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How can I run faster? I feel so slow

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WikiLynxJumper245

02/17/25 4:07pm

As someone who historically does NOT work out, one of my goals for this year is to run a 5k so I started training about 3 months ago. I feel great being more active but I'm frustrated because I am still pretty much as slow as I was when I first started! How do you get faster?

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Francisco Gomez
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02/18/25 10:03am

If you haven't already, create a stretching routine that stretches your hips, your hamstrings, your quads, and your calves because that's what you're going to use for speed and that will help you run faster. By stretching these areas, you'll have more movement and flexibility. Then, at the end of your workout, incorporate a few sprints just to wake up your motor skills and the motor development of your spinal cord down to your muscles.

Another thing that could help is ensuring you don't start your run too fast or you'll get exhausted. So take your time, relax your breathing, and relax your form.

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Anonymous wikiTapir

02/18/25 12:33pm

It's also important to do some regular strength training too: I run almost every day but a few times a week I also do squats, step-ups, and single-leg deadlifts to help strengthen my legs.

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Anonymous wikiCassowary

02/18/25 1:00pm

Try interval training, hill training, jump rope workouts, strength training, resistance training, and cross training. All of these things will help you run faster, but it'll take time and you have to be consistent. Good luck.

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Anonymous WikiTapir

02/27/25 2:18am

Do you have any tips for getting to a fast speed during a race, like 100, 200, 300 meter face?

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