Running

[NDBoiler]

Hello fellow runners!

I thought it would be a fun idea to start a new thread about a hobby I picked up about a year and a half ago. I played baseball and soccer all through high school, but since graduating in 1998, I have not really done much running since then, so I felt I needed to start doing something to get back up off the couch. I heard about the 500 Festival here in Indy and thought I would give it a try. I did the 5k in 2012 and right now I am in the midst of ramping up my training for the mini marathon in early May.

A problem for me sometimes is staying motivated or thinking, "maybe I'll just run x number of miles today instead of my goal". So, this can be a forum to post your motivational story, talk about your goals, or just report on your training and what race(s) you will be participating in so we can all feed off each other and keep that motivation going!

If you're in the Indy area, I'll see you downtown in May!

 

[Bluto]

Got into running about 8 years ago. Did a couple Ragnar Relays with a some of my brothers and friends. That's a really cool series. I'm not big on super long distances. Anything over say 7 miles and I just lose focus. On that note, over the last two months I've been doing interval training where after warming up I will jog at a 8:30 to 9:00 minute/ mile pace for 2 minutes then run at a 6:00/mile pace for one minute. I repeat that cycle for about 3 miles. Pretty hard. Good way to get in a quick intense workout.

 

[mgriff]

Got into running track in high school. I ran distance/mid-distance. Had to run a lot in the Army through ****** scenarios and general suckiness...don't like to run much anymore after that. **** running.

 

[tko]

Running is too hard on my body these days. I used to run all the time as a pitcher in baseball, but now can't do it.

 

[NDBoiler]

Got into running about 8 years ago. Did a couple Ragnar Relays with a some of my brothers and friends. That's a really cool series. I'm not big on super long distances. Anything over say 7 miles and I just loose focus. On that note, over the last two months I've been doing interval training where after warming up I will jog at a 8:30 to 9:00 minute/ mile pace for 2 minutes then run at a 6:00/mile pace for one minute. I repeat that cycle for about 3 miles. Pretty hard. Good way to get in a quick intense workout.

Good stuff. I struggle with running "fast" miles myself (since I'm 5'-9" tall, I tell myself its because I have short legs). I feel like I can run long distances, but I seem to be stuck around 12-13 minutes per mile, so I am definitely looking for ways to quicken my pace. My goal for the Mini Marathon in May is 2hr 30 min, which works out to about 11min 30sec per mile average. i might have to try that technique and see if that helps.

 

[NDBoiler]

Running is too hard on my body these days. I used to run all the time as a pitcher in baseball, but now can't do it.

LOL, I was pitcher too in high school. Seems I did way more running than throwing in practice if I recall!

I imagine I might shut it down after this mini marathon for a while. I am only 32 going on 33, but I definitely feel it in my body afterwards these days.

 

[tko]

LOL, I was pitcher too in high school. Seems I did way more running than throwing in practice if I recall!

I imagine I might shut it down after this mini marathon for a while. I am only 32 going on 33, but I definitely feel it in my body afterwards these days.

I'm sure we both ran a few foul poles in our day. I just turned 40 and have resorted to spinning class and body pump. I like to ride/stand in the back for full yoga pant views.

 

[Polish Leppy 22]

Former athlete but hated running long distance until 3 years ago. Addicted to it now, but I realize it isn't easy on the knees and not really healthy long term.

Gotta get into the pool and swimming some time when I hit my 30's...best cardio/ strength workout for low impact stuff

 

[In Lou I Trust]

I hate running but I really want to get into it. I was a competitive swimmer in my youth and would love to get back in the pool. I picked up some new running shoes a few months ago and they still have the tags on 'em. Tough to get started.

 

[Bluto]

True the above on it being hard on the body. I do most of my "running" on treadmills for that reason. It's way more forgiving.. Easier to monitor my pace as well. I'll do a street run every once in awhile.

 

[QuarrelsomeIrishAmerican]

Hello fellow runners!

I thought it would be a fun idea to start a new thread about a hobby I picked up about a year and a half ago. I played baseball and soccer all through high school, but since graduating in 1998, I have not really done much running since then, so I felt I needed to start doing something to get back up off the couch. I heard about the 500 Festival here in Indy and thought I would give it a try. I did the 5k in 2012 and right now I am in the midst of ramping up my training for the mini marathon in early May.

A problem for me sometimes is staying motivated or thinking, "maybe I'll just run x number of miles today instead of my goal". So, this can be a forum to post your motivational story, talk about your goals, or just report on your training and what race(s) you will be participating in so we can all feed off each other and keep that motivation going!

If you're in the Indy area, I'll see you downtown in May!

