Runners Thread Continued

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Hi everyone, and congrats to those who did so well over the weekend. I was trying to post a new message on the runners thread, but couldn't because I think there were too many messages (over 800). I have a beginner's question. I ran (walked/ran) everyday for 1 week, then missed 1 week, and then went out this morning, and found that I could not run at all. My ankles are in severe pain when I run, but strangely do not hurt at all when I walk. So I ended up walking the whole way. I just bought new trainers - but I can't imagine that's the problem. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Isn't it lovely? I'd love it even more if it hadn't measured one of my standard 20 milers as 18.5 .

Lapsedrunner, are you a regular morning runner? I always find it really difficult to get going in the morning - respect.

Gizmo - that's brilliant

Gizmo - I wish I was a regular morning runner, it's my preferred time. It is however DHs slot as he runs with the dog at 6am before work. As DS (nearly 3) is off my hands 3 mornings most weeks that is when I should be running.....but I just can't get back to it on a regular basis! DS starts Kindergarten in Oct so hopefully once he is settled in it will be full steam ahead.

Re your route measuring website, eek! Just had another quick look and I can't fathom it out, I'll have another go in slow time (can't work out how to convert it for use on another map).

In terms of distances I always thought a US mile was shorter than a UK mile, but I was proved wrong. However a quick search on Google said that US/UK mile was 1760 yards but a "metric" mile was 1641 yards. Perhaps that accounts for your lost distance i.e. you really are running 20 UK miles [GRIN]

That is a very cool little gadget indeed. Thanks for the link. I've now mapped a more reasonable 2.5 mile route from my house one that I might actually hope to run in the next few weeks or so. My aim is to run three times a week Tuesday and Thursday evening and Saturday morning (weather, children, work, husband permitting).

That's an absolutely brilliant route measurer!!!

I've just done the short route around my workplace that I do at lunch times. It's a measly 2.23 miles - but I knew it was a short, as I only have 20 minutes or so available for a run..

Can't wait to measure out more routes.

Oh how sad am I? Your quick lunchtime route is almost as far as my run/walk. I really must get back in shape. How embarrasing.

Gizmo - have now had time to look at your link, sadly I'll have to wait until I get back to UK to use it. It won't give me a map for here (Austria), however I'll have fun playing with it measuring all my UK favorites

uwila - don't let me make you feel inadaequate. That might be my quick lunch time run, but my "long" runs are only 3-5 miles! - and then they have to put the whole of the Hampshire Ambulance Service on standby with paramedics at every street corner .

Are you on a work thing in Austria at the moment lapsedrunner?

Hello everyone! Back from my hols and am pleased to sat I managed to do a bit of jogging in Iceland. In fact, I ran the 3km fun-run which happens at the same time as the Reykjavik marathon. It pissed down with rain half the time and I got overtaken by a 7 year-old. But I managed to do it in 22 mins so am v pleased with self as had recurrence of back injury only the week before!

Snort at being overtaken by a 7 year old - lol, lol!

Not only that but 7 year-old was dressed as a bumblebee. I beat superman though. He was about 85.

I'm sure it was an unnaturally fast 7 year old, Arabica

Did any of you run while pregnant? I am contemplating having number 2 - I didn't run when I was pregnant with dd and gained FOUR STONE. Luckily, I was only 9st beforehand. I had always thought that I would exercise when pg but was just too anxious about the baby that I basically didn't do much of anything.

I'm worried that I'll balloon up if I get pregnant again. I'm a greedy pig and running is my way of letting myself still be a greedy pig and not gain weight

OK, I also run because it makes me feel fab.

ajmum - I ran a bit while I was pregnant (pre 3 months) - and if I'd been in a "running" phase, might have continued a bit longer.

From memeory, the main thing to do is to listen to your body and also to make sure that you don't overheat - so don't run at maximum intensity.

I also skiied right at the end of the first trimester - with the full apporval my best frined and her dh, both GPs, who were on holiday with us. Just made sure to ski "within" myself - but for once I had a great snow plough, due to rlaxin loosening my ligaments. (I'm actually an advanced skier, but spent some time with my friends' kids, who were just learning )

Arabica - i'm just back from Iceland too! ... but it was only an overnighter as it was a business trip. There and back in under 24 hours. The business class travel was nice though Took my running gear, but it was blowing an icy, icy wind and I only had shorts with me, so I went for a walk around down town Reykyavik with my collegaue instead.

