I started running a couple of weeks ago at least 3 to 4 times per week and i still smoke. I'm trying to quit though. Today i purposely spent all my pocket cash so that i won't have money to buy smokes tomorrow. If i can make it just 3 days without smoking then I should be fine.
But I have been running on the treadmill like this: 2 minutes running (not sure of speed) then 2 minutes walking, then 2 min running, then 2 minutes walking or i should say jogging. I get to around 16 minutes in this method and then i'm tired...
But I have quit smoking before and then started running and normally I could do 20 minutes straight jogging no problem.
I think that even if you smoke you should be able to jog 15 to 20 minutes on the treadmill with no problem.
The key is, you have to keep doing it every day or at least 5 to 6 days per week, in the morning is best. You may want to lift weights as well before you go running.
Just keep on going and keep trying to quit smoking... you may want to visit quitsmoking.com they have some good articles there.
And to keep you motivated you may want to subscribe to Muscle and Fitness magazine..
You could do it!!! good luck.  |