HOW TO START RUNNING // tips from a former couch potato turned long distance runner 🏃🏻‍♀️💨

[@memehuman8896]

Hey just letting you know, if somebody is judging you for how fast you can or cannot run or how you look while running or anything really, rather than feeling sorry for yourself feel sorry for them. I mean they have nothing better to do than judge someone genuinely trying their best, their negativity says far more about them than it ever will about you. Stay winning 😤

[@makenziefarrenburg7497]

I’ll keep that in mind :)

[@Manojkumar-tm9nh]

Oh my my, thanks for making me feel better

[@bree-hg9hb]

i love this hahaha i've been wanting to start running but it makes me nervous thinking people will ✨see me✨

[@itsalexilixyt740]

Also John 3:16!

[@JewelAdrianne]

THANK U FOR THIS 😫💕

[@sad-womeninthehouse4249]

Remember: it isn’t motivation that will get you to your results, it will be discipline.

[@oopssenpai8208]

For everyone confused: being disciplined means that even on your bad,hard&unmotivated days, you still stick to it and just do it.

[@ididntexpectthechainuserto2149]

Yes this 🙌🏻

[@kleinwolkje203]

I love this

[@fhsjdjskkshi]

@@oopssenpai8208 yes I don't workout when I'm tired so I need to workout when I'm tired. I once did it and enjoyed it

[@oopssenpai8208]

@@fhsjdjskkshi well done you're sooo strong!! But please also know that rest days are important to let your muscles rest and listen to your body. If your body is physically tired then you should call it a rest day, or do something simple like a stroll in the park. You should be self disciplined for ex. when you are bored and don't wanna workout. But you should also listen to your body and not overwork it

[@olejimbob]

Trust me, NO-ONE will be judging you for going out for a run. They'll probably be wishing they had the resolve to be like you, get off their lazy butts and start exercising! :)

[@josilyntrujillo3412]

This is literally me lol every time I see someone outside running I always say "goals" bc I always tell myself I want to start running but then I never do.

[@olejimbob]

@@josilyntrujillo3412 Haha, yeah you def should try it! It can be hard in the first few weeks, but it's wonderful once you find your rhythm!

[@mia.nna04]

@@josilyntrujillo3412 same i always see people and i am like "oooh how amazing i want too" but... it would be a lie if i say that i dont have time but somehow.... never end up?

[@chamallow989]

Right ? I always feel like I’m gonna be judged but when I see someone running, I think « How do they do that ? I could never run like that »

[@olejimbob]

@@chamallow989 Trust me, ANYONE can run! A couple of years ago I found it difficult to complete a lap around my local oval... Fast forward to now, and this afternoon I ran 10 kilometres without too much trouble! There’s really not much to it, just consistency and a can-do attitude! 😉

[@MarisaPecoraro]

DO NOT BE THAT HUMBLE ABOUT A 5 1/2 MIN MILE. THAT IS ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!

[@zakiyahmccullough2670]

Right! As a field person in track, I WISH

[@jelkafabianova2801]

ikr? Personally I think that’s amazing

[@starsforthesun]

Exactly, that's amazing

[@abigaill4527]

YES!!! VERY VERY IMPRESSIVE!

[@biab720]

Me struggling with my 8 minute mile lol

[@safrankristof]

the way i wanted to start running today… your mind ugh

[@amberwarren556]

frfr

[@jenny.octobers]

Literally

[@noorykorky5056]

So let me get this straight: This girl got a 1580 the very first time she took the SAT, got into UCLA, got a 169 on the LSAT *WITHOUT STUDYING* AND WITHOUT EVEN WANTING TO BECOME A LAWYER! Now, she is talking about how she became a fit recruited distance runner in three years....

[@cookiesarelikecream]

Her SAT score came from a lot of studying though and she’s always been very diligent about school. I find that a lot of people aren’t as diligent about school when it comes to a study schedule and just aim to get the homework done, which is why they may have to retake the SAT. Her entire channel is about giving us study tips. She got into UCLA because she never stopped working hard and committed to many different extra curriculars, not just track. Her high LSAT score makes sense because she is very intelligent and the LSAT is more about scenarios and reasoning rather than memorizing facts. She’s done so well for herself but I do think that these are things that anyone can achieve if they put their mind to it and stick to a schedule.

[@noorykorky5056]

@@cookiesarelikecream That's true. I completely agree.

[@jeb3180]

the highest is 1600 right?

[@hollydavid69]

Sat ?