I'm 32 going on 33 as well. I got into running about 6 years ago and am currently training for my 3rd marathon. For what its worth, here are a few tips that helped me out along the way in order of importance for me:

- Eating the right food. Eating according to the Paleo Diet really made everything else I am about to list work more efficiently.
- I picked up Bikram Yoga 2/week to help me open up my hips, improve flexabilty, balance, breathing and general core area. I injured my hip during my first marathon and this was huge for helping me avoid re-injuring it.
- I do weight resistance circuit training 2/week. Its a Jay Glazer MMA workout for the non-MMA athlete. One day is focused around squats, lunges, chest, back. The other around kettle bell swings, shoulders, biceps.
- 2 days a week running. One day is speed training and another is a long distance run.

It may be counter-intuitive, however, I make the most progress in my running when the fist 3 items above are in order.

Good luck to you!

 

[NDohio]

Maybe one of you runners can answer a question for me. I run periodically. I want to become a regular runner as I am getting fat! My issue is that when I run inside I get completely bored so I want to run outdoors. When I run outdoors my body begins to itch like crazy all over. This begins after about 3/4 of a mile. It gets really intense. I can run 3 miles inside and it doesn't happen at all. If I suffer through this for a few weeks will it stop? Anybody else have this experience?

 

[NDBoiler]

True the above on it being hard on the body. I do most of my "running" on treadmills for that reason. It's way more forgiving.. Easier to monitor my pace as well. I'll do a street run every once in awhile.

I'm the opposite there. I much prefer running outside as opposed to on the treadmill. This sucks in the winter of course, especially when I run during the week which is in the evening after the kids are in bed (usually at about 8pm), so it is dark outside too. I just find that on the treadmill I dont feel like I can "control" my pace as well as if I was running outside. I bet the "speed" training you were talking about earlier would be good to do on the treadmill for tracking purposes though, so I'll have try try it there.

 

[NDBoiler]

I'm 32 going on 33 as well. I got into running about 6 years ago and am currently training for my 3rd marathon. For what its worth, here are a few tips that helped me out along the way in order of importance for me:

- Eating the right food. Eating according to the Paleo Diet really made everything else I am about to list work more efficiently.
- I picked up Bikram Yoga 2/week to help me open up my hips, improve flexabilty, balance, breathing and general core area. I injured my hip during my first marathon and this was huge for helping me avoid re-injuring it.
- I do weight resistance circuit training 2/week. Its a Jay Glazer MMA workout for the non-MMA athlete. One day is focused around squats, lunges, chest, back. The other around kettle bell swings, shoulders, biceps.
- 2 days a week running. One day is speed training and another is a long distance run.

It may be counter-intuitive, however, I make the most progress in my running when the fist 3 items above are in order.

Good luck to you!

Thanks for the advice!

 

[Bluto]

Maybe one of you runners can answer a question for me. I run periodically. I want to become a regular runner as I am getting fat! My issue is that when I run inside I get completely bored so I want to run outdoors. When I run outdoors my body begins to itch like crazy all over. This begins after about 3/4 of a mile. It gets really intense. I can run 3 miles inside and it doesn't happen at all. If I suffer through this for a few weeks will it stop? Anybody else have this experience?

It's been super cold and dry where I live and I wear Carhart welding pants at work most the time. The fabric is a bit rough to say the least. Anyhow, these combined caused dermatitis on my calves. Either of these things (dry and or irritated skin) might have something to do with your itch problem.

 

[NDBoiler]

Maybe one of you runners can answer a question for me. I run periodically. I want to become a regular runner as I am getting fat! My issue is that when I run inside I get completely bored so I want to run outdoors. When I run outdoors my body begins to itch like crazy all over. This begins after about 3/4 of a mile. It gets really intense. I can run 3 miles inside and it doesn't happen at all. If I suffer through this for a few weeks will it stop? Anybody else have this experience?

Its all about lubrication my friend. Purel, and plenty of it.

 

[NDohio]

Its all about lubrication my friend. Purel, and plenty of it.

Hmm - sounds interesting. Thanks.

 

[chicago51]

I'm the opposite there. I much prefer running outside as opposed to on the treadmill. This sucks in the winter of course, especially when I run during the week which is in the evening after the kids are in bed (usually at about 8pm), so it is dark outside too. I just find that on the treadmill I dont feel like I can "control" my pace as well as if I was running outside. I bet the "speed" training you were talking about earlier would be good to do on the treadmill for tracking purposes though, so I'll have try try it there.

I can't stand running on treadmilll but usually run outside 3 to 5 times a week for just under 5 miles. Sometimes beacuse of snow and ice doing this becomes an issue in Chicago and I have go periods without running. Last winter and so far this winter we have had almost no snow so I really have not had to stop.

 

[gkautz10]

Hello fellow runners!

