Start Running at 50 | 3 Tips for Strength & Health

We aren't all born runners! In this video we tell you how to start running at age 50! Consider these your 3 tips for strength and health.

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[ceedee]

I’m 50 and I ran my first 5k in November and I came in 3rd place for my age group I was so proud of myself and I have been inspired to do my next race

[metalmet]

For me running started when was 51 years and 7 1 year and 4 months back.. I have done 10K, 15K and recently 21K, have another half marathon planned on 8th Dec. Wish i has started 10 years back. Nevertheless its a passion now and never to late to start. Cheers!!

[johannvandermerwe]

Great man - now 56 and started running at 55. Greetings from South Africa. Thanks for the top advice...

[marlinweekley]

Love the Run Experience- videos and advice are great, but had to laugh at “over 50” . I started running at age 63 (4 years ago) have run 54 marathons including a couple 100 milers and as many 1/2 marathons. Us older runners are an overlooked market/ demographic. Certainly there obviously are many more young people in the sport but I know for a fact is older runner inspire and “push” those less experienced. 😆 keep up the great work RE

[StormLaker]

I'm watching this now at have done a lot of running, but I need to do something- my wife and I joke that my "check engine light" came on this appointment(s), colonoscopy, sleep studies, etc. Having a desk job is starting to take its toll on me. Used to ride bicycle to work daily for years and it kept me heart healthy- then I changed jobs, and there really isn't a safe way to bike to work across town (not a bike friendly town). So running and home exercise is my next best option. Thanks for the tips!

[alexcordero]

Damn... The comments have humbled me. I'm 56. Over the course of the last year, I lost 67 pounds and started running. I didn't gain weight from being old, I've been overweight all my life. Believe it or not, running was the reward I wanted for losing weight--actually, I additionally rewarded myself by getting a Garmin Fenix 5 Plus. Regardless, a year ago and 60 lbs. heavier, I couldn't finish half a mile. What I could finish took a long time and I was tired. I now run six miles regularly and my fastest mile was 8.26. I thought I was unique until I read some of the comments... LOL!! Well, kudos to all of us then.

[kathleenolivastro]

This is great!  Thank you for not forgetting about us-the over 50 runner.

[bendigeidfranemmanueljones]

I got terrible knee pain running - I'm sure people get worse, but I couldn't walk up the stairs or drive for long etc. Then one day after 3 days off sulking, I did a big hilly bike ride. I was so impressed with myself, it was 2 days before I noticed my knees had stopped hurting. Later again noticed lifting up on the pedals was the cure - ie almost the opposite stress. Thats my theory, and i'm sticking with it. I used to be scared to stand up, now i can do all the lunges etc.

[marcmetcalfe]

I'm 54 and did my first 10k yesterday. I have to say your tips are the most helpful I've seen- thanks for doing these! :-)

[peckymother]

I'm 58 and have just started running so tips like the ones you've provided on here are really helpful.

[martinsaunders]

Thanks man, I‘m over 50 and used to be pretty active but it‘s been a while. You didn‘t say anything I didn‘t already know but you put in together in a way that has motivated me to go out and start again. Wish I had your backdrop. Thanks from Augsburg in Germany.

[arunav]

You gave me hope! At almost 48 dreaming of starting running. 😊

[rebeccamoreno]

I started running at 49 after walking for years. I only go a couple times a week and only about a 5k but I do it. I was able to help my son move out of a 3rd floor apartment the other day. Basically stairs for four hours. #old dog new tricks.

[bobbob]

52 yrs, running 12 miles, 1 hour 53, comfortably,I feel great, aiming for marathon under 4 hours when 60. , ,had a few injuries though so starting to x train, used bike over Covid and really pleased with results

[caliinthevalley]

42 I used to run all the time mostly trails but kept getting injured and I realized I broke your third tip which is rest and recovery and over training. This video was super helpful thanks!

[dougwilliams]

Thank you for the video. Being 54 and a new runner this was very beneficial. Super tight with the couch stretch, so I definitely have work to do.

[davidthejanitor]

Turned 50 back in Started running a month Got runners knee from bad form.... Hating life at the moment. I have a physical job and a few free weights on the Can't wait till I'm healed up so I can get back out there and run. Focused on strength training for now.

[brandykaiser]

Thank you! I have been a hairdresser for 26 years. Standying all day and twisting to my left to shampoo my clients has wrecked my left hip. It has been very difficult to be a consistent rummer because of the left hip and right knee stress/pain. I am going to do my best to do those last 2 stretches in the AM and PM.
Thank you!

[megand]

Am 55 and started back running after 30 years break(!) during start of COVID lockdowns in April (Australia) with gyms closed. Main point I’d add is SLOW and STEADY (and watch these guys vids). I was well above average fit for age but not constant-running fit so started at week 1 of Couch to 5k even though it suggested starting at week 4. Glad I did, so that my body had time to slowly adjust as I initially got the odd niggle of ‘shin splints’ and Achilles bother. It’s great to be enjoying running again. Thanks for all your info.

[AmosFehr-imof]

I am a 63 yr old male. Started running 6 months ago. First month 1/4 mile run and then walk a mile. Second month run 1/2 mile and walk 2 miles. Third month started running 2 miles 4 months ago and I have not missed a day since!
I feel wonderful. It has become a part of my evening routine through the woods and trails. My Malinois dog runs with me. Coyotes. Fox. Deer. Partridges, etc are all a part of my daily run up here in Canada.🇨🇦