I'm on my 3rd day of jogging. I can only jog a half of mile right now and I have to brisk walk the rest of the 30 Mins. I'm over 400lbs btw. FOR NOW! 3rd day of my vegan diet too. This video is very inspiring. Thank you for it.
You can do it! I come back to this video after 2 years, and i lose 10 kg. Eventhough not really much, but i managed to lose weight and i still have goals to achieve. Take things slowly, surely the result will come to you
Was 305 last October, down to 240 this October. The NUMBER ONE thing I tell big guys like me is DON'T SKIP REST DAYS. Your body needs the time to build and repair the muscle fibers that are damaged with something like running. 3 Days a week is fine. Skip a day or 2 if you need it to get your body back to where it can push the next run. Keep setting your goals in small increments and hit them every week. You guys got this!
Most people ignore small progress and want to start running or sprints immediately but this is not how it works. If you start walking for an hour or two daily, your body will tell you that it's ready for jogging or running.
Thank you for this information. I’m a middle age obese woman that has a goal of running. It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for years and I’ve finally gotten to a committed place. You’ve giving me some great inspiration! I will be following your journey.
I pressed like because your tips were spot on! The one about not worrying about what others think is the best, that has kept me from going back out there.
Good on you! Getting started is often the hardest part. I was 145 kg and I’m down to 132 kg with daily walking and healthy plant based diet. I’m wanting to start jogging but I worried about doing an injury because of the pressure on my joints etc. But you have inspired me to start small and do a little jogging each time I go walking. One day we might both be doing a marathon. Everything that’s worthwhile is difficult but it’s worth it.
I’m 330 and have been doing 30+ min walks for the last year or so. This week I started walk/run training and I’m better at running than I’d expected. I do hope to drop weight so that I make running a lifestyle. I think I like it.
I am very happy for you, just started my journey. Been back and forth with journey and I'm ready to just let God guide me on this new chapter. Good luck to you.
Great content for big blokes like me, I love running. To warm up my joints ,I usually hit the weights after the main stretch and warm up, to oil my joints and wake the muscles for the forthcoming run. To prevent " Chafing " around my inner thigh region, a cheap and quick alternative is. 1. APPLY Johnsons baby oil around " Chafe" prone areas then apply generous amount of Talcum powder.
I currently try to walk 30 minutes per day. But I like the mail box idea, I am going to try it over the weekend. I am clueless on types of sneakers for walking vs running but I am realizing I need to research that. Awesome video.
Fantastic video mate and good work.... I am at the start of my journey after leaving the army I got an office job and gained a lot of weight I am now 23 stone and struggling with life.. before leaving the army I ran every day and had a PB of 1.5 miles done in just 9.5 min. My first run will be this coming Monday and will be using your advice, thank you and stay safe Steve
Great video! As a road marathoner for the past 5 years, I'm always looking for new tips on motivation, getting stronger and preventing dreaded injuries. It's awesome to see you pushing to be stronger and healthier! Your post is very inspirational. As a fellow TH-camr, I love sharing my knowledge and experiences to help other runners. I know how much goes into these videos! Keep posting - I just subscribed!
Not going to lie when you first started stretching I chuckled wondering what you were doing but once you started bouncing around and landing on your feet different and stuff I realized that’s like the best stretching for running because that will fire all the calf and shin muscles. Keep it up!💪🏼
Thanks man. I forgot how much i have gone through in terms of running. I kept thinking that i didnt run enough, i didnt go fast enough. Until you say keep training log. I feel better now that i watch back my progress even though nothing seems change in me, but it helps me feel better. Thank you 😁
I get so out of breath at the slightest slow jog. It gets frustrating but I don’t stop, I switch to fast walking. Hopefully I can increase the jog soon
One thing that I would like to suggest is to walk/run on dirt, grass or asphalt but never on concrete. You will wreck your legs. I use to run many years ago and now I am obese so I need to start out with a run/walk again. Thank you for sharing this video. I weight 270 lbs and need to get down to 160 if possible. I am prediabetic so I have to do something.