[@spiritoftheseas]

@@hollydavid69 In the US, the SATs are a series of exams for college admission :)

[@ShortHax]

And here I am, still looking for my runner’s high

[@cherrienyu]

help how and why are you everywhere

[@kiy0.497]

danganronpa

[@arielvukas79100]

Nice pfp

[@lilleysiddell8599]

And here I am not knowing what a runner’s high is (no hate towards you I’m just not familiar with running terms)

[@Jmloveee]

@@lilleysiddell8599 its kinda like when u have been running for a long distance and u get this euphoria feeling and u feel that u still run much longer

[@Vinnyveggie]

"Running is free and you can do it anywhere" Me: young and paranoid going places myself :')

[@aiyannaa862]

Thought I was the only one who felt this way- 😅😅

[@allison2200]

I have a trail behind my house but I’m scared of going up there (it’s on a hill djdjdj) by myself. Especially as a young woman 💔

[@cherryred11]

i wish i was a man so i could run without fear on this old road in my town. the population is like 300 people but i'm still scared that i'll be kidnapped if i run by myself

[@coolkoala19]

Dress like a man my friend if you really feel like that, a hoodie with your hair tucked in and baggy clothes perfect dude

[@TheNotepadEmporium]

Im 32 and still paranoid about going places alone 😪

[@romaprasad4239]

Me, a varsity distance runner: *watches video anyway*

[@noorykorky5056]

LOL... Relatable. I watch videos about how to learn Spanish even though I've already learned Spanish... 😅

[@Blackcatlover1717]

I’m a long distance runner as well

[@nkaracyran9653]

Haha I’m in the same boat since I’ve been in track and field for two years. Also nice profile pic ;)

[@mydhilys.pillai]

Army 😂

[@cindycreates5650]

haha same

[@taetaes_teacup1810]

It's 3am and i suddenly had the urge to turn my life around

[@straw8892]

same how’s that going for you

[@taetaes_teacup1810]

@@straw8892 I'm to lazy. 3am is long gone by now 😅😅

[@allisonscanlan4144]

@@taetaes_teacup1810 no you can do it! Try couch to 5k if you don't already run

[@jksbananamilk]

Sameeeee

[@gracekim9836]

My advice - not trying to be mean or anything : u should try sleeping earlier! It could change a lot for getting a start on running

[@jiminslostjams4100]

she literally just read my mind- i have been wanting to join my school’s team but i was too scared, but now i might do it 😌 fate?? edit: thank you so much for all the support! i’m gonna do it!

[@xxbabypandaytxx4165]

Joining the school team is hard anxiety wise so Goodluck! For my school, when I wasn't in track, I would always hear other students talking about how one student was super slow so 😬 that's definitely not great motivation knowing that people are actually watching and judging

[@alanacorwin4365]

As a "senior leader" from my school's XC team, I urge you to join. The best teams are the ones who support people, no matter the level you are at. XC here means being able to run at least 3 miles up to 7. BUT IT IS SO FUN I promise. #pastamakesyafasta

[@somethingsomewhere509]

i wanted to be part of my school's team as well!! ive been thinking about joining last year, but covid happened. unfortunately, distance learning will still be implemented this year, so i'm not sure if i could - and what's sadder is, i'm already an incoming senior ;(

[@studyquill]

do it!!!!!!!!

[@shaiii_life]

Do it! Goodluckk!!

[@Nikki360PDX]

I about 100 pounds overweight and started working on my fitness at the end of June. My trainer has me do a 30 min walk each week with the goal of beating the previous week's distance. I just did my walk this week and set a personal best of 1.66 miles. I know that's a very small distance, but I'm proud of myself. I'm working my way up with the goal to be able to go for runs in my neighborhood. Downloading Zombies, Run! has helped keep me motivated.

[@williamcripfoe6754]

Keep it up!!

[@lieslct]

Thats great!!

[@jesuki]

hows it going :)

[@seonjamie3059]

Zombies, run! Is what started me out as well! Hope you're doing well :)

[@vezzzzz]

Im also proud of you , keep it up🎉

[@yoselyn_Lopez10]

Me: *sees this video * Also me be like: “she’s a runner she’s a track star 🥲

[@avneet7278]

I would like but it’s 69 …ALSO SAME😭

[@missyburke4312]

Same

[@avneet7278]

@Rizzy ok?

[@JewelAdrianne]

HAHAHAHA

[@uneekuh]

my motivation for running is rewatching aot and seeing them do vigorous training for battles while I lay in bed

[@luthient2605]

S A M E

[@friendzone_1020]

FACTS

[@michelesamaha6864]

faccctttssss

[@ashleyperez196]

Bro are you stalking me? Because I feel like I’m training for when the titans come 😭😭

[@katharina2127]

SAME LOL

[@priscillaye5049]

i love that the first section is injury prevention! as someone who's gotten shin splints on both legs, it's not fun, and as you said, it definitely threw my motivation for a loop :")

[@aomilkt4265]

Yes! I stopped running in august because I had trouble walking from the pain

[@wupsje1]

Same! I love running but I feel like I’m just physically incapable of doing it without hurting myself permanently. :’)

[@pennypop270]

last year when I did cross country as a sport in the fall I suffered from awful shin splits. though i kept running because i thought that i was just being lazy and i should “get over it.” oh boy was it a horrible mistake. I had to quit cross country and stop running for awhile just because of the pain :/ so I understand what you mean when you say it threw your motivation for a loop lol. i can only hope that doesn’t happen again

[@user-kx1xu9xj9u]

SHIN SPLITS - they will be the death of me

[@nanamiharuka3269]

as a woman with a big chest, being looked at is definitely something that makes me self conscious, I try to wear loose fitting clothes but wearing two sports bras to control ‘the bounce” hurts too much so its really difficult to want to run because its so uncomfortable.

