How Fast Should I Run on a Treadmill

by Amir
(Tehran)

I am a 49-year-old male and in good shape.
How fast should I run on a treadmill?
Thank you.


Answer by Dominique:


Amir,
Thanks for your question.

It is impossible to answer this without knowing your current stamina and your goals and/or upcoming races.


Generally, most of your running should be easy paced running. There is however a place for faster running in your running program.

I advise you to read through my running training section. In the running training section you will find helpful information about the different running speeds and how they help in achieving your goals.

If you have more questions after you have read through the running training section, please reply to this response via placement of a comment to this post and I will try to help you further.


Enjoy your running.
Cheers,
Dominique

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Running Training Helpline.



Like this page:


Share this page:


Like this site:


[?] Subscribe To This Site

XML RSS
follow us in feedly
Add to My Yahoo!

Helpful
Resources

  • Beginner Running Tips

    Are you a beginning runner? Then this is your best starting point. Many tips and running programs on offer, dedicated to you.

  • Running for Weight Loss

    Aiming to lose a few pounds? Get into the Running for Weight Loss section for tips and advice.

  • Running Training

    The Running Training section of the site has got the most articles. It is constantly getting updated with new tips and information. A must-visit if you are serious about improving your running performance.

  • 5k Running Tips

    The 5k is a great distance to run and train for. The great thing is that you can do it quite often and see big improvements.

  • 10k Running Tips

    The 10k is a real challenge. You need to run fast for an uncomfortably long time! Check out this section if you are strong of mind and legs!

  • Marathon Running Tips

    The marathon is a massive challenge. Proper training is so important! Make sure to check out this section if you have got your mind set on the marathon!




What's New?

  1. How Fast Should I Run Without Putting My Heart in Danger?

    I am a beginner runner. How do I know (based on my heart rate) if I'm over doing it and possibly putting my 47-year-old heart in danger? Also, are

    Read more

  2. What's a Realistic Goal for My Next Half Marathon?

    I started running three months ago and followed a beginner marathon training schedule that had me running between 12-20 miles a week and running 4 days

    Read more

  3. Trying to Run Half Marathon in Under 1.30

    Hi, I am 18 year old and I've entered for my local half marathon, which is in 2 months. My goal is to bring my race time to below 1 hour 30 mins.

    Read more

  4. Is 20 to 30 Training Miles Enough to Run a Half Marathon

    I have been a committed runner for a year and a half now and have completed two half marathons with over a dozen 10k races! With the snow and winter

    Read more

  5. 64 Years Old - Want to Increase My Running Speed

    I am a 64 years old male and never really ran in my younger days. Recently I have picked up running and speedwalking. I participated in a half marathon

    Read more