Run Slow, Live Forever: Why You Should Train at an Easy Pace

You don't have to train hard all the time. In fact, it is better for most of your exercise to be slow and easy. In this video, I do just that.

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[peterwhite]

I’m 76. I agree. I trained for a ten k for five months, mostly by running slowly for increasingly long times. I won in my age group because I was the only one in my age group

[waggytail]

Any run at any pace is a gift. Injury or illness can stop you in your tracks. Enjoy your mobility and health everyone.

[hermanortez]

You're 100% right in saying that no one teaches you about running slow. I just learned at 38 years old that 80% of our run training should be slow. 🤦🏾‍♂️ I wish I would've been told this 20 years ago. I always hated running because of how hard and miserable it always was. I love it now.

[frankchen]

Just turned 50 and finally ready to embrace light jogging… always thought running was such a wast of time and boring… now i’m enjoying learning slow run.

[e.k]

After more then 25 years of running- running for me is an escape from life stresses, form of meditation, ability to connect with nature as well as your own body. I compare slow running to recharging the batteries. So many of my friends had to stop running due to some injuries. But i find that with due respect, the body will not break down, on the opposite, it will become more strong and efficient. 3 years ago i moved to a warmer climate and switched to barefoot running. Which gives you an additional connection to yourself and the elements. And that is precious in our modern world.

[georgepoth]

Spot on. I do daily short runs of 90 min each and a huge run once a week. My heart rate tops out at about 70% - that is what most people call painfully slow running. I mostly have to walk hills. But here is the thing: by running so slowly, you do not get hungry and can lose a bunch of excess fat. I find it even fun because even though the runs are longer than most people would do, I never get tired from the intensity, not even on a 5-hour run on the weekend. I am 56, by the way.

[ericpitzer]

I’ve been looking for running content like this. Nature. Depth. Simplicity.

[PaulWhitcomb-tymd]

You mentioned that glycogen stores can run out. You also mentioned "adrenaline" rush. Probably the main reason I run slow now (at age 66), is that when I began running at age 50, I went hard and heavy, setting a p.r. in every race I ran (one per month) and finally, breaking 4 hours in my first marathon. Then, I was racked with adrenal fatigue. This led to the "vision quest" I had hoped my marathon would be. It sent me on a spiritual examination of my life. What was "ambition" and "drive" to me? How much is enough? Am I listening to Spirit?
I embarked on a life-style change. I saw that I had been addicting myself to stimulation. I now seek serenity and stability as fuel. I was never an "A" type, and it did not serve me well to try to act like one. Thank you for this video. You are a fellow traveler.

[johnalden]

I'm 59 and started running again nearly four years ago during the pandemic (I had run cross country in high school and college, then off and on as a younger adult). I have found that the longer, less-intensive runs really are the most satisfying ones. I do mix in some shorter three-milers at higher speeds, but the longer runs are more relaxing. Combining those with significant post-run stretching sessions has, so far, allowed me to avoid any major injuries. I don't care if I am not winning races. I am winning THE race.

[Ray.J]

I am so much in agreement with this! For years, I pushed to go farther and faster, only to get hurt and not be able to run. My ego is on hold in favor of my health! Long live slow runners!

[tonyhalsall]

Great video 👍. I am 62 and I have been a runner since I was a teenager. I used to live by the principle of going a little bit further, or a little bit faster with each run. Now I go out most days for an hour in zone 2 and once a week I go out for 2, 3, 4 and sometimes five hours just breathing in nature. Running is just so great for physical and mental health and unlike common consensus, I believe that running is NOT responsible for knee, hip and back problems, I think that running maintains mobility in the knees, hips and back. Thank you for this great video!

[greyrunnings]

Top item, 100% agree at 65+ 😅I’m still running, often over 25k and slow runs are my driver, can’t tell you how important these are to one’s longevity as a runner. Bravo Sir & Thanks for taking us on your slow run, 🙏

[RivnatZille]

Slow long runs are my favorite ones. Sure, running at a fast pace in a race is cool and exciting, but slow and long runs through some gorgeous vistas can be a great therapy for the mind. Makes me feel so peaceful and calm.

[willyengland]

I agree.
And listen to your body, how it feels on a particular day. You're no robot.
If you feel good, well fueled, run fast.
And don't forget yoga/mobility ...

[nicolabenson]

Lovely video, I so agree. I am 65, did the Lake Garda marathon this March, using Galloway running technique which involves 30 second walk breaks every few minutes all the way through. It took me 5 hours, but I actually enjoyed it, and every walk break was ‘money in the bank’ to give me plenty of energy for the lasts few kilometers. And I had plenty of time to appreciate the wonderful mountain scenery

[jkmorbo]

Just want to say, 7min/km is such a nice pace for a nice easy, long run. Thank you for reminding me to slow down and go longer. Happy running!

[jeevanjustin]

This was a very motivating video for me. I just finished for the first time in my life, a 5k run in about 40 minutes. I was feeling great on the one hand, because I'm recovering from long COVID and suffering from chronic fatigue, after getting COVID thrice, so doing even this much is a great achievement for me.

However, i was also feeling bad because my pace was so much slower than the average pace of my age (24).

That being said, your video reminded me about the importance and health benefits of even running slowly, and not to give up working on my long term health, even if my health is really bad right now.

Thank you so much for your beautiful video. It is definitely an inspiration!

[TawhidKhan]

I watch hundreds of running videos every week. This is my most most favourite video ever so far on running. I am going to save this in a playlist for inspiration and come back to it every now and then.

[jorgeromera]

I was a runner for nearly 20 years and decided to quit for problems with my lower back. I love indoor cycling, resistance training with my body weigth and hiking in the mountains but while watching your beautiful video I've missed those bygone days.
Thanks!

[mariannewolf]

Could not agree more. I love my brisk walks and soaking in the stunning nature. 🥰