Fro, I truly envy you, you are trying to run at ur weight an is dangerous. But it seems like you are on a great path to running. Just remember please, never ever quit. I find that the hardest thing about trying to w/o is GETTING STARTED. Just keep pushing URSELF forward. I am in ur situation right now, I just have about 15% more to do to finish my boxing gym, BUY I KEEP FINDING EXCUSES NOT TO FINISH IT??? Along with ur w/o, you also need a very good diet, but allow a cheat day. I know you have to crawl, before you walk, then slowly begin to jog, then running. Best of luck and God Bless you… stay strong, if anything you are giving me my motivation to finish my gym an start my w/o’s. Thank you, Russ, central NJ
I used interval session. I ran for 5 minutes and walk for 5 minutes. Its also helpful to have a metronome app installed with bluetooth earphones. It helps with you not to risk your stride length. I hope this helps.
Yes definitely long term strategy,I’m 53 and want to run marathon under 4 hrs when 60 yrs ,have added strength training,I’m in fairly reasonable shape ,but was fairly podgy taxi driver 4 yrs ago ,stick in ,be consistent
Good luck with your “journey “/ consistency is key ,and I am sure you know this a doable diet/ what about other sports / cycling is great fun ,low impact,even walking is great/checked out your videos you seem to know what’s going on
I just found your channel. You are awesome!! Thank you so much for putting this and yourself out there. I think you're great keep going. Totally inspired me to keep going too.
Running for distance is a good one because terrain changes all the time. You won't be able to do the same amount of running on a slanted road/ grass/ gravel than you would on flat concrete. If you run outside, go for distance. I have a marker on my usual route for when I start running. Then I mark where I stop and try to beat it the next time.
This is my 1st time being 224 I'm overweight and walking hurts so bad I'm always in pain and out of breath I wanna new beginning and seeing you walk makes me wanna try walking your video helps so much ty and how did you feel in the beginning when you started walking how long did it take you to get used to it?
I’m obese. I’m tired of it. For the last 20 years I’ve told myself I’ll start tomorrow. I came across your video by literally typing, “How to begin running when your obese?” In one of your 1st tip you said run a specific distance. So do you mean like run a mile regardless of if you walk/run and speed?
Great video. Thanks for putting it up. So I’m pretty myself and I just started walking/running about a month ago and I’m having some issues with a lot of jiggling. It really bothers. I can feel it like slamming down as I’m running. Do you have any tips to help with that?
This is great! I’ve been obese for over 10 years and always went back and forth with losing weight and gaining it back. It’s extremely difficult to run when you are big. At my heaviest I was nearly 320 pounds and I’m only 5’5 so it’s a lot of stress on my legs. I’m now down to the upper 250’s but my goal is 165. I’ve gone through several injuries and illnesses. Before the corona virus hit, I was averaging about 11-12 minutes a mile. That was late January then got bronchitis the first few days of February. It took all of the stamina I had built up and it was tough. I’ve been able to build some of that back up since all I can do is exercise. Today I ran 2 miles in under 24 minutes which is great. I’ve averaged about 3.4 miles for the for the last few weeks (I take the average based on the days I run 5-6x weekly), so it has helped me with my shorter runs which I save for the weekends. I have found that green smoothies have helped with keeping my stamina (kale, green apples, broccoli, spinach, mangos, strawberries, chia seeds). I drink one about 30 minute before my run. Anyways keep it up dude. There will be days where it will suck but the small gains will feel awesome and will serve as motivation. We got this 💪🏽
Slow stretch doing back and hip stretches before, during and after walking first then building up to gentle jog/walk/stretch/walk/stretch/gentle jog. Start with a few minutes - whatever your personal pain/energy threshold is - and add 5 mins next time. Stretch and move back and hips often even when not running. Be patient - Patient regular movement more important than speed or distance. It’s taken me years to get unfit and back to fitness isn’t gonna be quick either. But if I don’t learn to move it ain’t never going to improve. All the best - I too know that pain...ugh! 😟
I USED TO RUN 5 MI BETWEEN 1 AND 5 MI EVERYDAY I WAY BETWEEN 2:40 AND THEN I GOT DOWN TO 165 WELL NOW I'M AT 315 AND I DON'T EVEN WANT TO START RUNNING CUZ MY KNEES AND ANKLES AND FEET HURT LIKE HELL SO IF YOU RUN OBESE I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH YOU WEIGH I MIGHT HAVE MISSED IT BUT IF YOU RUN AWAY IN A LOT I DON'T KNOW HOW YOU DO IT
I’ve been walking for 2 weeks and I feel you I don’t want to run because I’m scared to hurt myself and never get the chance to even run Eventually we will run good luck Erica
Ok so first I got the same shoes, but feel like they are breaking down fast. I starting at 363 and recently joined a weight loss challenge at work. I battle shin splints like immediately when I start trying run workouts.