[@hubey]

Maybe long distance inline skating might be up your alley, zero bounce, just smooth sailing and still a great cardio and leg workout. Joey Mantia Olympian skater on KZbin is a great inspiration.

[@crispy2429]

Just cut them off simple 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@victoriac8852]

@@crispy2429 i really HOPE this is a joke

[@bigwhomperz]

@@crispy2429 i just unplug them and put them away

[@melodysafo5437]

@@crispy2429 I hope you were trolling. That was unhelpful

[@seas_again]

literally, running cross country during high school had such a positive effect on me now. as much as I didn't like running in middle school and my underclassmen yrs, it really helped me regulate my diet and sleep! during quarantine, i made myself run a 5k almost every day of the summer so i could build my stamina and actually enjoy the upcoming xc season and not strain myself. also, since it was quarantine and hot out, the trails were decently empty. now, a year later, I run frequently with my friends and it keeps the run entertaining :)

[@studyquill]

yes! xc and track have changed my life so much -- my energy, self-confidence, and health have improved much from running and i'm glad you experience positive effects as well

[@anjanaratnala]

You know what? You just motivated me to do the same! Thnxxx btwww

[@mygrandmahasbetterbreathth5309]

Thats so cool! I havent ran in a couple of years and I just started to run around a month ago and it also had a postive impact on me. And also my cross country team does practice 5 days a week so Im not as socially awkward when im running with them.

[@justjuliafiedd]

Hi everyone!! Sorry to randomly interject in the comments section, but a group of high schoolers and I are creating a project to highlight diverse stories within the running community, not just elite athletes, but also just how xc and track can change a person's life, (ED recovery, body confidence, etc.) Would anyone be interested in joining or just hearing more? Totally fine if not, keep up the awesome work!

[@madelinerindon]

the only thing keeping me from running is that I just don't feel safe as a young woman running by myself, i've had men yell inappropriate things at me, follow me, etc. I always stay alert, keep one earbud in, and run just in my neighborhood, but it's just very scary to do and i have no one to run with.

[@lil_big_mack]

Ah yes this sucks so much. I got a dog and feel so much better running with her

[@madelinerindon]

@@lil_big_mack i wish i could run with my dog but he's a little chihuahua and i don't think that would be very intimidating lol 😭

[@lovecoffeejelly6671]

Sorry you have to deal with that as a girl the best thing I did was having a group of people to run with (you can run with a guy if you want extra protection) Or go to a different area that you might feel safer ...this can be a very rich neighborhood

[@starlightt4094]

There are really popular running trails that always have people around or open parks. You could also work out with a friend. Also dont run at night or close to sunset alone.

[@taviap7164]

Morning runs help avoid some of the danger fs cause less ppl are out and you dont have to worry abt it getting dark outside also its nice and cool :D

[@suviiia]

my dad who is 42, goes running every night and wants me to go with him. this helped me go with him

[@hazel1834]

My dad is 50, and he runs almost daily (he still has a job) for around 6 miles, sometimes more. He climbed Mount Whitney (tallest mountain in Mainland U.S.). He wants me to come with him but I hate running.

[@naomi9413]

@@hazel1834 Broo definitely think about it. make some memories with your dad. if i was you i would take that up immediately

[@lilme7052]

Man I feel old.

[@froggobop7034]

When i do the running/walking intervals, i would run for a while then walk until that tree or that mail box. It works great because it get distracted and just keep walking. I also helps me feel like i reaching little mini goals for one big challenge. Hope this helps

[@priyankaelangbam935]

Sameeee

[@SB-lc5qg]

It’s called a fartlek! Not kidding, it’s a Swedish word that got brought over bc the technique is useful. I do it too

[@lucycowie7245]

I do this when I walk to the bus but I speed walk so that the car behind me only passes me at the sign or whatever

[@remigal899]

Yea. It’s hard for me to run long distances without being able to endure the heat and pain that comes with it.

[@kawaii_strong]

This might be messed up but every time I'm out running I just tell myself that everyone else is admiring my dedication to fitness 😅

[@milliedavis2987]

bahaha no that’s awesome, get motivated and feel that confidence!! 💪💪

[@heatherpalmer4324]

Same

[@Toimen]

I was just thinking about if I should start running!

