Phantast2k
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Yeah, same here in Germany (28°). Could barely keep my eyes open due to all the salty sweat. I'm used to running in heat from California, but heat + humidity = bleh.Gowans007 said:
Next time I'll wear a douchy 80s headband
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Neuromancer
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I tried wearing a hat once (like a baseball cap) to go running, it just made me hotter.
Hmm first I've heard of it. I'd probably fail.Phantast2k said:
The_Inquisitor
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Toe feels much better. Ran today and yesterday. 5K is Saturday morning. Should I still run tomorrow, or rest up thursday and friday?
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Cyan said:
K. What about carb build up? Or should I even worry lol. I eat near 0 carbs in morning or at lunch. Most seem to come at dinner. >.<
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
So what makes my ankles hurt the first 15 minutes of every run? They feel like glass.
I would guess shin splints, but it is more the side and back of my ankles. How can I remedy this?
I would guess shin splints, but it is more the side and back of my ankles. How can I remedy this?
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Deadly Cyclone said:
How long have you been running? What shoes do you wear?
Deadly Cyclone
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Only running a few weeks now. Before that I did more plyo type stuff than running. I got new shoes finally, they are the reebok zigtech shoes. They fee great on my feet at least.The_Inquisitor said:
I dunno what happened today but I really enjoyed that.
I could have kept running for a lot longer too.
Not really any pace change or anything I think I'm just getting more stamina and it's helping alot.
http://www.endomondo.com/workouts/18274571
I could have kept running for a lot longer too.
Not really any pace change or anything I think I'm just getting more stamina and it's helping alot.
http://www.endomondo.com/workouts/18274571
I've been training for a marathon this summer because I'm bored with nothing to do. Right now I'm running 20km in 1h 41m, and doing that 3 times a week. I'll change my strategy as the distances get farther, but for now it's okay.
I want to share my experience with music and running. In my first year of university I would run 5km every other day, and got my time down to 17m 30s. While running, I listened to loud music - not full blast, but loud - and after about one year passed I developed tinnitus. My ears have been ringing non-stop ever since.
It's risky to run with music because of the temptation to turn the volume up, so don't get into the habit of listening while running. I know how much better it is to have music to run with, so I know just about nobody will take this advice, but it isn't worth the tinnitus.
I want to share my experience with music and running. In my first year of university I would run 5km every other day, and got my time down to 17m 30s. While running, I listened to loud music - not full blast, but loud - and after about one year passed I developed tinnitus. My ears have been ringing non-stop ever since.
It's risky to run with music because of the temptation to turn the volume up, so don't get into the habit of listening while running. I know how much better it is to have music to run with, so I know just about nobody will take this advice, but it isn't worth the tinnitus.
The_Inquisitor
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Just finished my first 5k. Melon Dash in Dallas. It was hot as hell. I finished 162nd overall (out of at least 800 people) with a 26'21". Don't think I did bad at all considering the conditions!
My Nike+ run
My Nike+ run
Neuromancer
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I just ran for the 20 minute block at the end of week 5. No problems (other than a little stomach cramping probably due to the waffles with nutella I had for breakfast). Feels good man.
Hey good job! Speaking of Dallas I'm going to be there next week for work, how horrendously hot is it there? I may have to run indoors on the hotel treadmill if it's really bad.The_Inquisitor said:
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Neuromancer said:
Warms up to 110 during the day. I would stick indoors. I ran at 815am and it was still hot!
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
So how long until running becomes fun? I've been at it for four days straight and doing a mile in a little under 8 minutes. I feel like I have the energy to keep going faster but I can't push myself to keep it up, if anyone here knows what I'm talking about.
Neuromancer
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FUUUUUUUUCK OK you sold me on staying inside.The_Inquisitor said:
elitehebrew
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I'm getting into the running game just upgraded from an old beat up pair of Asics GT-2130s to a pair of Brooks adrenaline GTS 11s. Its odd after running a few days in them now my legs are kinda sore, but then again its only been 3 weeks since i started a running regiment again so it might just be fatigue.
I was wondering if anyone has tricks or tips for getting past fatigue though..I know rest is vital, but i still wanna push boundaries of how many miles i can run.
I was wondering if anyone has tricks or tips for getting past fatigue though..I know rest is vital, but i still wanna push boundaries of how many miles i can run.
The_Inquisitor
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Golden rules I follow.elitehebrew said:
1) don't increase total mileage more than 10% a week
2) reduce your weekly mileage 45-55% every 4th week to allow recovery.
