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I enjoy running and I am trying to train for endurance running at 45 years of age. I can run 2 miles within 20 min. But I am interested in long distance and endurance running to treat depression and aide in maximum weight loss results. Any advice encouragement on how to get started?

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Hi there. I began running seriously at 39. The key is to start slow and go short distances. Designate one day of your week as a “long run” day and slightly increase your distance each week. If you get winded too easily, slow down— even try run/walk.

And STRETCH!!! Before and after. It’s so important.

Good luck!

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Carlos68

Hello Gmalove,

Running is very good activity for depression, stress, sadness, running make you forget your problems for a while... I can say that your time is very good, I read somewhere that if you can run for 35-40 minutes without stopping ( it doesn’t matter if you slow down), you can run a marathon.. but first start training.. I did my first marathon (26.2 miles) at age of 43 the second at 45 and my third one at 47 years old.. all of them under 5 hours.. I’m sure you will do better... Bottom line,

Just train, keep running and adding distance, and start with short races 5ks, then add a 10k, when you confortable sign for a half marathon or 2 and then the big one.. (do everything on your own time, don’t run to beat someone)did I mention where I read tip for running:

LA Marathon home page..

Good luck and keep running