Q&A for How to Start Running

I really like finding people to run with. It not only keeps you accountable, it also gives you something to look forward to. It's so much better than a checklist on your fridge or a mark on a calendar because there's a person on the other end.

The best thing you can do is go out and try running for 5–10 minutes so you can get a feel for it. As you get more comfortable, you'll be able to increase your time and distance.

You can download a metronome app. You can run and tap a button every time you touch the ground. The app will count and calculate the cadence for you. Otherwise, you can count the number of steps you take in a minute. You can even look at the stats on Garmin to save time.

Run nice and tall. Keep your shoulders relaxed. Focus on moving forward by pushing back. Be careful about your foot placement. Do not put ten times your body weight on the balls of your feet.

It's never too late to pick up your training sessions again and return to your previous sprinting standards! Focus on strength training with plenty of lower body strength exercises to activate the muscles necessary for fast sprinting. Aim for 2-4 sessions a week to optimize your sprints.

According to popular running standards, a 10-year-old who is just beginning to run should take about 11 minutes and 16 minutes to complete 160 meters (1 mile), so it should take this child about 5 minutes and 38 seconds to finish 80 meters (1/2 mile).

That is really good. It is not a time that would win you a race, but it is better than most.

Set goals for yourself and keep practicing and pushing yourself harder and harder.

It depends on how much you train but if you really want to get better then I would recommend getting an instructor.

The average time is around 14 to 14.5 seconds for a 12-year-old to run 100m.

High 11s, low 12s for the 100m; 23s for the 200m; and 52s for the 400m. Each will vary based on your district and states.

Start with short runs, and keep pushing. Slowly grow these runs.

For 50-55-year-olds, a good time would be about 11 minutes per mile for the average runner.

Yes, that's a good time. Keep training.

Anything under 12 seconds for men in their prime is good, with 13 seconds and under being a good measure for women.

A time of 4.8 seconds is very good, possibly above average. To achieve such speed, consider incorporating leg exercises into your routine.

Start running regularly at a jog to build stamina, then gradually increase your speed and distance. Remember to stretch and do warm-up runs.

Nine seconds is an excellent time for a 12-year-old, as the average is usually 14-15 seconds. Keep up the good work!

A time of 20-24 minutes is pretty good for a 5k. If you reach 20-21 minutes, you are maintaining a strong pace of about 7:00-7:20 minutes per mile. Keep it up!

Most girls run 100 meters in 14–15 seconds, and boys in 13–14 seconds at that age with practice. A time of 12.7 seconds is quite good for a 12-year-old, especially without blocks or spikes and on a dirt track.

Eating oatmeal or a banana before running is a good choice because they are gentle on your stomach. Consider getting oatmeal from a place like Starbucks, as they offer a good portion size.

Before running, eating oatmeal or a banana is a good choice as they are gentle on the stomach. After running, consider having a granola or protein bar to help with recovery.

If you are running competitively, an 8:11 minute mile is decent. When I was 12, my mile time was 6:57. However, if you're a beginner, it's a good start. Keep working hard!

The average time for an 8-year-old boy to run 100 meters can vary based on fitness, training, and genetics. Generally, many 8-year-old boys may complete the 100-meter run in approximately 15 to 20 seconds.

A time between 19 and 21 seconds is generally considered good.

Use an ice pack on the sore areas of your leg and consider taking pain medication to reduce discomfort.

Poor circulation, nerve compression, and muscle fatigue could all be reasons for the tickling sensation. Be sure not to compress key areas such as ankles or behind the knees.

The average time for a 9-year-old to run 100m is around 15-16 seconds.

You can go to a local gym or use a treadmill if you have one.

You can run fast, but it takes lots of practice! Fast running involves many factors, including muscle strength, joint flexibility, willingness to train hard and genetic makeup. Keep working on it! Remember: No one runs as fast as they'd like to.