3) dont run long distance more than 3 days in a row.
I broke number one last few weeks. Now I'm running with a small foot injury. Make sure you're supplementing your runs with other exercises to maximize your distance.
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SentientStone
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I posted a while back about my left knee (tendon most likely) and foot injury and the advice given to me by my podiatrist. I have actually continued running (though only a few times a week now... 5 - 7 km each time usually) and the pain has subsided by quite a lot since I started doing bikram yoga. I actually noticed an instant relief after my first bikram class. I have not contacted my podiatrist since then and have just been doing bikram and running; the pain is very minimal now and I do not feel any strain on my left tendon at all. I am just glad that I can continue running now, hope the pain never come back. 
I will most likely stick with yoga since that has helped me relieve my injury.
I Push Fat Kids: I actually was having pain on top of my left foot as well. My podiatrist told me it is a mechanical problem most likely due to the fact that I have flat feet and my left leg was 1cm longer than my right. This was causing me to work my left leg / foot harder than my right which was causing the problem. I am not sure if your pain is due to the same reason though. As was said earlier, I just took bikram yoga and it has definitely helped relieve almost all my pain.
I will most likely stick with yoga since that has helped me relieve my injury.
I Push Fat Kids: I actually was having pain on top of my left foot as well. My podiatrist told me it is a mechanical problem most likely due to the fact that I have flat feet and my left leg was 1cm longer than my right. This was causing me to work my left leg / foot harder than my right which was causing the problem. I am not sure if your pain is due to the same reason though. As was said earlier, I just took bikram yoga and it has definitely helped relieve almost all my pain.
Leshita said:
I left out an important-ish thing. 2.5 years ago I got in a bad wreck/nerve issue. It seemed alright abut 1.5 years ago though so I'm wondering if it could affect it now? Thanks for the input regardless. I have HI now so an appt. is due shortly... Should sort some things out
The_Inquisitor
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Hold up. I am also having "touch" pain in my left foot. Top side underneath big toe. I took it easier this week and it's almost gone. Holy crap...
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
GiJoccin said:
Hmm, I'll try this. I never did run on a consistent basis until now aside from when I went to the gym and did 20 minutes on a treadmill 3 times a week back a few years ago.
Just odd that my ankles hurt like they do, makes the first 15 minutes very uncomfortable.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Tough run last night. I moved last weekend so I am now lucky to be right across the street from Iowa State University's cross country course. Did my day 1 of week 4 of Couch to 5K and running in grass on hills is quite a change.
Did the whole workout, then did the last 3 minutes of running on the sidewalk back to my place and it was so much easier.
Did the whole workout, then did the last 3 minutes of running on the sidewalk back to my place and it was so much easier.
Jugendstil
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UGH, real life and weather have conspired to delay me in my couch to 5K training. Finally did the first session of week 5 tonight, and it felt great. I'm on track to do the 20 minute run on Sunday, which also happens to be my 29th birthday. Happy birthday to me? I'm actually kind of excited to try it.
I ran 6.5 miles for the first time last week. Felt great! Of course, I did it at a very slow pace. Otherwise, my so wouldn't be able to keep up. 1 hours and 3 minutes. Didn't know I had it in me.
Think I can do a half marathon?
Think I can do a half marathon?
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Damn, week 4 of Couch to 5k on a NCAA Big XII cross country course is tough as hell. I made it though, and I hate running. Program works.
I even went the longest route I could find and made one lap between my whole 25 minutes, I think the route I found was 7k. I am on the 3 minute run, 90 second walk, 5 minute run 3 minute walk (x2) week.
I even went the longest route I could find and made one lap between my whole 25 minutes, I think the route I found was 7k. I am on the 3 minute run, 90 second walk, 5 minute run 3 minute walk (x2) week.
otake said:
Hell yeah you can!
Just don't add more than 10% to your total distance every week. On Monday, I ran 25km in exactly 2h, but I started with 15km (I was already an active runner) and I spent a month building up that extra 10km. In 1-2 months, you could definitely do a half marathon.
Thanks for the podcast and other resources! I'll be sure to check these out!
