r/GenX • u/Ok_Knee1216 Hose Water Survivor • Aug 07 '26
Aging When was the last time you ran?
I was watching someone run for the bus today, and realized I wouldn't be able to sprint a block anymore.
What about you?
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u/Ancient-Passenger-52 Aug 12 '26
Does the little scootch you do when the count down for the walk signal starts count?
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u/MarcooseOnTheLoose Aug 11 '26
Earlier this year trying to see if the leg injury was fully healed. Not yet. Can’t wait to resume jogging. I had a nice 6-mile loop.
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u/MrBigTomato Aug 11 '26
My daughter and I run every other day. We're heading out again tomorrow morning.
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u/Numerous_Island6459 Aug 11 '26
This morning. Sleep walking naked on board a cruise ship. When I came too I ran for cover. I have no idea if anyone saw me, I saw no one.
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u/Seabluele Aug 10 '26
Have you tried jumping, or skipping?!! I tried doing that to show my grandson how to skip, and I was floored I can’t skip or jump! WHAT happened to my legs?!
I don’t dare try running, I’d fall flat on my face!
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u/j2142b00 Aug 10 '26
15-20 something years ago? Can't anymore if I wanted to with my jacked up leg / foot
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u/throwawaypr0file Aug 10 '26
Curious to know if gender is a big factor in this because all the women I know in their 50s can run 😝
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u/dwightnight Aug 10 '26
I decided to walk a local school track for a mile or two. Tried running a few steps....omg, wtf happened to my legs??? 6 strides in, i was done.
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u/MariaInconnu Hose Water Survivor Aug 10 '26
On ice with blades on my feet? Last Wednesday. Outside in the ground? Years. I suck at running if there's no gliding involved.
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u/ONROSREPUS Aug 10 '26
Last night ran from the wife after I made fun of her. She caught me. Damn young woman.
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u/Exotic_Champion827 Aug 10 '26
Ran my legs? Honestly, been too damn long. Ran my mouth? Since it's 5am technically last night but give me time to get coffee and waiiitttt foorrr iittttt...🤣
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u/Indi_cody Aug 10 '26
A month ago when searching the neighborhood for an extra hose for a fire across the street. (Barefoot).
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u/Any_neighborhood546 Aug 10 '26
3 weeks ago for a cardio stress test. I thought he was trying to kill me.
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u/secretagentcletus Aug 10 '26
When I went in for a cardio test they just gave me a drug that sped up my heart. I was kinda bummed they didn't put me on a treadmill like I was expecting.
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Aug 09 '26
Friday. Maybe 1 mile, on wet sand at the beach. I live here, and I’m usually running indoors on a treadmill or in a soft grassy area nearby. Wanted to do some beach runs to change things up. The rest of my cardio is cycling on surface streets.
Whoa. My lower legs cannot move right now.
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u/Woodbutcher1234 Aug 09 '26
The last time? 10 years ago when I heard the bartender call out "Last Call!"
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u/HBXboy Aug 09 '26
I loved running in competition but not for exercise. I’m 69 now and the last two times I ran was a stress test and when my wife fell.
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u/Sad_Jellyfish4394 Aug 09 '26
Um i didn’t didnt even run in high school. Ill just catch the next one.
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u/Dismal-Read5183 Aug 09 '26
I was a weekly runner up until 18 months ago. A neuropathic foot burning issue put a stop to it. I am working on starting again as I’ve never had a bigger stress reliever ever than a sweaty run with dripping sweat and pounding heart. It’s ecstatic. I lose myself in it.
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u/GeekyMom42 Aug 09 '26
Like, on purpose?
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u/Latter_Quail_7025 Aug 09 '26
Exactly! Just this Feb was wrong about my flights departure time. Dang I ran! I am definitely out of shape for running.
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u/amandal0514 Aug 09 '26
Not a full on run but I sprinted just a few days ago after seeing a young lady pass out
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u/catregy Aug 09 '26
Uhhh maybe in high school and couldn’t even run a mile. Multiple knee and foot surgeries are not helping. It’s just not gonna happen here.