[@aadya6808]

Me too 🤪🤪😌

[@amberwarren556]

hehe same

[@ana13594]

Same :)

[@tatianavelasco1335]

Me six

[@sabr1na686]

You should start!! It’s worth it and it’s super fun! Might be tuff at first but trust me, it’s so fun!

[@asdpuff]

there's so much difference between the USA and basically all south america lol I just can't think of a time I saw a water fountain on the streets

[@vivishii_]

right, as soon as i clicked this video i realized i’d never be able to follow anything here 🥲 i’ll be an olympic athlete before i find a trail i won’t fear for my life at

[@anyone1111]

@@vivishii_ oh wow! And I have a question. Sorry if it’s dumb! But why is it scary on a trail? Like are there bad people or something? Sorry again for the dumb question!

[@elizabetaaa]

@@anyone1111 a lot of homeless where i live and most are mentally sick

[@anyone1111]

@@elizabetaaa phhh wow that’s really sad. I wish they could get help for that. And that also stinks that people can’t feel safe. It’s awful for both sides and I’m sorry about that. Are there any resources for them?

[@camz7541]

@darío ¿Qué? ¿De qué parte de España? Porque dónde yo vivo hay fuentes por todas partes JAJAJ

[@CarlosMartinez-ig6nl]

Jasmine is honestly such an amazing person. She's smart, athletic, pretty, hard-working, kind, and helpful. Also, your hair looks amazing. We love you Jazzy.

[@k0ilees936]

6:05 "weather you will literally die from standing outside in for 30 minutes" me, with medical heat intolerance and photo sensitivity: got it. anything over 20c then.

[@chamallow989]

Honestly I don’t have any major health issues but I think I would struggle with anything over 20c too ^^

[@zainabtanweer2910]

20 degrees Celsius is pretty much winter... In my country..

[@chamallow989]

@@zainabtanweer2910 Really ? Where do you live ? I live in western europe and it's pretty much a spring weather. In Winter, it can get to -5c quite frequently in the morning.

[@zainabtanweer2910]

@@chamallow989 Right now, I live in India.... But Southeast Asian / Middle Eastern weathers are hot like fire

[@gbkgames2087]

@@chamallow989 eastern europe, this is mid-late spring for me

[@katherinegaless8982]

I am trying to overcome my depression. I came very close to a horrible ending a few days ago and seeing how scared my friends got made me want to change. I will be trying running and this video is extremely helpful . thank you so much

[@viviangomez8]

I used to do cross country all throughout middle school and beginning of high school. I had to stop because I had recurring knee dislocations on one of my knees ( found out that the grove of where my knee cap fits is flat on both of my knees and had to get surgery one one of them)my doctor doesn’t recommend me to run anymore to prevent more injury .I still miss running and whenever I see people running I cheer them on. I might go back into running but not as intense as I used to. To who ever is reading this I wish you the best of luck whether u are a beginner runner, varsity runner, or a runner coming back from injury.

[@jeb3180]

aw, i hope you get back into it!

[@ishikasingh5909]

i legit went from running 6km everyday and 10k marathons to becoming a couch potato😪😪 i was a state level swimmer but i can't exactly swim right now, what with the pandemic and all. Looks like I need to go back to running...... thanks for the wake up call queen!

[@priyankaelangbam935]

Lesssgooo

[@ChickenNoodleFry]

I first started cross country because I didn't want to play baseball that year and I thought to myself: oh, I run a lot at practice.. I knew the coach and he recommended me to start, so I did. I started in the middle of the season like two weeks before the first race. ..I couldn't run a mile.. Did that demotivate me? Not at all. It was a learning experience and I loved it. It was something I could improve on. The people I met also encouraged me and so, I encouraged myself. The first few practices were really REALLLY bad. The greatest piece of advice my coach gave me was to never stop running. It didn't matter if you were going really slow, as long as you kept going. Soon enough I managed from a 10 minute mile to a 6 minute mile. I recommend running to everybody and it's truly changed my life and I can't wait for it next year.

[@casawinner2721]

I often have thoughts about being judged by other people, who see me "trying" to run. Now I try to tell my self "I am running now, and XY is not. Like this person over there is not running, but I am!" It increases my confidence a lot! Thank you for the video.

[@wildflower128]

Love that :)

[@remigal899]

Yes I try that too.

[@bleh5047]

I didn't want to get started because of social anxiety and stuff. You literally read my mind about that and I wasn't expecting you to address that but thanks a lot! :)

[@nienkeh301]

I had the same problem for ages, but after spending a few months running after dark it just melted away. I realize now no one actually cares

[@gbzedaii3765]

Same.. same

[@avabanker1388]

*Jasmine:* You can and will die in a half marathon *Me:* Currently training for my first half marathon coming up in October 😅

[@studyquill]

you'll definitely live since you're training haha, i'm just thinking about how the half-marathon is the race w/ the highest death rate bc it's long enough to be dangerous but short enough that some beginners attempt it w/o proper preparation

[@anyone1111]

Wow thats amazing! I’m cheering for you and I hope you do amazing!