I have a question about this "runner's high". You see, I'm very interested in getting into running and actually sticking with it/enjoying it. I've been in average shape my entire life, did track/x-country and a variety of sports in school but was not particularly strong in them. In fact, I'd say I was among the weaker runners. I was tiny but simply had no endurance. I don't think spending my summers playing video games helped much either. As I got older I would go through workout phases, and honestly I still felt like I could not run as well/for as long as your average person. My mom started running a month or so ago and is simply hooked. She's always been in phenomenal shape, and keeps telling me about this "high" she gets. A lot of my friends/acquaintances who are hooked on running tell me about this. Honestly, in my entire life, even after running for 45 minutes straight I have never felt any kind of high. I may have felt good/accomplished, but I still considered running to be a chore.
So tell me, GAF. Can anyone attain this and if so, HOW! I want to become addicted to running!
I have a question about this "runner's high". You see, I'm very interested in getting into running and actually sticking with it/enjoying it. I've been in average shape my entire life, did track/x-country and a variety of sports in school but was not particularly strong in them. In fact, I'd say I was among the weaker runners. I was tiny but simply had no endurance. I don't think spending my summers playing video games helped much either. As I got older I would go through workout phases, and honestly I still felt like I could not run as well/for as long as your average person. My mom started running a month or so ago and is simply hooked. She's always been in phenomenal shape, and keeps telling me about this "high" she gets. A lot of my friends/acquaintances who are hooked on running tell me about this. Honestly, in my entire life, even after running for 45 minutes straight I have never felt any kind of high. I may have felt good/accomplished, but I still considered running to be a chore.
So tell me, GAF. Can anyone attain this and if so, HOW! I want to become addicted to running!
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Bboy AJ said:
That all depends on your body. Two 6:30 minute miles is a tough distance to keep up that pace unless you're in really good shape. My advice is that if you're serious about it, alternate days of running 3-4 miles (to get your endurance up and breathwork down), and doing sprints to start with.
A sprint day, in my mind should be something like:
Warmup
1/4 mile/1 lap run to get your legs going
4x200 (you'll only want maybe a minute maximum between, unless you're dying)
4x100 (run like hell)
4x400 (this will be the hard one)
ikkemenx said:
For me, the runner's high is what kicks in after I've pushed myself past my 'walls'. Once my body realizes I'm in for the long haul and it's probably gonna hurt is when it starts releasing those endorphins to make me feel better. If you really want to get it, you've gotta push, and push HARD. Endorphins are released in response to stress/pain, and the only way to do that is to run 'til it burns, and then keep running.
It sounds brutal, but it's a good way to train yourself to liking running in a way. You do it enough and your lizard brain (the essential, instictive part) starts thinking 'Oh, that feels nice. I like that. Do it more.' and you start to like running (presumably).
Had a good run this afternoon at the gym. Still getting over a little cold, but feels good to get back to running again.
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Didn't know there was a running thread, awesome.
I got serious about it myself last summer, couldn't even do 1k nonstop initially without a break and it was a real struggle to force myself to do it, but as I improved everything got easier and now running is almost an addiction.
Now a year later and even with a lot of winter degradation I'm often doing 15k and only stopping at red lights, feels good man. What I'm working on now that I've built up my endurance is trying to increase speed and get my time down (run the same 15k route every time so it's easy to track any improvements)
I got serious about it myself last summer, couldn't even do 1k nonstop initially without a break and it was a real struggle to force myself to do it, but as I improved everything got easier and now running is almost an addiction.
Now a year later and even with a lot of winter degradation I'm often doing 15k and only stopping at red lights, feels good man. What I'm working on now that I've built up my endurance is trying to increase speed and get my time down (run the same 15k route every time so it's easy to track any improvements)
Jugendstil
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Had my best run yet today. I definitely got a runner's high and was able to really push it the last couple of minutes. I've felt great the entire evening because of it. I'm hoping for similar results for the long run on Sunday.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
This describes the run I just did completely. Did my last run in week 4 of couch to 5K and was able to push at the end and I feel fantastic right now.Jugendstil said:
Oh, also took some pics of ISU's Big XII cross country course where I am running now that I moved. Nice course, beautiful day too.
Here is the longest route they have. Did this Wednesday and made 1 lap in 30 minutes on my couch to 5k run/walk session.
Here are a few shots of the front part of the course.
Neuromancer
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I did the 25 minute run today (week 6 day 3). Kicked my ass.
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Arthrus said:I have never heard of this before, but Google tells me it's 14km. When the weather clears up in Ontario, I'll give it a shot.But even if I beat your time, you'll still have your title
Make sure your course looks like this:
Jugendstil
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Despite being wretchedly hungover from my birthday party last night, I finished the 20 minute run without any problems. I'll never set a land speed record, but as someone who has never enjoyed running, it feels like an accomplishment.