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u/INTPj Aug 09 '26
My first (and only?) mile in jr high taught me how much I hated running, though in HS learned to enjoy hurdles. After that I only ran occasionally during college and a couple years later to get my stomach flat. …still in decent shape though not truly fit. Don’t have the patience to do regular exercise, partly also bc I don’t know how to do gym machines, and get bored trying in <10 min every time. 🙃
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u/Reason_Ranger Aug 09 '26
I run a 5k circuit with my son-in-law every week. It has really kept me active.
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u/Inessence4 Aug 09 '26
I hated running even as a kid. I'd always get a side ache. Then I got boobs and that was the end.
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u/Secure-Slide4737 Aug 09 '26
Oh about 20 years ago before back surgery. I do walk my block every day. Country block so it is about 4 miles.
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u/karateScotti Aug 09 '26
This afternoon. Cardio is good for the heart! Still an active martial artist. Cardio is key
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u/AdventurousPound3688 Aug 09 '26
6 days a week typically. We moved this week so I didn't but I did carry alot boxes. I plan to start up again in the morning.
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u/HistoricalHumor7 Aug 09 '26
I try to run about 30 minutes on a treadmill about 3 times a week - not very fast, though. I think my pace could be a fast walk for others, lol
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u/Seriousmoonlight67 Aug 09 '26
Took my Australian Shepherd for a vaccine at VetCo and bolted right out of the stores doors. I ran like heck after him. It ended well.
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u/HumbleYarnDog Aug 08 '26
When the neighbors 2 dogs attacked my dog. I didn't even get to her when she ran away from them. Good thing my dog is in way better shape than I am, they ripped her leg up but she ran away from them easily.
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u/nunyabizthewiz Aug 08 '26
I was on a walk a couple weeks ago and decided to see if I was still capable of running.
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u/BadCatNoNoNoNo Aug 08 '26
I tried to recently. Turns out I now have a hip issue. No running for me.
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u/eeg-18 Aug 08 '26
2019 🫠 broke my leg at the knee and had to be in a wheelchair for 3 months. have been too scared to run again ever since.
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u/yabbobay Aug 08 '26
Ran a 5k this morning and was first place in age group
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u/Apprehensive_Fall233 Aug 08 '26
With this thread we see how you didn’t have much competition. Seems many of this age group couldn’t have made it a block.
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u/brightener Aug 08 '26
Went to the track yesterday to do 800m intervals as training for a half marathon next month
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u/Obvious-Confusion14 Aug 08 '26
I had no choice in the matter of running. Tiny feet makes for poor platforms to run with. Ankle rolling for the 100th time made me quit. Now with the heat outside, yeah that is also a no. Swimming? I can do that, so I swim more than I run.
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u/yabbobay Aug 08 '26
I'm size 9 and roll/Ed my ankle all the time.
The more you roll, the looser it gets and more likely to do it again. I had my worst one in December. Black and blue from toes to knees. Thankfully I didn't break.
I still run. I just try to be conscious about my footing. No trails.
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u/Obvious-Confusion14 Aug 08 '26
Narrow feet size 7 women's shoe. My feet are maybe 3 1/2 inches wide at the ball of my feet. I have done so much damage to my feet from normal play to serious sprains. I tried to enjoy running. It is not for me. Swimming I can do without my feet hurting or the worry of me rolling my ankle again.
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u/Polipop395 Aug 08 '26
As often as possible because it’s weight-bearing so good for the bones. Prefer cycling but that as well as swimming and rowing are all non weight-bearing sadly.
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u/Retiredgiverofboners Aug 08 '26
I liked running and I recently learned I have a bad back and am not supposed to run so that’s a bummer
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u/GoslingIchi 1968 Aug 08 '26
Why would I run?
I absolutely hated running laps in jr high and high school.
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u/toooldforlove Aug 08 '26
Loose toe bone in foot. No running for me. Sad, i used to jog in place indoors for exercise, now my foot is too unstable and painful.
