Any of turfer's jog/run? ... See within
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Hi guys - wondering it any of u lot had any pearls of wisdom for me.
I've recently taken up jogging as my main form of exercise to shed some of the rum belly and also just get slightly fitter.
I wouldn't say I run - it's a definite slow paced jog that I'm rocking!
I've been going for a couple of months now regularly doing around 3 miles - sometimes a little more sometimes a little less.
My breathing seems to have dramatically improved, although not comfortable I feel much better doing the jog now than I did when I started
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My current issue is that my legs always feel like metal weights - literally like I am jogging in cast iron trainers.
Anyone know any exercises? Or do's and donts prior to running which could help.
It's only a past time of mine so nothing extreme please - just anything which may make a difference, I thought they may have improved a little by now but it's still no easier dragging then about
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Ps - I am trying to improve my hydration habits - I drink way too much coffee so I am trying to substitute water in there as best I can.
I tend to run at different times of the day - some very early ones when I won't eat before and others later in the day after work, when I will have eaten a regular meal a couple of hrs earlier
My legs are arguably better on the morning ones with no food in me to fuel :-/
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Hey big 😺. I ran many moons ago and was even offered a scholarship for 🏃 before I got injured. Sounds like your leg muscles aren't quite caught up to your cardio endurance. You didn't mention how many days a week you run but you might benefit from taking one day a week and doing some light weight training on your legs 15-20 reps. 3x each exercise. You also might want to add some speed to your sessions. Try sprinting for 30 seconds then going back into a slow jog for 30 seconds. Do this the entire second mile of your run one to two times a week. Hope some of that helps!
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Download the free version of Runkeeper. Brilliant app that helps you build up and reach a goal.
I'm using it too. Registers all your workouts. -
Ideally don't eat a few hours before or drink anything 45/60 minutes before hand and if you drink whilst running only sip water.
Breathing technique will also help in through your nose out through your mouth and consistency when running.
Seems trivial but when your leg muscles get tired your heart has a difficult job getting blood and oxygen to those parts as the blood has to travel further resulting in the feelings you are experiencing.........
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Big cat have you ever ran before ? If not mate your legs will be weak..
Instead of going on stamina runs break it up with hill sprints.. Find a hill sprint up it 5x no more then 70 metres long .this will improve not only your fitness but will build your legs and help with the lactic acid that your feeling.. Also breathing control is key like the account said :) pm me if you need anything
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Take it from a high school varsity cross country & track runner. Run in the afternoon/evening if you're a beginner; it's easier since you'll most likely have more energy, and the temperature is a bit cooler.
Drink at least 2 liters of water daily.
Upper body strength helps, so start doing push ups and sit ups daily as well.
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Most important thing, don't dress like a ninja. Wear bright reflective clothing. Potbelly or not, getting hit by a car isn't worth it.
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I've been running for 4 years, and as my 40th year approaches I decided it was time to do a full marathon. The best advice I can give, is don't listen to anyone's advice, your training has to fit around your lifestyle.
My own training consists of 2 or 3 short evening runs, and a long (10+ miles) on Sunday morning.
I always run empty, I find it uncomfortable to run if I've eaten within 3 hours.
The best cure for tired legs is hill work. I actively seek out hills now where I used to avoid them. Speed interval runs will increase pace and cardio.
My marathon is in Edinburgh at the end of may. If anyone wants to sponser me, I have a just giving page.
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Mr Big Cat wrote:
🙀 Mr BC, I'm shocked to see a certain word in your own thread sire.... You might want to have a quiet confessional session with CS....Ps - I am trying to improve my hydration habits - I drink way too much coffee so I am trying to substitute water in there as best I can.
I tend to run at different times of the day - some very early ones when I won't eat before and others later in the day after work, when I will have eaten a regular meal a couple of hrs earlier
My legs are arguably better on the morning ones with no food in me to fuel :-/
On the other topic of running, I don't want to risk using up my limited number of heartbeats (I don't know how many I have left) running. As such have no knowledge but promise should you use yours up with this fatal passtime we will turn your room at Yawn Tower into a shrine....
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Flashing red and blue lights behind me is the only motivation to get me running.
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Yawnnnn... Let me get back to you after my nap 💤💤💤
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Hi guys - thanks for the tips
Funky b - a friend of mine suggested some interval training, said it would be beneficial to help with the weight lose.
At the moment I am running at least 3 times a week but sometimes 4 days a week. Usually leaving a rest day between runs.
The routes I do aren't completely flat but definitely wouldn't be considered particularly hilly if that makes sense.
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Hi accountant - think u maybe right. My breathing has dramatically improved over the last couple of weeks in particular.
Today I think I may have had my treads done up a tad tight though as my right foot was starting to get pins and needles by the end - did marginally longer today. But it was still only approx 4 miles
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Thanks snowH - I will find a slope nearby which is suitable (we have a few) as I said to funky it's not a completely flat route. Tend to start the run on a slight up hill slope and end on a downhill one.