So, Gizmo - so much for my planned runs - I've not managed to run since Sunday due to pressure of work, so I'll definitiely need to go out tonight to do my 10k!

Hi, I haven't read all this thread, as it's very long, so hope you don't mind me joining in. I want to get into running, haven't done any for ages (and when I did I didn't do too much as I became pregnant). I want to start again, but will have to take dd in 3 wheeler - any tips, please?

Well, at least you now have a classy measuring device to tell you how far you haven't gone!

Meanwhile, in the first of an occasional series: Strange things I have seen when out running no 1.

Yesterday's run was very, very wet, but even so, I was a bit surprised, as I ran up the River Cam, 60 miles inland, to find a large, fat Cormorant sitting on the river bank. A bit lost, I think

AJsmum, I was a bit less active than Prettybird but I did run a couple of times a week during the first trimester, usually less than 30 minute runs. I found them quite helpful for morning sickness (to take it away, not give it to you!)

Sleepysuzy, When DD (my older one) was about about 8 months old I decided I really was overdue for getting back into shape and so I bought a Mac3 for after work evening runs. It was really nice. I actually would have rather gone running without her (I really missed being able to pump my arms). But it was the only way I could go as DH worked in Ireland at the time so he was only there on weekends. It worked out well though. Now I have two kids, so won't be doing this with both of them. But, I also have a nanny so if I get home from work a bit early I can squeeze in a short run before she's off duty at 7:00.

and how did your little one find it? was it hard on your arms?

My arms got a bit tired at first, but I found I had a tendancy to lean into the pram. If I could remember just to use my arms for pushing the pram and not to support me while I leaned into it then it wasn't bad. DD used to sleep through the run. And I would take corners and curbs at my normal running pace. We had good fun, just the two of us. I think the thing to consider for the child is that his/her neck is strong enough to take the jerks and jolts.

Well she is 19 months now, so maybe better if she's sleepy, otherwise she will want to get out and run with me!

PrettyBird, shame you only got such a short time in Iceland. I don't know how the local runners cope with that wind: I've certainly never seen anyone jogging on my winter visits. They must all be in the gym.
When DS was about 6 months I tried running with a 3 wheeler but found the leaning-slightly-forward position I had to adopt in order to push the buggy along was painful for my back (I already had back problems). So taking him with me didn't really work.
Re weight, I have had a real battle with my size since having DS 4 years ago, that's why I am working towards being able to run for 30 mins without stopping--doing 3 long runs a week would surely help me get rid of those pounds!

Handlemecarefully - Austria is a work thing for dh, I'm a SAHM at present (ds is 3 in Sep). We live in Vienna, sadly we won't be here for ever though, perhaps 2-3 more years

ajmum - I ran until 5 months pregnant, no more than 30 mins at a time.

SleepySuzy - I ran with 3 wheeler when ds was younger (too heavy now plus there are too many hills round here). If you are planning to buy one go for a fixed front wheel and as big a wheel as possible. The bigger the wheels the smoother the ride (and easier to push). Mine is a Instep 10km Ulimate, it's a USA brand I think. Bought my in the UK through www.kiddicare.com.

Re: three wheelers. I got a very swish three wheeler from my parents and sister as a baby present. I spent a lot of time researching baby joggers and it was my favourite. According to the manufacturer, it's recommended that you not run with the baby until they were six months old and not too bothered by all the jiggling about, I guess.

I was looking forward to running with dd in it, but never got into the habit. It's a Chariot (and can be converted into a bike trailer similar to the ones at Centre parcs - so hopefully we'll get some use out of it). It's sitting in our garage. Costs about £250 so feel v guilty. However, it is HUGE and you really do look strange wheeling it about.

I have a 3 wheeler, but it's not a proper running one. However it does have quite large wheels, all fixed, and a handbrake, and adjustable handle height. It was all I could afford at the time.

Off on holiday tonight. Going for a week and not taking my running kit

Well it's 30-34 degrees in Portugal, we will be in a slightly countryside-y location (so I might get lost), and with two lo's to pack for (1 yrs and 3yrs) and all their paraphernalia, I haven't got the luggage space...

Excuses, excuses - can you tell I feel bad about it.