Is running 10 miles in 1 hour and 20 mins good?

[Stev3]

90% of this forum can't 5 miles.....you're good lol

[abracada]

Recently I lost my fitness due to being ill and I've been starting to get it back which is why I am taking this year away from boxing but would you say that being able to run 10 miles, without stopping in 1 hour and 20 minutes is anywhere near ring ready?

I am aware that running is a moderate work out as to sparring being intense etc but do you think I am doing okay so far in terms of fitness? I am staying away from sparring etc for six months so I can go in there and fully enjoy it without gassing out all the time like last time, I wasn't exactly all that fit when I last boxed.

I am going to begin sprinting soon so it's more relevant to boxing but I am asking for long distance in this post.

Opinions?

[Dip_Slide]

If you don't mind could you please give some examples of what a 30 min running/swimming HIIT routine would look like? Or what a kettle bell session would look like. We have them at my gym, but I don't know how to program them. Thank you

I mostly do my HIIT on a treadmill because it's easier to control, you can't slow down if you're tired. I first jog for 5 minutes to warm myself up, then depending on what shape i'm in I do 1 minute sprint with 3% inclination and 1 minute break where I slowly jog with no inclination. I repeat that 10 times, then I cool down at slow speed for like 2 minutes so I'm done in like 30 minutes, but it feels like I've been running for 3 days, but then within an hour or so you've already recovered again and you can do other workouts. Main thing is that you don't do it more than 3 times a week and never cold, you have to be warmed up.

I honestly don't monitor my heart rate while working, I just do the talking test if I feel too tired, if I can't get out a 4 word sentence this means I'm going to hard and putting too much strain on my heart, so I slow down. I think monitoring your heart is more accurate if you're already in shape, but if not it will prevent you from pushing yourself.

If you don't have a treadmill then you can do it on a hill somewhere. sprint going up, slowly jog going down.

Swimming, same thing, one lap sprint one lap slow. Swimming is great because it activates your upper body too and it's perfect for joints. Make sure you're disiplined in there though.

[Tyson223]

I mostly do my HIIT on a treadmill because it's easier to control, you can't slow down if you're tired. I first jog for 5 minutes to warm myself up, then depending on what shape i'm in I do 1 minute sprint with 3% inclination and 1 minute break where I slowly jog with no inclination. I repeat that 10 times, then I cool down at slow speed for like 2 minutes so I'm done in like 30 minutes, but it feels like I've been running for 3 days, but then within an hour or so you've already recovered again and you can do other workouts. Main thing is that you don't do it more than 3 times a week and never cold, you have to be warmed up.

I honestly don't monitor my heart rate while working, I just do the talking test if I feel too tired, if I can't get out a 4 word sentence this means I'm going to hard and putting too much strain on my heart, so I slow down. I think monitoring your heart is more accurate if you're already in shape, but if not it will prevent you from pushing yourself.

If you don't have a treadmill then you can do it on a hill somewhere. sprint going up, slowly jog going down.

Swimming, same thing, one lap sprint one lap slow. Swimming is great because it activates your upper body too and it's perfect for joints. Make sure you're disiplined in there though.

Thank you. What about with the Kettlebells. Any tips for that on how to make a routine?

[IanPullman]

I’m working with a running coach who emphasizes the importance of mixing up workouts and not overtraining. He says it's a good result

[them_apples]

Recently I lost my fitness due to being ill and I've been starting to get it back which is why I am taking this year away from boxing but would you say that being able to run 10 miles, without stopping in 1 hour and 20 minutes is anywhere near ring ready?

I am aware that running is a moderate work out as to sparring being intense etc but do you think I am doing okay so far in terms of fitness? I am staying away from sparring etc for six months so I can go in there and fully enjoy it without gassing out all the time like last time, I wasn't exactly all that fit when I last boxed.

I am going to begin sprinting soon so it's more relevant to boxing but I am asking for long distance in this post.

Opinions?

sparring trains you to get control your heart rate, because it demands a lot at any given moment.

running conditions your body, your heart and muscles.

you will need both. If you just run, sparring will still fatigue you because you won’t know how to control your heart rate.


If you just spar and don’t run, you’ll fade down the stretch and won’t have very good recuperation in between rounds.

also I really doubt that ANYONE is over training today. They are just mentally weak. Fighters have pushed themselves to the absolute limit for centuries. I guarantee it’s not a man born in the last 25 years thats taking this title.

[IanPullman]

Wow, running 10 miles in 1 hour and 20 minutes is impressive! As a would say, consistency and proper technique are key. Your HIIT routine sounds intense but well-structured. I like how you incorporate incline sprints and breaks—it keeps things challenging and varied. The talking test is a smart way to gauge effort without getting too technical. I agree that warming up is crucial to avoid injuries. Swimming is another excellent option you mentioned; it’s a fantastic full-body workout and gentler on the joints.