[@tanishkakalshetti8111]

You got this!!!

[@neoboyblue]

@@studyquill saw some ucla student do a marathon without training...don't know how that's possible

[@peerreviewed]

@@neoboyblue My friend somehow did this a couple of years ago. She ran a marathon on pure willpower and I will never understand how she did it.

[@emikochidori]

I literally talked to my mom about starting running an hour ago and you upload this video... ✨ dEsTinY✨

[@JewelAdrianne]

Haha it's 🌠 fate 🌠

[@143essofia]

xD

[@onlyimaginaryy]

Me: “I can do this!” Florida weather: “nope” *turns 100 degrees*

[@sophiaaiello144]

seriously! that goes for anywhere that it’s heat+humidity

[@jai9104]

RIGHT????? really gotta wait til November to even think about outdoor exercise

[@crispy2429]

That’s why you do it in the morning

[@rabosmalcheirosos5827]

having a running buddy actually helps me in the oposite way, instead of going faster it helps me to control my pace and be able to run for longer, i usually go too fast and my endurance can't match up with my speed (yes i need to work on my endurance), but when i have someone with me i run at their pace and am able to actually complete the distance with in a reasoable time and without feeling like i'm dying in the middle

[@urfavoritemineral]

Im entering 7th grade, and I’m wanting to sign up for cross country, and this video is exactly me and motivated me. Tryouts are next week, so I’ll try and update to tell if I made the team. A bunch of people don’t believe in me, considering I’m the only girl that wants to do it and everyone tells me “you should just do volleyball or something”, but I’m quite ready to prove them wrong EDIT: proud to say i PR’d and even placed 11th out of 33 runners! i’m joining XC again this year, hoping to do even better

[@gyoza4452]

she's a runner 🏃‍♀️💨she's a track star💫⭐

[@ysi7045]

I used to run every morning. I'd wake up early, get ready and go. It helped with depression and anxiety and it made me feel more productive. It felt like I had my life more together then. Until two guys attacked me on one of my runs. I stopped running then and I never went back. Physically I think I could get back into it but I'm too scared. I feel like they stole running from me that day. I hate being a woman.

[@shadownocas]

Try to go with a friend and to not so much secluded ares

[@Jjinjaforreal]

@@shadownocas? 😭

[@happyllama1160]

@@shadownocasSomething similar happened to me. I was at a city centre park, fully lit, great visibility, during busy hours with lots of other women running and families out and about. It was 2 minutes away from my house and people I knew were running too. What else are you meant to do?

[@rafffie0]

something that's always helped me be less scared to go out and run is remembering the thoughts I had about people I saw out running. most of the time, I barely even notice them!

[@tudosiesara]

she’s so aesthetically pleasing - even outside 🙊

[@joerig96]

Running is high impact sport so always be careful if you start running as exercise. Running also a patient sport so always be patient when start running, start slow never immediately run fast, even you have start with fast walking if you never have running exercise before. Start with fast walking regularly then mix fast walking with slow running. In time reduce the walking and increase the running. Then after getting better in run you can running without walking or even stop longer than before

[@andycartagenaa]

Always wanted to be a long distance runner!! But I’m also 200+ lb so I know it’s not as easy but I’m working my way there!! Thanks for the tips

[@jazzymcfrazzle9518]

you got this!! it'll be hard but I'm positive you'll get there

[@londonfleurina2388]

You're the same as me! I also want to get on my school's track team, so I'm going to start right now, also I'm very insecure about my weight. Thanks for writing this comment it made me feel so much better knowing I'm not the only one.

[@katyfelix5561]

So im a long distance marathon runner. I’m 220 lbs. I’ve run my whole life so I don’t know starting being bigger but I know you’re gonna be sore easier until you build up stamina and strength.

[@NeidaTeresa]

I literally just went on my first run today!!! I’m so happy to watch this video bc it was HARD and I wanted to quit but I pushed through 😮‍💨

[@ouch2228]

same!! i ran a mile and walked half of the time 😭😭 it felt amazing tho :)

[@hiihrmenschen5569]

You still run?

[@biancaferreira696]

JUST ON TIME! I was thinking of start a running habit. You read minds!

[@JewelAdrianne]

YES

[@peerreviewed]

The "now you've paid the entrance fee" is so real. I've booked on to run a wine half marathon in September and while I'm about ready to quit my training plan, I am not ready to waste the £50 entrance fee 😤

[@TamaraGirodie]

I’ve been trying, for the first time in my life, to have a regular workout routine. I want to be a runner so badly! I started by walking a mile and running one block length, and then 2, and then 3… I’m on 4 now and extremely proud! Hopefully I’ll get fit enough to run a mile, and then never stop!

