How to run for long distances?

bumperino

Your joints are shit, stick to low impact cardio

>>40005481
Keep running until you harden your joints and bones. Losing weight also helps.

What shoes are you using OP?

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>>40005704
>>40005750
>genetics holding me back

>>40005760
Pic related, got them as a gift in Christmas

>So, how can I run for longer distances?

Increase your running distance a bit every week until you hit your goal.

> It's like they can't handle the weight of my body (and I'm not even that hefty, only 70kg).

Your body isn't used to that kind of stress, so obviously it is gonna hurt considering that running is medium-high impact cardio. Wait until it adapts or just get a bike.

>>40005808
Honestly don't look too bad, However if you are constantly heel striking it could be the reason your joints are getting destroyed.

Look into finding a field somewhere and running barefoot, then try to carry that over to running with shoes on and everything should be fine.

>>40006248
Yes, watch some tutorials on running technique.

>>40005481

>>40006078
This.

That's also the idea behind these couch to 5k or whatever it's called programs: not doing too much at once and getting an overuse injury.

Don't be impatient, make gradual improvements, try not to get injured. Keep track of what you're doing, and in a year's time you'll look back at where you started and see a great improvement.

No magic, just steady work, and yes, it does take time.