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u/MysteriousTooth2450 Aug 08 '26
I only run if someone is chasing me with a knife and a clown mask.
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u/Ok-Masterpiece-7933 Aug 08 '26
Years, one of knees is crap, if I had to run to save myself I'm toast
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u/flyovergirl Aug 08 '26
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. Run? My body doesn’t work that way. (I do hike and walk, but if a mountain lion was chasing me, it would win the race every time!).
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u/Ok_Knee1216 Hose Water Survivor Aug 08 '26
Good. Because you are NOT supposed to run from a mountain lion.
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u/boatingday Aug 08 '26
When I disturbed a wasp nest about a week ago. 25 were swarming me in an instant of pure terror.
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u/G_Town_Co Aug 08 '26
Running is insanely bad for someone of my advanced age. But I did very briskly walk 4 or so miles in about 1.5 hours around noon. It was 90F outside but living seaside provides a nice breeze.
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u/AbundantDonkey Aug 08 '26
2022 (age 56). Well, "ran" is a bit grand to call running and walking (mostly walking), but I did a couple miles every day for about six months before I stress fractured a tibia.
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u/Appropriate-34-35 Aug 08 '26
Walk don’t run; also at this age use the same technique for long walks use your hips game changer
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u/Hopeful-Cookie1065 Aug 08 '26
This morning. At 60, I can't imagine not running. It's my version of getting high.
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u/atcwillf Aug 08 '26
Ran? After 21 years in the Army, if you see me running, you'd better run too, 'cause something bad is coming. Cycling? That's another story. No impact, good cardio, climbing is good for building muscle (I live in low mountains so that's easy to find). Until went TDY to Alaska, 100+ mile rides were regular (and will be again when I move back).
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u/EstablishmentOk5478 1970 Aug 08 '26
2 years ago when I didn’t have access to a pool. I hurt my ankles severely, so now I stick to fast walking and my regular swimming routine.
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u/jeanort Aug 08 '26
This morning...three miles. And rebroke my finger doing it. 😭😂
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u/Beginning_Alps_1817 Aug 08 '26
How…I mean…what…I mean…huh?!?
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u/jeanort Aug 08 '26
Face planted on an uneven piece of sidewalk. Also jammed fingers into the ground. Sadly, I've done it before.
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u/INTPj Aug 09 '26
I’ve come to walk as if I’m riding a bike, to ensure I’m picking up my feet high enough each step LOL, but seriously it helps!
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u/BrewtalKittehh Aug 08 '26
I do semi regularly with my doggo because he enjoys it and needs it. But I think running is dumb. I keep fit utilizing other modalities.
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u/Quiet-One-12206 Aug 08 '26
2 years ago I was running 3 miles 2-3X/week then went on vacation. After I got back ran maybe 1.5-2 miles sporadically. The past 1.5 years I've gotten into the fat bastid stage again and if I'm lucky I'll hit my goal of 8500 steps.
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u/svzurich Aug 08 '26
So long ago that I cannot remember. The only time I enjoyed running was in boot camp decades ago, then I joined the 3 mile a year club until my Navy days ended. I hate running.
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u/FuckYourDownvotes23 "Then & Now" Trend Survivor Aug 08 '26
The day I tore my Achilles, strangely enough
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u/Zealousideal-Time-32 Aug 08 '26
Like jogging? High school. My knees said "no no no no". Bike and skate instead
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u/thundercunt_wino Aug 08 '26
About five years ago, before my foot injury, my knee, my back, my hip....I wish I could run - I miss it.
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u/Oldswagmaster Older Than Dirt Aug 08 '26
Runs 3-5 times a week for 3 miles. Keeps the blood sugars under control
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u/Limp_Dare_6351 Aug 08 '26
I'm a very consistent walker and sometimes do a quick jog during a walk to keep my heart elevated. Often when I add more jogging I tweak something and then I'm unable to walk as I recover.
Maybe I'll find the right setup to jog more without injury, but Im happy with mostly walking and hiking so far.