I used to do a fair bit of running a couple of years ago but never serious - mainly just 4-5 miles 4 times a week on a very flat route (and definately not breaking the sound barrier) But never experienced the leg exhaustion I get at the moment... Maybe I'm a little heavier nowadays 🙀
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🏃꓄rձυꍌ٤ɼلఠꍌꍌ٤ɼ - defo need to up my water game! The morning ones have felt a little easier lately. Not sure why. Think maybe it's cause I'm still half asleep doing it!
Sadsam - wow bud, good luck mate! It seems I may have to seek out some hills! Did u go straight in with the running up / down or ease in?
H - not proud to say I've had to get up early to exercise :(
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👻⋆℟ꇎῃઙϮƎя⋆👻 wrote:
Or get "Zombies, Run!" If you want to make it fun;) it's a tad pricey thoDownload the free version of Runkeeper. Brilliant app that helps you build up and reach a goal.
I'm using it too. Registers all your workouts. -
sallymonster wrote:
This, even though ninjas are coolMost important thing, don't dress like a ninja. Wear bright reflective clothing. Potbelly or not, getting hit by a car isn't worth it.
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Ask SadSam of his game he plays
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ϻ⌬₪Ҝ⅀⑂ͥᵑ❷Ҭ⋓⚔ƹↁʘ wrote:
Ha it's sound advice - I'm pretty good at making sure I'm visible - not every day a big cat struts around doing his constitutionalsallymonster wrote:
This, even though ninjas are coolMost important thing, don't dress like a ninja. Wear bright reflective clothing. Potbelly or not, getting hit by a car isn't worth it.
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ϻ⌬₪Ҝ⅀⑂ͥᵑ❷Ҭ⋓⚔ƹↁʘ wrote:
I've been using a run keeper - good to keep a track of things. Not been caring bout times mind u... More about just making sure I can hold a pace and not walk any :-/👻⋆℟ꇎῃઙϮƎя⋆👻 wrote:
Or get "Zombies, Run!" If you want to make it fun;) it's a tad pricey thoDownload the free version of Runkeeper. Brilliant app that helps you build up and reach a goal.
I'm using it too. Registers all your workouts. -
Use the website running2win.com
I use it to track all my work in the past years. There's also articles and a bulletin board link for advice or races near your area. Kinda like these forums. -
Mr Big Cat wrote:
Hi accountant - think u maybe right. My breathing has dramatically improved over the last couple of weeks in particular.
Today I think I may have had my treads done up a tad tight though as my right foot was starting to get pins and needles by the end - did marginally longer today. But it was still only approx 4 miles
Another point is to buy a decent set of running shoes (£20-£30) and stick with them and they will wear to the shape of your foot.
I used to do a 5k run three times a week after work followed by an hour skipping before doing my regular training (gym or sparring).
Consistency, motivation and realistic goals/measurable targets are the key 👍
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☁ᎦkyᎢнєᏝiмiт☁ wrote:
Ahhh, forgot to mention that, thanks Sara.Ask SadSam of his game he plays
While out running, you will undoubtedly come across some lovely Lycra clad ladies, the game is called KTC. knickers, thong or commando.
Believe me, this helps to while away hours of running time, and you'll find your pace increases as you try to catch up with the lovelys.
P.s. this weeks totals - 2k 1t 0c
And one that actually turned out not to be a lady at all, but we don't want to talk about that. -
Turncoat *** Yawwwwnnn ***
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sadsam wrote:
I also run,I've been running for 4 years, and as my 40th year approaches I decided it was time to do a full marathon. The best advice I can give, is don't listen to anyone's advice, your training has to fit around your lifestyle.
My own training consists of 2 or 3 short evening runs, and a long (10+ miles) on Sunday morning.
I always run empty, I find it uncomfortable to run if I've eaten within 3 hours.
The best cure for tired legs is hill work. I actively seek out hills now where I used to avoid them. Speed interval runs will increase pace and cardio.
My marathon is in Edinburgh at the end of may. If anyone wants to sponser me, I have a just giving page.
I follow this method fairly close. It is good and progressive. 2-3 months and you will see the results. Also it's a very steady and consistent plan to follow and incorporate into a busy life if ur married, have a job, kids and other things to do -
Also I have a garmin device which keeps track of everything, steps per metre, heart rate, anything else u could imagine
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When running I don't run out of breath immeadietly. First my legs experience what you described. Maybe its just your legs getting stronger
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I did track and field for a bit. Like Snowhound said start out with little sprints to work your legs. Always stretch and warm up before you run and after you finish slow down your pace to cool off, then do some more stretches.
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Im a runner myself, I usually do about 3-5 miles depending on when I poop out. To build up the muscles in my legs I use just a pair of ankle weights, I started with light ones and have slowly moved up to heavier ones. Burns fat and builds muscle! Only issue is that running with them worsens the feeling you described as having metal weights on your legs, because you do! Anyway, best of luck and enjoy running! Make it something fun, not a chore!
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