Running Workouts for Beginners

In this video, I discuss the 6 different types of running workouts I implement into a half/full marathon prep! This is perfect for beginner/intermediate runners that are starting their journey. This is a perfect way to incorporate different style of workouts to improve your running.

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[Tiahpie]

notes
1. 0:45 Easy pace workout - 80% of running. building an aerobic base.
2. 1:29 Fartlek workout - speed play. eg 30s fast 60s slow
3. 2:41 Track workout - repeats around the track. 400/800/1000/1600. build anaerobic. high intensity
4. 3:35 Tempo/ Threshold run - holding an anaerobic state. push at high speed for better endurance for a slow run
5. 4:21 Recovery run - shorter distance. slower pace.
6. 5:08 Long run - more time on your feet. increase endurance.

[AyeThatsKrystaLewis]

Hey Matt! Can you make a beginner running series covering the basics like form, running warmups, training excercises etc ? Love all your content!

[mbrie]

More of these please! I played soccer all my life and am now getting into running but never had real running training/guidance other than sprints. Love this!

[schenkmeister]

Thank you for the tips! I’m 25 and just got into running. Built up the confidence to sign up for my first half marathon in 6 months and will definitely incorporate these in my training

[macariocarido]

I'm 58 years old male, a begiginer, thank you for the running workout tips, it helps me a lot for my running routine.

[mrbuddha]

I just started taking running seriously about a month ago all because your videos they help so much and my goal is to run a sub 3hr marathon one day did my first 5k a week ago at 30mins I’m 25 6’2 260 CrossFit guy too

[alexanderstreling-drcw]

Im getting back into soccer since Ive been sitting in my chair not excersing so I needed this it helped alot

[lucasvarley]

Amazing stuff! All your vids are so well done and very helpful. I was wondering if you could answer a question for me. Have you ever used any of these custom meal plan tools? I got one from Next Level Diet to help add some muscle and I actually like their plans. Was just wondering if you've heard of or tried any of them yourself. Thank you!

[eleiaandsteven]

I was involved in a motorcycle accident last month. A car in front of me wasn't paying attention to a speed change and slammed on their breaks. This started a domino effect and I was at the back of the dominos. My bike came down on my foot and ankle. Thankfully, nothing was broken. However, I lost a good chunk of skin and my ankle and big toe were black and blue from being smashed. I had to complete a fit test for work today. This included a one and a half mile run. I was able to complete the test in the required time. Even though my ankle/foot wasn't at 100%. I've decided that I want this fit test to be easy next year. I'm going to use videos like this to prep for my fit test next year. I plan on killing it next year. I just completed the test with a bum ankle. There are no excuses!

[jerryb.]

As someone who does easy zone 2 runs 80% of the time, I really look forward to the harder runs where I challenge myself. One of my most fun workouts is 5 miles where every subsequent mile is faster. I use mile 1 as my warmup at 10-minute pace and try to finish my last mile under 8:00. It's exhausting but rewarding. And I find that it improves my zone 2 paces.

[adgadg]

Thank you so much for your videos. Really inspires me to continue running. Im just running and incorporating it to my workouts. I do bodybuilding before but when I get older I change my workouts and now that I am 40 I do calisthenics. My goal now is to at least do my first marathon.. Maybe 5k just to begin with. Again appreciate for sharing your knowledge and for inspiring. Who knows I might start to be a full pledge runner. God bless and stay fit!

[sharpridgehomestead]

I must need the beginner beginner workouts lol ... my cardio system is in great shape even after battling cancer for 2 years and I can do a 75 minute workout split into 15 minutes in each zone including zone 5 and when the workout is over I feel like I could just do it again. I'm also a (pre-cancer was a) long distance hiker so running miles mean nothing to me, not intimidating. I lift weights regularly. My problem with running has plagued me for years and that is .... ankle pain, calf pain, itb pain. I should also mention I am 53 years old and I used to run track when I was much much younger and loved it. Anyways, post-cancer my goal was to get ripped ... so I am shooting for 10% body fat and I started in May 2022. I'm constantly changing my workouts, no two days are the same and I wanted to incorporate running into my current routine. Just about 6 weeks ago I couldn't even run 30 second intervals outside. But I don't like failure so I kept trying. I changed shoes, i started stretching more, and just didn't give up. I also bought a treadmill thinking I could work on improving my running on a treadmill then transition to outside (greatest idea I ever had). I've had the treadmill 3 weeks and some of the workouts it has are obviously intervals. I started walking A LOT, 5x30 minute sessions a day first at 0 degree intervals then increase it by 1 degree every 5 minutes so I ended at 5 degrees, Then I transitioned to walking at 6 - 9 degrees. All the while I am doing initially a 30 sec 1 minute split intervals for only 8 minutes ... it was a struggle. But I finally did it, albeit slower. I started increasing the speed and then that 30 sec 1 minute split got easy. So I found another one that was 45 minutes with a 1 minute 2 minute split ... and I repeated the process ... as it got easier, I increased speed or incline, then I even reversed the work/rest so I was running 2 minutes and walking 1 minute. In only 6 weeks I was able to go from "can't even run for 30 seconds" to "I just ran 15 minutes without stopping". The morel of the story is, just don't give up .... quitters never win. Hopefully this will help some other beginner beginner runners.

[invisibleliberty]

I just started Hybrid training. Your videos really help. I have been doing your workouts and following your videos. Thanks.

[MrCheeseify]

Started running two months ago after being motivated by your videos. This was really helpful.

[Dottywalkers]

Hey Matt! You’re producing some awesome videos. Thanks for being an inspirational athlete. My dad and I love your stuff!

[RideWithMe]

i’m currently starting to take running very serious and wanna start using it often after being on holiday for 2 weeks and making a decision to join the army cadets to help me into the infantry line. very crazy, i know 💀 but i’m full on determined to do this and gonna be training more to prepare myself. i’ll be using these tips to kick me off :) thank you ❤

[MrKenng]

Your videos motivate a lot of us eho have never run shirtless before. But I love them a lot.

[ciscokid]

Awesome video. Videos like this reignite my motivation for runs

[startrunstop]

recovery runs are essential in training to be able to continue progressing over time

[_gnam]

The video hasn’t started and I’m crying laughing at the “fart lick” chapter. I’ve recently gotten into running and I found your content at the perfect time. Thank you!!!