I’m a casual runner so maybe this is a stupid question, but the more I get into running the more I’m finding it hard to run at any pace other than the one I settled into.
If I run slower or faster, it’s moderated by my stride length, but my feet hit the ground in sync with a 145BPM. If my feet are hitting the ground at anything other than 145BPM it just feels wrong.
I now have a spotify playlist with about a dozen running songs at as close to 145BPM as possible (as little as 2 BPM deviation feels rushed or dragging).
Is this just a mental thing? Is it a bad habit to settle into? Am I alone in this?
I’m nowhere near an expert, just a casual runner. I know if other runners that have specific BPM playlists. I listen to podcasts as they don’t have beats. I think you’re OK with a specific timing.
Even the other runners I’ve heard from that have BPM playlists seemed to switch it up. Maybe it’s different if you’re pushing yourself harder?
Likely. All my running friends are just casuals like me.
I enjoy being casual. It also meshes better with my lack of disposable income lol
My 3 year old running shoes that were worn out 2 years ago agree with that sentiment.