[@haileyiummmm4120]

THE HAIR IS STUNNING

[@adelinecanney6397]

This is actually rly funny bc I am a new subscriber, and I started running a couple weeks ago. I had no idea that u would have content like this lol

[@JewelAdrianne]

Haha! I def needed this too !

[@sydneys6024]

Can I just say I am not an athletic person and I joined cross country - by far the worst on the team and never experienced such a more supportive environment. After every race when I was the last coming in my whole team was there cheering me on. It made me laugh every time and never worried about how bad I was in comparison only worried about personal improvement. I PRd every race still in dead last but it was still very fulfilling. Love running.

[@kreddy9042]

I love running so much but, because I live in the middle of the forest, the bears have been much more numerous and agressive this year. I started taking my dog out running with me and it was alright but then I had a close encounter with a bear and I’ve stopped running entirely. Thank you for this video, I really got to get out again. (I just really don’t wanna get eaten by a bear)

[@imo.o]

I find having a playlist of songs that last as long as I want to run for. So my final goals was running for 30mins without stopping and it helped to see how far in the playlist I could get without stopping.

[@bonelessbooks9263]

I’m trying to get in shape and part of that is jogging the long way to the gym instead of walking. I track my mile times on my Fitbit. About weeks ago my mile time was 10:58. I ran this morning at it was 9:32! If I can do it, anybody can!!! I believe in you all!!

[@alyonkabenya]

Once I had an epiphany - I can actually run in the evening/ night! And it worked for me) I feel amazing during that time of day and in the beginning it helped that it's dark and less crowded outside. But you gotta feel really safe in the neighborhood for that!

[@savthebat]

im gonna try the school / team shirt thing. The exercise embarrassment is so real for me now that im so out of shape.

[@IDONTKNOW-wg9dd]

Same I’m so scared I’ve been running a mile on a treadmill everyday at 5mph then today I ran outside and didn’t even make it half a mile 😭

[@sophiyaur]

I remember watching this video before I started my first highschool cross country season. I was NOT in shape and I was super anxious so I really needed tips. Flash forward I ended up scoring a average of 9-11th place in jv and got moved up to varsity in one season. Thank you :)

[@kittycatgirl1139]

What was your routine to transition & how did practice go+ become better , I can jog somewhat consistently but struggle to run consistently plz help!!

[@panidot]

I started running a few years ago and then stopped, I've been wanting to gat back into it but I wasn't sure how, until this video gave me some ideas and inspiration to try again! Also, whenever I see people running, no matter if they're struggling or not I just feel so much respect towards them because running is HARD!

[@hersheyka]

when there are no water fountains available at my place 😀👍🏼

[@cookiesarelikecream]

Bring a tiny duffel bag that goes around your shoulders and put a lightweight water bottle in it. If you’re not running on a track team then it’s fine if you have a bit of extra weight

[@lilliegearheart8969]

Questions for runners i have but keep forgetting to ask: -how ofen do your wash your hair? (does it get gross/greasy) -do you wash your face? (before and after or just after?) -do you always run at the same time everyday? -how many days a week do you run/wrk out?

[@Blinkcarpentermonstiez]

off topic but your a blink so thought I would say hi lol

[@Verysillylilly]

(JUST WHAT I DO) -I rinse my hair with cold water after the run and it doesn’t get greasy. -I wash my face only after -I run whenever everyday, usually after a small snack. -I work out whenever I can and try to run daily.

[@ehwoerner700]

I started running long distance in January and it has changed my life!

[@r.m5883]

How

[@TheMaritimeHorror]

Running in my USCG gym shirt definitely boosts my confidence. Like yes, I’m supposed to be running, yes I’m doing it to help my work.

[@haz7256]

i’ve been playing volleyball for two years and i was always the first one to ask to sit down and take a break first since i can be considered the least athletic among the team since i have very VERY low stamina, after watching the video, i’m really motivated to start run again :)

[@jeb3180]

i have extremely bad stamina but im the most athletic amongst my friends who can do long distance i dont think stamina depends on how athletic you are, or maybe it does since the more you run, the more it will increase. idk , maybe its just me cause half of my movement is running i get rlly bad cramps and chest and side pain when i run for a long time, 2 mins is the longest i can run

[@user-mayadebij]

I woke up super early and wanted to go for a run today. The timing of this video is next level

[@guzalriskulova]

As someone who recently started running as a non-athletic asthmatic person, i can confirm that these were all very helpful tips that I’ve followed and that worked great for me

[@arwa-qq9bx]

as a midwestern, I draw the line at literal negatives in the weather. It gets insanely cold here.

[@misomar7193]

and insanely hot

[@danathurnell5177]

It’s always extremely hot or freezing cold and there is almost no in between

[@arwa-qq9bx]

@@danathurnell5177 TRUE. like spring, never heard of it-

[@arwa-qq9bx]

@@misomar7193 no in between here

[@Jjulielira]

A tip I’ll like to give y’all is don’t doubt your self, I was sent back in basic because I couldn’t run and I did 15 weeks and at the end of it I loved running. Also I went from 230 to 187 i believe if your willing to put in the hard work you will achieve your goals.