I definitely jump rope. Instead of running I do a walk/job combo. My jog is very slow but as I keep moving I’m able to naturally pick up speed. It’s not super fast but it really helps with my endurance.
I'm on my 3rd day of jogging. I can only jog a half of mile right now and I have to brisk walk the rest of the 30 Mins. I'm over 400lbs btw. FOR NOW! 3rd day of my vegan diet too. This video is very inspiring. Thank you for it.
Hell yeah dude ! Tell me how are you doing now ? At that weight by just walking and eating like 2k calories you will go down so fast in a few month
You can do it! I come back to this video after 2 years, and i lose 10 kg. Eventhough not really much, but i managed to lose weight and i still have goals to achieve. Take things slowly, surely the result will come to you
I use my music to determine how much i jog. I jog and stop. I jog one song walk one song. Lol
That’s a really interesting way. I might try that.
Sameee
Smart asf
Thats best way! I do the same for Plank !
That’s a great change of pace
Was 305 last October, down to 240 this October. The NUMBER ONE thing I tell big guys like me is DON'T SKIP REST DAYS. Your body needs the time to build and repair the muscle fibers that are damaged with something like running. 3 Days a week is fine. Skip a day or 2 if you need it to get your body back to where it can push the next run. Keep setting your goals in small increments and hit them every week. You guys got this!
It's ok to walk. Actually very good advice. Not at lot of people realize that.
Agreed. I can run a lot longer if a take a small break.
Walk with attitude, work your body out and you dont even realise the distance you have walked. My 3rd day walk, felt happy and I'm 300lbs
Many marathon runners do it, their reason is its natural
@@chewan639 And how is it going right now?
@@Bloodau I lose 30lbs from there. now resting from injury not caused by walking. Will come back stronger
Most people ignore small progress and want to start running or sprints immediately but this is not how it works.
If you start walking for an hour or two daily, your body will tell you that it's ready for jogging or running.
Thank you for this information. I’m a middle age obese woman that has a goal of running. It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for years and I’ve finally gotten to a committed place. You’ve giving me some great inspiration! I will be following your journey.
I pressed like because your tips were spot on! The one about not worrying about what others think is the best, that has kept me from going back out there.
I know the feeling. That is why some times I run at night.
Good on you! Getting started is often the hardest part. I was 145 kg and I’m down to 132 kg with daily walking and healthy plant based diet. I’m wanting to start jogging but I worried about doing an injury because of the pressure on my joints etc. But you have inspired me to start small and do a little jogging each time I go walking. One day we might both be doing a marathon. Everything that’s worthwhile is difficult but it’s worth it.
I am also trying to lose some weight. I walk everyday. Now I am thinking about running everyday. Thanks bro. Keep up the good work.
I’m 330 and have been doing 30+ min walks for the last year or so. This week I started walk/run training and I’m better at running than I’d expected. I do hope to drop weight so that I make running a lifestyle. I think I like it.
I am very happy for you, just started my journey. Been back and forth with journey and I'm ready to just let God guide me on this new chapter. Good luck to you.
Good luck to you too
Wonderful! Good luck on your journey!
Ur the best
Great content for big blokes like me, I love running.
To warm up my joints ,I usually hit the weights after the main stretch and warm up, to oil my joints and wake the muscles for the forthcoming run.
