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Is there a general running thread?

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Sirzy · 26/12/2013 18:57

I am pretty new to running (started in Septmember) but have some pretty ambitious targets in 2014 (10k and half marathon) so looking for other runners to advice, kick up the backside and generally chat about all things running.

I have seen a few couch to 5k threads but I didn't get on with that so can't use those threads so thought a thread for all runners whether they are new to it or experienced runners would be good?

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DulcetMoans · 15/01/2014 12:10

I learnt to run on the running machine! This is progress for me as I could never quite bring myself to do it, too scared of falling, but did it last week. I still had to hold on with one hand but still - PROGRESS! Means I can run when it's raining now too...

ThursdayLast · 15/01/2014 10:05

3miles covered in 30mins.
It was one of them blasted faster interval ones that makes my poor little lungs burn, and brings my stats right down because of aforementioned hills.
But still, first chance I've had since Saturday, so great to get out and about.

I have never entered a race, but I suspect I would feel the same about it putting me under pressure.
Bootcamp sounds like fun to me, misery loves company and all that.

Snowdown · 15/01/2014 07:24

Can I sign in - you all seem very motivated!
I started running 7 years ago, plagued with injuries - not all running related but I'm more careful about niggles now and taking days off to recover.
I like to run solo too, usually limit it to 20k a week by doing a couple of bootcamp sessions which involve resistance training and interval running but I'm hoping I can increase the distance a bit more this year without causing injury.
Don't really do many races - just the local 10k once a year. I find that although they make me run faster, my runs feel more miserable and I start to dread each run, so I tend to avoid them.

TwelveLeggedWalk · 14/01/2014 22:28

And I would LOVE to be able to do 10k in 55 mins. That's awesome!

TwelveLeggedWalk · 14/01/2014 22:28

I did go, I did 3 miles at sunset, and walked a bit so the dog could have a sniff about. It was all rather pleasant, and tragically when I got back my time wasn't much slower so I must run uphill INSANELY slowly normally Grin!

Still getting shin splint pain in one leg though - any suggestions for getting rid?

ElvisJesusAndCocaCola · 14/01/2014 19:48

Plays = days

ElvisJesusAndCocaCola · 14/01/2014 19:47

That's great Sirzy :)

Ran with my running buddy today - I'm getting sick of running in the cold and dark too. Wasn't really up for it, but since I wasn't running alone, I had to make th effort.

We did a 10k (6.25 miles) in 55.55, which we were really pleased with. Pushed ourselves - friend took the lead and wore the watch and he is faster than me so really pushed me!

Have just found a rural 10 miler on 2 feb which I'm thinking of entering. I think it's a really good distance. Anyone run one before?

Twelve, it's only been a few plays - don't beat yourself up :)

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Sirzy · 14/01/2014 12:18

Hope you feel better soon.

Just done about 5k walking too making the most of the decent weather!

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TwelveLeggedWalk · 14/01/2014 10:38

Well done Sirzy!

I haven't been out since Saturday as I'm just feeling permanently a bit crap/sick/ridiculously tired (No.. definitely not pregnant!)

Glorious sunny day though and the dog needs exercising so might have to drag myself out later.

Bored of being ill. I thought running was supposed to make you all super energetic and healthy!

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Sirzy · 14/01/2014 10:13

Grin even

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Sirzy · 14/01/2014 10:13

4.5km in 34 minutes this morning [biggrin]

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Sirzy · 13/01/2014 21:00

I will let you know how it goes Elvis, I am pretty sure its normally on TV in which case I will be the woman looking like a tomato struggling at the back!

I hate running in the dark, thankfully I am managing a few mornings a week - the joys of being a student! - just updated my running play list ready for tomorrow, bored of playing the same songs!

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ElvisJesusAndCocaCola · 13/01/2014 20:32

That Manchester 10k sounds really, really interesting. I'd love to hear how you get on.

Mind you, no uphill means no downhill either...

Didn't go for my run today. Couldn't be bothered. Unlike me - I think the cold and dark is getting me down. While I can get out running after work by 3.30 if I try hard, it's invariably later than that and already nearly dark :(

EauRouge · 13/01/2014 15:51

It's a bit better now, I put some ice on it. Apparently ruined toenails goes with the territory :(

I hate hills. I live right near the edge of the fens so there are quite a few hills around here where I can overlook the tantalisingly flat bit. My half marathon is going to be fairly flat but it's mixed terrain so not sure how fast it'll be. I'm hoping mixed terrain means 'a couple of gravelly bits' rather than 'mud and ditches'.

EATmum · 13/01/2014 13:34

Eau, that's what I'm worried about. I had a friend telling tales of his marathon running where the toenails were rattling around in his trainers (slight exaggeration, possibly). Yuck!

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Sirzy · 13/01/2014 09:36

Flattest 10k sounds good to me, I want to do the St Helens 10k in a few weeks but knowing the area that is far from flat (infact there will be hoodies available after saying "I survived North Road" its so steep) puts me off - might leave that one til next year

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Tiredemma · 13/01/2014 08:25

The Manchester 10k is known as the 'flattest' 10k I think ( Im sure I read that somewhere - either the 10k is or the Marathon)

1hr 45 for 10 miles is a great time. I did my 10 mile race in 1hr 52 and that was such a tough race. I thought I was going to die.

EauRouge · 13/01/2014 08:05

Having said all that, I had a gait analysis and spent £100 on fancy pantsy shoes and I've woken up with a purple toenail Hmm It's going to fall off, isn't it? Ew.

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Sirzy · 13/01/2014 07:59

From what I have been told it's pretty flat.

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ElvisJesusAndCocaCola · 13/01/2014 07:14

Sounds like the perfect race then - is it on the flat!?

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Sirzy · 12/01/2014 22:21

I am doing it with a friend who did it last year and the way he described the atmosphere made it sound fantastic!

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ElvisJesusAndCocaCola · 12/01/2014 22:19

Sirzy, that sounds like an excellent goal. I bet the atmosphere will be amazing!

EATmum · 12/01/2014 22:17

Thanks all. I'm going to book in at our local running shop for a proper analysis. I'd gone up a size with these trainers, so thought that'd be enough - but I might need a slightly more scientific approach I think.

OhOneOhTwoOhThree · 12/01/2014 21:54

Eau - that's a great time. I was planning a long run but got sidetracked and ended up only having a 3 mile walk with DH.

EauRouge · 12/01/2014 20:32

sorry for typos, fat finger s.