[@zekethegeek97]

You have no idea how much I needed this video

[@priyasampat2073]

Tip! When running, set checkpoints for yourself! In the distance you can see, pick a point far away to be your checkpoint and tell yourself that you only have to run till there. Keep setting checkpoints until you need to walk

[@darude1420]

One small advice is, consider your form. Mentally you might want to survive your run by making it feel as easy as possible (very short steps) but if you dont run in a way that feels completely natural, it ends up being more difficult and longer to reach your goal.

[@ardinrye4786]

Everyone has to start somewhere! That's what I've been reminding myself when I start getting anxious as I only started a month ago! :)

[@drewman747]

I love seeing people run or walk. Anyone who is out there trying to improve themselves has my respect. Also, don’t get discouraged by what others are doing. It takes time, especially as you get older. When I was younger, I ran about a 16:48 5k. I am now 51 years old and I can run around a low 22 or high 21 minute 5k. When I was younger it literally took me about a month to get to where I can run 16s and 17s. Now, it has taken me almost 2 years to get my time down from about a 30 to a 22. Older runners need to be patient. My goal is a sub 20. Happy running y’all.

[@duckyluver12]

I''ve been running for 10 years but I find these videos entertaining, and always find some nuggets of wisdom. When I'm having social anxiety about getting out the door, I do a similar technique as the school tshirt, but instead I wear old race shirts for 10K to marathon distance and that always makes me feel like a badass. Before I actually ran any races, I went to the thrift shop and bought some race shirts.

[@rustedvelvett]

No matter what because I’m a dude this is gonna sound so weird but you’re everything I look for in a girl, I’m saying this because I try to do a random act of kindness everyday of my life and I’m hoping you take what I said in the right way. I hope to find somebody like you in every aspect of yourself, you are perfect the way you are. I hope you make it to whatever heights you want to reach in life.

[@andreramisch4652]

This video sums up the basics really well. All of those are things that seasoned runners probably don't even think about anymore. You seem to have a healthy connection with running and I really like the idea of discovering running as a lifelong habit. Fun and healthy ambition is what this sport is about!

[@Anasuper1850]

i hadn't checked your videos in more than a year and your confidence in front of the camera is astounding. you've always been pretty smart and articulate but its incredible to see you being so comfortable and laid back recording you're glowing girl.

[@junlucas69]

Gurlie you're such an inspiration. The whole video editing and narration is just so amazing. I'm glad you're getting successful

[@aprylnichole3774]

I started running last July in an attempt to become healthier and happier. I have since achieved this! I feel happy and strong and healthy when I get to run. It's nothing special time wise, but it means everything to me that my relaxing time is a 5k in the morning listening to my music :) I never ever would have expected to be a runner but I'm here now!

[@maru3225]

Tho I am actually a track and field varsity at our school I'm still watching this to really get that "summer glow up" that everyone is doing this summer.

[@brook.53]

How I got into running Step 1: Hate running up and down the court in basketball Step 2: Have your brother be in cross country Step 3: Be forced into a sport by your mom Step 4: Join because of your brother Step 5: Actually enjoy it

[@servantofChrist3]

This is exactly how I got into running 😂

[@strawb3rrys33ds]

Honey did not just say she was a couch potato and then run a sub 6 mile in the same year, that is some serous awesomeness! Thank you and way to go!

[@bluehourrr]

it’s like you knew i was googling this yesterday…

[@JewelAdrianne]

Haha she reads minds

[@JessieLan55]

i love this because it's different than your usual video themes but clearly still something you care about! That passion and also your wisdom for others really comes through :) one of my fave videos of yours!

[@wickedwonderland9831]

I hate running so much, I took up a sport where running isn't even used much for conditioning. I still want all the secrets! (Olympic fencing for anyone wondering.)

[@kitkat_5425]

Fencing sounds so cool

[@new._.napkin3751]

@@kitkat_5425 As someone that used to fence, I can tell you that it is horrible if you are not competitive, quick, smart, and tall.

[@tofuda5050]

@@new._.napkin3751 agree. i learned that the hard way.

[@new._.napkin3751]

@@tofuda5050 Heck same. I only fenced to not seem like a disappointment to my family.

[@jeb3180]

@@new._.napkin3751 im all that except im 5'3

[@frgtmenotes]

I joined a ‘run 60 miles for cancer in a month’ with literally NO EXPERIENCE in running. So your video has deffo come at a great time.

[@haileyiummmm4120]

Another vid from the BEST KZbinR EVER

[@NotFeelingBlauw]

I remember I watched this video when I tried getting back into running in 2021 (I went for like 3 runs). Now I'm on run 15 this summer! I also realise how everything she mentioned has become incredibly important to me in the last year

[@darlasjournal]

HOW It's been two days that I've been thinking about if i should start running!! And you just uploaded a video about it?!