To prevent " Chafing " around my inner thigh region, a cheap and quick alternative is.
1. APPLY Johnsons baby oil around " Chafe" prone areas then apply generous amount of Talcum powder.
A realistic diary! Just started to get motivated myself, no goal in mind, just picking up some tips before I start.... Keep up with the Vids!
I currently try to walk 30 minutes per day. But I like the mail box idea, I am going to try it over the weekend. I am clueless on types of sneakers for walking vs running but I am realizing I need to research that. Awesome video.
Very inspirational video thank you, I am overweight and recovering from a minor stroke. And I’m going to keep watching your videos.
Fantastic video mate and good work.... I am at the start of my journey after leaving the army I got an office job and gained a lot of weight I am now 23 stone and struggling with life.. before leaving the army I ran every day and had a PB of 1.5 miles done in just 9.5 min.
My first run will be this coming Monday and will be using your advice, thank you and stay safe
Steve
Great video! As a road marathoner for the past 5 years, I'm always looking for new tips on motivation, getting stronger and preventing dreaded injuries. It's awesome to see you pushing to be stronger and healthier! Your post is very inspirational. As a fellow TH-camr, I love sharing my knowledge and experiences to help other runners. I know how much goes into these videos! Keep posting - I just subscribed!
Not going to lie when you first started stretching I chuckled wondering what you were doing but once you started bouncing around and landing on your feet different and stuff I realized that’s like the best stretching for running because that will fire all the calf and shin muscles. Keep it up!💪🏼
Good for you bro ! Takes a hell of a lot of courage to expose yourself to the internet like this, I’m going to subscribe to see your journey!
“If you don’t know what chaffing is…good for you” hahaha I felt that! Chaffing is a pain!
Excellent sensible tips. Start slow build up and make sure you stretch before and after 👍
Thanks man. I forgot how much i have gone through in terms of running. I kept thinking that i didnt run enough, i didnt go fast enough. Until you say keep training log. I feel better now that i watch back my progress even though nothing seems change in me, but it helps me feel better. Thank you 😁
Glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching!
@@frogetsfit8313 you're welcome!
After 2 years, all sort of things happened, at least, i managed to lose 10 kg.
I get so out of breath at the slightest slow jog. It gets frustrating but I don’t stop, I switch to fast walking. Hopefully I can increase the jog soon
Proud of you fam.
One thing that I would like to suggest is to walk/run on dirt, grass or asphalt but never on concrete. You will wreck your legs. I use to run many years ago and now I am obese so I need to start out with a run/walk again. Thank you for sharing this video. I weight 270 lbs and need to get down to 160 if possible. I am prediabetic so I have to do something.
Fro, I truly envy you, you are trying to run at ur weight an is dangerous. But it seems like you are on a great path to running. Just remember please, never ever quit. I find that the hardest thing about trying to w/o is GETTING STARTED. Just keep pushing URSELF forward. I am in ur situation right now, I just have about 15% more to do to finish my boxing gym, BUY I KEEP FINDING EXCUSES NOT TO FINISH IT??? Along with ur w/o, you also need a very good diet, but allow a cheat day. I know you have to crawl, before you walk, then slowly begin to jog, then running. Best of luck and God Bless you… stay strong, if anything you are giving me my motivation to finish my gym an start my w/o’s. Thank you, Russ, central NJ
I used interval session. I ran for 5 minutes and walk for 5 minutes. Its also helpful to have a metronome app installed with bluetooth earphones. It helps with you not to risk your stride length. I hope this helps.
Yes definitely long term strategy,I’m 53 and want to run marathon under 4 hrs when 60 yrs ,have added strength training,I’m in fairly reasonable shape ,but was fairly podgy taxi driver 4 yrs ago ,stick in ,be consistent
Good luck with your “journey “/ consistency is key ,and I am sure you know this a doable diet/ what about other sports / cycling is great fun ,low impact,even walking is great/checked out your videos you seem to know what’s going on
I’m a football player and a wrestler for my school yet I can’t seem to lose weight I’m going to try running more, thanks!