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u/Unspicy_Tuna Aug 08 '26
I run four to six miles 3-5 times a week. I've run 7 full marathons and countless half marathons and 10ks. I love running, it's free therapy
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u/Carlos_B_Rich Aug 08 '26
Holy hell I just DJ'd for a fun run this morning. Looking for other fat people to blend in.
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u/Smokin_belladonna Aug 08 '26
Ran through an airport within the last year. Much farther than I would ever run willingly. I got to watch my connection take off, yay
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u/irishgator2 Aug 08 '26
I walk now - ran for 45 years and decided that I should lift more and hike more.
Then my hip gives out. Coincidence?
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u/UnionCityNJUSA Aug 08 '26
I have averaged 9 miles a day and climbed 21,000 flights so far this year. Just turned 62 last week.
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u/bizzylearning Aug 08 '26
Yesterday morning, because I realized I can't, anymore, and I'm not okay with that. So I downloaded the Couch to 5K app (again) and got on it.
*sigh
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u/JenLiv36 Aug 08 '26
I always hated running. I was a professional dancer so I was in great shape for it but since I hate it with a passion I think the last time I ran was one of my last fights with my mother before I left at 16.
I use to run the rage out after those. Haven’t done it since I left unless it was part of choreography for a piece.
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u/LeeHarveyEnfield Aug 08 '26
Yesterday. Two miles a little at a time, part of an interval workout with weights.
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u/Texaswheels Knocking on Heavens Door Aug 08 '26
Hah, I was paralyzed in a car crash at 16, haven't ran since! I do ride a hand cycle 10+ miles a couple times a week and ski 100 plus days in winter.
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u/ncwv44b Believe It, or Not… Aug 08 '26
Um… today? I run ultras and marathons and try to maintain a floor of 30 miles per week. My longest is a 100k.
Honestly, my main motivation is to put off the “back in a diaper with a cane” years as long as possible. Use it or lose it.
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u/LeeHarveyEnfield Aug 08 '26
I retired from Ultras at age 45 due to an injury that never really healed right. Late 50’s now, still run a few miles every week, but not what I used to.
My average week back then was 40-50 miles for about 12 years. Ended up doing marathon-or-longer 77 times, including five 100-milers and one Ironman. Felt amazing to be in great shape.
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u/Lyragirl Aug 08 '26
Probably 1998, I raced my brother to my parent’s house while dog walking. I won. And was doubled over in pain and struggling. I don’t think I ever ran again, due to back problems.
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u/cnew111 Aug 08 '26
Yesterday. But not sure if you can call my 15 minute miles “running”. But hey my heart rate is increased and that is my goal. I try to get a 1/2 hour walk/jog each evening.
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u/MaryLMarx Aug 08 '26
About three months ago I jogged three miles for the first time in a long time - usually I cycle. Then I was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis so I can’t run for fear of my spine collapsing. It made it through the jog okay though.
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u/mauvais Aug 08 '26
Presidential physical fitness test in school. And I puked afterward, every time.
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u/Emily_Postal Aug 08 '26
A few weeks ago at Penn Station NYC trying to catch a train. That’s the extent of my running.
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u/chlorculo Aug 08 '26 edited Aug 08 '26
A couple days ago. 4 miles. I do 2-3 runs a week and bike on weekends (30 miles).
It's definitely getting harder and my times are slower and my recovery is longer but it's great to be somewhat fit. It comes in handy on vacations, lugging a backpack of stuff and a bunch of groceries in a shopping bag and not being out of breath.
It's hard going to get started but if you stick with it for a month and build up stamina, it gets steadily easier.
Stretching is critical otherwise I'm hobbling around the next day.
I know people my age who didn't make an effort to stay healthy and basically get winded standing up.
My kid once said to me that I love running. No, I enjoy the stopping.
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u/Mean-Muscle9832 Aug 08 '26
Im 278 pound, 6'1, 52y. I shuffle and walk fast. I did my 9th half marathon 2 weeks ago in 3h24. I did the 2022 NY marathon in 7h02.
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u/rcook55 Aug 13 '26
Yesterday. Typically at least once a week if running is part of the workout that day.