

[@dariussimpson9936]

by your flow chart im on 7plus runs a week but i differ between 6 and 8plus runs a week depending on my training, even going as far as 5 runs a week on some easy weeks

[@tommysherman7155]

Yep agree turning it off

[@wattle2394]

Your guys are so nice!

[@MajaNoer]

I'm debating 4 vs 5 runs per week myself, assuming a basic schedule of 1 long run and 1 speed day per week, I would be interested to hear thoughts on the following conondrum: 2/wk longer easy runs vs 3/wk shorter easy runs. More runs per week might make the milage feel more manageable. Also, to make run days feel more harmoniusly integrated into your lifestyle, instead of feeling like running takes over certain days of the week. I suppose it's alway up to personal preferences, so as I keep going through this training cycle, I expect to figure out on which side of the fence I prefer!

[@fattysl26]

I would prefer 3/wk shorter easy runs to be honest. I would find 2 longer runs a week would take big chunks out of my week.

[@mattschm5486]

Usually 4 -5 runs a week most of them easy 8-10. 1-2 trails 6-13 km with 200-600m and 1 special run

[@novadhd]

I would be way too sore to run 6 or 7 days a week. Also have a old foot injury. Do a few runs a week

[@charlietwotimes]

I run 5-6 times a week. I feel guilty & twitchy on rest days. I know that's not healthy, it's compulsive. It also doesn't give me time to recover from niggles.. I would like to run less. But I fear for the safety of those around me if I do 😂

[@edosaragih2277]

Great video. Thank you from Jakarta, Indonesia

[@edosaragih2277]

Hahaha mosquito delay

[@BobBob-uv9fq]

Training for a marathon and I don’t run at all ? Tbf I have changed to a low impact thingy at the moment so trying to swim x3 boxing training ( punch bags) skipping ,weights ,hopefully eventually I will get back to running,(love all these disciplines,6 yrs training plan)

[@Seanonyoutube]

No love for the 2x a week folks? 2x runs (1 speed workout, 1 long easy) 2x yoga 2x weight lifting 1x rest (maybe a hike or a swim) That’s my routine. It makes me happy 😊

[@davidms3729]

I run 7 days a week, I’ve been running for only a year and 3 months now and my PRs are: 10k: 37:18 / 5km: 17:54 / 3km: 10:05 / 1mile: 4:56 / 800m: 2:08 / 400m: 56.2 I consider myself an advanced amateur and I’m wondering if I could benefit from running 6 days a week, it’s hard for me to rest because I’m really into running, maybe I rest like 1-2 days per month, should I rest more? Only wondering if I would see better results

[@henriquefeijo9735]

What a great video

[@malloryshowalter]

Currently running 3-4 days a week to build some quality base and consistency. With hopes to eventually have al some good training blocks and big races 🤞

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Awesome! Definitely the way to do it 💪🏻😊

[@lexington476]

0:35 Seth! Cross-channel call-out, I love Seth's channel 🙂.

[@carlholland3819]

days per week is only 1 way to look at it. what about hours/week? i could easily run an hour every day but instead my average runs are 2 hours (13 to 14 miles) so i run 3 to 4 days/week. and i say hours/week instead of miles/week because hours are a truer gauge of work or at least they are when you do trail running

[@thomasfritz2698]

if i follow your chart i would run 3 or 4 times.....that is not what i do, i run/walk 12 or 13 times per week, and i am planning of continuing it til 3 days before i die.....why? it just makes me happy to move outside at a very slow pace

[@januszciechowskiphotograph7297]

Oh so nice you are doing online competitions how can I join next one ?

[@gary6514]

Love this channel guys. How is life in Thailand?

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks Gary! It’s great thank you. Very warm and lots of different stuff but we’re loving it 😊

[@gm2407]

If you are just running for health and not competition I presume 3-4 is reasonable unless you fancy a run on a given day.

[@AnthonyMcqueen1987]

3x a week is more than enough for me as I gotten older now I’m in my 30s.

[@mhaas281]

Dude you're ancient! I'm 55 and running 4 days a week. Mixed in with road cycling and weight training. You're young and can do much more if you want.

[@novadhd]

Lol your still a kid