Looking forward to your transformation Fro! Good stuff brother.
Thanks for the support.
I look forward too, that's why I subscribed
Love it brother .. stay running hard .. I weight 340lba and I love running .. #Godblessyou 🙏
You are right it is OK to walk. There is actually a program at the RR that uses run walk intervals. If it weren't for that I wouldn't be running today
I ran 300 feet on the property and ran through the gateway as it auto closed
My issue is feeling self conscious about others on the road whenever I run or cars driving past me.
Same that's why i go to the gym
I just found your channel. You are awesome!! Thank you so much for putting this and yourself out there. I think you're great keep going. Totally inspired me to keep going too.
Thank you so much!
Finally a video that’s not BS.
Good Information. Thanks for the info
Great job Fro! U r encouraging. Stay healthy.
Running for distance is a good one because terrain changes all the time. You won't be able to do the same amount of running on a slanted road/ grass/ gravel than you would on flat concrete. If you run outside, go for distance. I have a marker on my usual route for when I start running. Then I mark where I stop and try to beat it the next time.
Great Video! I am going to start doing some running myself . I just added fitness to my channel.
Thank you for your honesty
Thank you...kind and humble person!
I’m kinda sad I looked this up 😖
But ima try!!!!
Im in the same boat you are. Want an accountability partner? You got this!
@@itzricooo5278 I’m down to be a accountability partner ..
@@FavioHDTV ugh you weren’t supposed to call me out lol. Shoot me an email? Or can you dm on here? Lol
Awesome brother....thank you for the tips...keep up the good work...
"EMBRACE THE SUCK!!"
Really great video! Thank you
This is my 1st time being 224 I'm overweight and walking hurts so bad I'm always in pain and out of breath I wanna new beginning and seeing you walk makes me wanna try walking your video helps so much ty and how did you feel in the beginning when you started walking how long did it take you to get used to it?
Thanks for the amazing advices, love to see you happy and giving others advices .wish you all the luck my friend :)
Youre doing a great job! Im trying to lose weight too!
Thanks and keep up the good work yourself!
Let's do our best
I’m obese. I’m tired of it. For the last 20 years I’ve told myself I’ll start tomorrow. I came across your video by literally typing, “How to begin running when your obese?”
In one of your 1st tip you said run a specific distance. So do you mean like run a mile regardless of if you walk/run and speed?
Thanks for sharing this. It’s really a big help and encouragement!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for the video and helpful information. Very inspiring! Keep up the good work!
Inspiration video
Great video!
Great video. Thanks for putting it up. So I’m pretty myself and I just started walking/running about a month ago and I’m having some issues with a lot of jiggling. It really bothers. I can feel it like slamming down as I’m running. Do you have any tips to help with that?
This is great! I’ve been obese for over 10 years and always went back and forth with losing weight and gaining it back. It’s extremely difficult to run when you are big. At my heaviest I was nearly 320 pounds and I’m only 5’5 so it’s a lot of stress on my legs. I’m now down to the upper 250’s but my goal is 165. I’ve gone through several injuries and illnesses. Before the corona virus hit, I was averaging about 11-12 minutes a mile. That was late January then got bronchitis the first few days of February. It took all of the stamina I had built up and it was tough. I’ve been able to build some of that back up since all I can do is exercise. Today I ran 2 miles in under 24 minutes which is great. I’ve averaged about 3.4 miles for the for the last few weeks (I take the average based on the days I run 5-6x weekly), so it has helped me with my shorter runs which I save for the weekends. I have found that green smoothies have helped with keeping my stamina (kale, green apples, broccoli, spinach, mangos, strawberries, chia seeds). I drink one about 30 minute before my run. Anyways keep it up dude. There will be days where it will suck but the small gains will feel awesome and will serve as motivation. We got this 💪🏽
You have made great progress, keep up the great work you are doing! Thanks for the support also!
Hey how do you avoid back pain when even walking? Been having a huge problem with that since I’ve gained lot of weight during the covid era...
