Slow jogging: I have just had my first go at... - Bridge to 10K

Bridge to 10K

16,516 members26,546 posts

Slow jogging

Katie204 profile image
Katie204Graduate10
14 Replies

I have just had my first go at slow jogging - as devised by the late Hiroake Tanaka of Japan. The technique is so slow and gentle - but I knocked a whole 15 seconds/km off my normal running time! Has anyone else tried this?

Here is some more information about it: youtube.com/watch?v=9L2b2kh...

Written by
Katie204 profile image
Katie204
Graduate10
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
14 Replies
misswobble profile image
misswobbleGraduate10

I love slow jogging. It's deeeeelish!

Ive recently been doing it on longer training runs where the aim is to start and finish a long run feeling as good at the end as when you started.

I think it helps mentally too as it takes any panic out of it. I must do this, I must do that, kinda scenario. it's very calming, which has to be good for our running

I like it too because it reduces the risk of injury

Katie204 profile image
Katie204Graduate10 in reply tomisswobble

I was very impressed with it. It does take all the stress out of running/jogging because it is such a gentle process. And yes, having not gone out since the start of the month, I did two 3-minute runs and two 5-minute runs yesterday, with no problem! Definitely going to keep going with this.

misswobble profile image
misswobbleGraduate10 in reply toKatie204

Good for you 💪👍😃🏃‍♀️

Coddfish profile image
CoddfishGraduate10

I went on an Alexander technique running course a couple of years ago. It involved running with the central part of your vision blocked out, posture very similar to that shown, and trying to imagine you were smiling with the back of your head. The net effect was to shorten your stride, and get you running on your forefoot without actually being told to do so. The only difference I can see to this was the idea was to do it at a fast cadence - this looks slow.

It transformed my other half’s running, turning him into a gazelle. It thoroughly confused me!

RunaroundSue profile image
RunaroundSueGraduate10

That looks interesting. I might give it a go. Not that I run fast anyway :)

DiscoRunner profile image
DiscoRunner in reply toRunaroundSue

I’m a big fan of this and post it a lot on the c25k forum for anyone struggling. And as I say it is more than just slow - it’s the combination of landing & stride length as well as how to hold your body, arms and head. I get the feeling I can just go & go! It’s a really lovely pace & makes the running pleasurable in the moment!

Dexy5 profile image
Dexy5Graduate10

Yes a lot of c25k runners were sharing this over the last few months so I think we are going to see more of it on our streets and parkruns .

DiscoRunner profile image
DiscoRunner

I absolutely love this technique and have been running this way since W6 when I first saw it. I post it a lot on the c25k forum to anyone who’s struggling. It’s really helped me with building duration and I’ve found I love long slow runs. I was out this morning running in a forest in the Wye Valley and this pace allows you to run on uneven ground and in new places because you have time to look and be take care. It’s also fantastic for building strength and stamina.

Katie204 profile image
Katie204Graduate10

It definitely takes the anxiety out of the exercise - so you don't spend a week psyching yourself up to get your running shoes on!

I was surprised how fast I went, too - even though I was just tapping my feet gently on the ground, like the man says, I was taking very quick steps, and I managed to shave a whole 15 seconds/km off my usual time!

Equi-geek profile image
Equi-geekGraduate10

The technique helped me a lot when the knee-niggles hit during C25k W7-9 and, yes - as others have found - it takes the stress out of anticipating a hard workout. Puts miles on the legs but lessens jarring, which is great for arthritics like me.

Katie204 profile image
Katie204Graduate10 in reply toEqui-geek

Hi Equi-geek - I have just done the run for PC Harper. Thank you for telling us about it! I hope they had loads of people doing it.

Equi-geek profile image
Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toKatie204

Me too Katie - he was in my thoughts the whole way.

Meepmum profile image
MeepmumGraduate10

I'm another follower of the Professor, graduated end of June and have just managed 60 minutes using the 10% rule to extend my time. Both replacement knees holding up well so far 🤞

Katie204 profile image
Katie204Graduate10

I've just been out on a 7km run to commemorate the late PC Andrew Harper (see Equi-Geek's post). It was sweltering and it took me a whole hour to get round - but the first 30-odd minutes were fine as I tiptoed around Canary Wharf.

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Slow or not slow...

Hiya, After my 5K on Saturday I planned on 2 days of rest and I definately needed them. I was SORE!...

Slow

Slow getting out the front door, as ever it’s deciding where to run that takes me ages. I decided...
BaddieThePirate profile image
Graduate10

Slow trundle

In fact, actually a VERY slow trundle round the nature reserve with Taylor B in harness. So slow...
Maddee_6333 profile image
Graduate10

Slow run

Running slowly is really difficult!!!! My usual pace is around 5.40km. had to rely on my watch to...
Pete1w profile image

The Week of Slow...!🏃‍♀️🤷‍♀️🙂

Just picked up my copy of Matt Fitzgerald’s ‘80/20 Running’. I have to say, that flicking through,...
Sandraj39 profile image
Graduate10

Moderation team

See all
MissUnderstanding profile image
MissUnderstandingAdministrator
Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministrator
Annieapple profile image
AnnieappleAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.