[@JewelAdrianne]

HAHA FR

[@amanda-hibiscus]

Oh my word, this was such a comfortable and approachable video!! I honestly hadn't even thought about the fact that I might feel awkward starting to run in public but I 100% will and I loved your little tip :) Thank you so much!!

[@hearteyes5938]

used to do cross country in my senior yr of hs and even though it was my first time, i still really enjoyed it. I've been dancing around the idea of whether i should get back into and this video really set it stone. tysm for the gr8 tips !

[@LVenc4265]

GIRL A MILE IN 5MIN31SECS😳 - that is so fast to me. My pr for the mile was 8 min and that was my jr yr. Then I gained weight😔 during the summer so my time got worst😭. You're so motivated and honestly this inspired me to run again

[@nadiamoosa3654]

IKR, I’m 13 female, and all local schools in Singapore have a physical fitness test every few years. Last year, I had to run 1.6k and it took me 10min 😭. I was dying at the end of it. Next year, I have to do a 2.4k run and I gained weight. So I don’t even know if I’ll be able to di 1.6k anymore let alone 2.4k

[@michaelakrumwiede]

I have a 25 day streak for running and my goal is to run for all of July, and I even ran on vacation. I've only had one day where I got an under 10 minute mile but I'm trying my best to keep my streak because I want to join track this year (my freshman year of high school).

[@wannab_architect3758]

Thank you so much for this video. Me and my friend are planning on rejoining the track team this year and I’m really nervous. I did my first sport (track) in 7th grade and I’m rejoining in 10th. I’m exited to get a fresh start with the sport. This really made me realize that it’s not that big of a deal if i mess up a track meet or have a bad run. :D

[@avatar098]

Started running in October with C25K. Literally the run walks. Then my first 5K last December. Now training for a half marathon (and beat my 5K time during a previous long run so there’s that) Now I’m hooked :)

[@greicyl5757]

I started running and I was thinking about joining cross country but when I searched up KZbin videos nothing sparked my interest so I just continued doing my thing. This video is perfect timing because I need to train before school starts up again! Thank you so much I love your videos!💙

[@cherubeck]

couch to 5k is a great app for starting running with timed intervals that gradually increase

[@dagmarvantilborg1414]

For real, I was barely able to run for 2 minutes when I started and now I can run for 26 minutes straight (I’m still really slow but I’m going to work on my pace once I can run the full 5k)

[@jacklynn.7150]

At my high school, we only do 1 year of PE and the teacher makes us do 1 mile every 2 weeks (the weeks in between we do 1/2 mile and 3/4 mile). The first time I ran it I ran it in 14:30~ minutes. I absolutely died as it was after quarantine and I was still in potato state. I started to resent PE due to that. It's been a few months now, and besides from that first few runs, I've begun to really enjoy running and can run a 8:50 mile now! I'm gong to keep improving myself and try out for the cross country team next year, as I didn't apply during that first month. I'm definitely going to join the track and field team in the spring though, got invited by my PE teacher & the T&F/CC coach to try my hand at running shorter distances. Thanks for partly inspiring me!

[@Poornima2008]

I'm a pretty slow runner, This video really helps 🖤

[@tasneemsadia878]

These tips are amazing and very helpful. I actually go for cycling with my cousin. 🚴🏻‍♀️ Doing with someone usually can make you enjoy, happy, you feel fun running or almost any sport. 😊😊😊

[@not_dixieee]

You are seriously amazing and a life changer I am so glad that a few weeks ago I found your channel!

[@girlboss1491]

I'm both a couch potato and a runner, I run for my city 3 times a week and on sundays i may go hiking or on a jog. however the other 3 days i just watch tv, and game all day unless i swim. I'm slowly starting to get more and more productive, and in a few weeks i will be running for my middle school. We will run nightly and have meets. I run long distance and only started about 3 months ago. I have been putting in a lot of effort and have gotten better and better. I keep improving my time for the mile and just got 1st place on saturday! Honestly everyone it is very hard but with dedication u can do it. happy running!

[@emmalynn296]

The trail is so aesthetic!

[@juliajablonka5417]

Why does everything have to be aesthetics these days, cant u just enjoy running?

[@heh822]

@@juliajablonka5417 same thoughts

[@bbkaan2639]

@@juliajablonka5417 maybe running is more enjoyable to some if their surroundings are pretty

[@lilleysiddell8599]

@@juliajablonka5417 aesthetics help encourage me to do something I wouldn’t otherwise do for example hiding in my room when my mom is having a panic attack with suicidal thoughts is more calming when my room is aesthetically pleasing and running on the beach to help me with my mental health and physical health when it looks amazing or aesthetically pleasing is more calming than when the beach has grey clouds and I have to worry about it raining constantly is mentally draining for me personally (no hate towards anyone just my opinion please don’t take offense)