Slow stretch doing back and hip stretches before, during and after walking first then building up to gentle jog/walk/stretch/walk/stretch/gentle jog. Start with a few minutes - whatever your personal pain/energy threshold is - and add 5 mins next time. Stretch and move back and hips often even when not running. Be patient - Patient regular movement more important than speed or distance. It’s taken me years to get unfit and back to fitness isn’t gonna be quick either. But if I don’t learn to move it ain’t never going to improve. All the best - I too know that pain...ugh! 😟
Hopefully Jenny was able to help. I have so far never had back issues.
Thanks for the video, very inspiring and good details. Looking forward to trying it out.
Glad it was helpful!
This was GREAT advice. Thank you!
I have bqd knees..I'm 45 so youth is great too..
This is very helpful. Thank you 😊
Hi great video!! How do deal with lower back pain or any pain in your body. If you experience that at all???
I have never had lower back pain. I usually take advil if the pain doesn't go away with stretching.
I'm a obese man 40 yrs old I want to start jogging but scared of other people looking at me I'm over 22 stone
Don't care for people you are doing it for urself
Congratulations dear
I USED TO RUN 5 MI BETWEEN 1 AND 5 MI EVERYDAY I WAY BETWEEN 2:40 AND THEN I GOT DOWN TO 165 WELL NOW I'M AT 315 AND I DON'T EVEN WANT TO START RUNNING CUZ MY KNEES AND ANKLES AND FEET HURT LIKE HELL SO IF YOU RUN OBESE I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH YOU WEIGH I MIGHT HAVE MISSED IT BUT IF YOU RUN AWAY IN A LOT I DON'T KNOW HOW YOU DO IT
Great vlogs man! Just watched Once Is Enough on Amazon Prime Video and am really inspired to get into shape. Gonna check out the rest of your content.
Awesome! Thank you!
Glad to feel that I’m
Not alone 😌
I am with you.
Thank you !That was so helpful❤
Impressive!!!
I miss running
This is exactly the video I needed. Thanks.
If I can run two miles without stopping will I be in shape?
I got c-suction delivery last 2 month back completed cannot run because fat
Good stuff great tips my man
Appreciate it!
Your awesome man, just subbed
Ice baths are essential! No longer than 10 minutes at a time though! For recovery
Nice, I will have to try that.
I walk a lot but still get embarrassed to run but its now or never I guess
You can do it!
I’ve been walking for 2 weeks and I feel you I don’t want to run because I’m scared to hurt myself and never get the chance to even run Eventually we will run good luck Erica
When you run do you feel tightness in your calfs and the lower part of your shin that connects to your feet?
My right calf get super tight. I just walk as long as I need to until it feels better
Ok so first I got the same shoes, but feel like they are breaking down fast. I starting at 363 and recently joined a weight loss challenge at work. I battle shin splints like immediately when I start trying run workouts.
Wow, the shoes seem to last a few months for me till they seem to lose support. If I kept up on workout, I would guess two pairs a year.
I'm gonna subscribe juat because I wanna see what you look like after you drop weight
You and me both! lol
Johny2x4 me too
3.24km for 25 minuites is it ok?
Appreciate this!!
Thanks for watching!
Im 200 and want to lose about 15 pound before i run. Im 5.6 btw...chubby lol
New Sub here!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Thanks for subbing!
Kazakhstan
Feck the haters ..great vid mate and have subbed your adventures ..big guy here from Uk 135 kg ish
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
i think jump roping and walking 4 plus miles a day might actually be a better option if your obese and cant really run because you tire out easily
I definitely jump rope. Instead of running I do a walk/job combo. My jog is very slow but as I keep moving I’m able to naturally pick up speed. It’s not super fast but it really helps with my endurance.
New sub
Thanks for subbing
Use Vaseline
What does the vaseline do?
Lucy Luve Vaseline make you invulnerable to skin related pain like chafing,rubbing etc it act as a grease
Ish S thanks so much for explaining that I also just learn to place deodorant under your thighs for that as well.
I have never tried that. Thanks for the tip!
That’s a good tip. Especially if you have fat thighs 😯
Have a bag of donuts 🍩 when you run for energy.