Can I run 20 miles a week?

General Fitness: For maintaining health and fitness, 20-30 miles a week can be ideal for many, split over 4-5 days. Race Training: If training for a specific race, mileage varies based on the race distance. For instance: 5K: 20-30 miles per week might suffice.



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However, running ten miles a week might be too much for your body, especially if you are a beginner. Doing too much cardio puts your body in a catabolic state, where instead of using glucose to fuel you, it turns to your tissues and muscles and burns them instead.

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