I thought it would be a fun idea to start a new thread about a hobby I picked up about a year and a half ago. I played baseball and soccer all through high school, but since graduating in 1998, I have not really done much running since then, so I felt I needed to start doing something to get back up off the couch. I heard about the 500 Festival here in Indy and thought I would give it a try. I did the 5k in 2012 and right now I am in the midst of ramping up my training for the mini marathon in early May.

A problem for me sometimes is staying motivated or thinking, "maybe I'll just run x number of miles today instead of my goal". So, this can be a forum to post your motivational story, talk about your goals, or just report on your training and what race(s) you will be participating in so we can all feed off each other and keep that motivation going!

If you're in the Indy area, I'll see you downtown in May!

I ran the Indy Mini last year, hated it! It was so crowded and so hot. I could never get into a rhythm because I was in wall to wall people the entire time. Prepare yourself for that. I ran cross country all 4 years of high school and I run usually a few miles everyday still.

 

[NDBoiler]

I am thinking about buying some new running shoes - the Saucony Ride 5. Anyone have any input on them from their experience with these?

 

[ickythump1225]

Love running. I got into running when I enlisted in the Marine Corps. I run about 6 miles a day. I've never done any "formal" running i.e. 10k's or marathons or anything. Although I would really like to do the Atlanta Marathon this fall.

 

[ickythump1225]

I'm the opposite there. I much prefer running outside as opposed to on the treadmill. This sucks in the winter of course, especially when I run during the week which is in the evening after the kids are in bed (usually at about 8pm), so it is dark outside too. I just find that on the treadmill I dont feel like I can "control" my pace as well as if I was running outside. I bet the "speed" training you were talking about earlier would be good to do on the treadmill for tracking purposes though, so I'll have try try it there.

I'm the same...I CANNOT stand treadmill running or anything indoors.

 

[ickythump1225]

Maybe one of you runners can answer a question for me. I run periodically. I want to become a regular runner as I am getting fat! My issue is that when I run inside I get completely bored so I want to run outdoors. When I run outdoors my body begins to itch like crazy all over. This begins after about 3/4 of a mile. It gets really intense. I can run 3 miles inside and it doesn't happen at all. If I suffer through this for a few weeks will it stop? Anybody else have this experience?

That's weird....uh I would first check what you're wearing while you run.

 

[Polish Leppy 22]

I am thinking about buying some new running shoes - the Saucony Ride 5. Anyone have any input on them from their experience with these?

The last 4 pairs I've had were Saucony and they are clutch. Not sure about that model, but I don't think you can go wrong

 

[Rocky2820]

Cool thread. I'm an off and on runner. Really tough this time of year because the only time I can run during the week is when it's really dark outside, and for me that's just not the most enjoyable thing.

I've run two half marathons and one ten miler, all in Philly. Huge crowds, which is both a blessing and a curse. The energy is awesome from the crowd and overall scene, but it might take a mile or so to get enough separation to really fall into a rhythm.

For those with knee problems (I have IT Band problems) and the like, consider the FIRST running program. It calls for three days of pretty intense running per week, but only three days of it - coupled with two+ days of cross training. This is in contrast to true hard cores who run every day or at least real close to it. Here's their link: FIRST | Furman University. Here's a book about it, which is the source most people use: Runner's World Run Less, Run Faster, Revised Edition: Become a Faster, Stronger Runner with the Revolutionary 3-Run-a-Week Training Program: Bill Pierce, Scott Murr, Ray Moss, Amby Burfoot: 9781609618025: Amazon.com: Books.

And I agree with previous comments about treadmill running. Easier on the joints, but awfully boring.

 

[Rocky2820]

I am thinking about buying some new running shoes - the Saucony Ride 5. Anyone have any input on them from their experience with these?

I strongly suggest that you have a gait analysis done before buying a pair of shoes. The results of that should dictate the type of shoe you buy, and Saucony will likely have options regardless of the results. I'm a Brooks guy, and that's only because they make a particular type of shoe that perfectly fits my running gait, though now it's been discontinued so I've stocked up on a few pairs once they went on clearance.

 

[fightingirish26]

Hello guys, I currently run XC and track at my high school, and I'm really getting into it. I've been using brooks all year, and my team does the same, so us young guys basically swear by them. However, nobody is the same, and be it body type or running style, you will want different shoes, as is likely common knowledge to many of you. I suggest choosing a pair and make your decision after 1,2 maybe 3 runs. Your shoe store will most likely allow returns, make sure first though.

Just my input, I'm around guys who run all day, so if you guys have questions, I can give you input from the younger high school level running world

 

[ickythump1225]

Running can be hard on the joints, it's true, but that's because people have an improper foot strike when their foot hits the ground. Running isn't something that humans just picked up, we had to run a lot during our evolutionary progress. If you run with a mid-foot strike as opposed to heel striking (which is what so many people do, I'm guilty of it) it takes a lot of the stress off the knees and joints.

 

[NDBoiler]

The last 4 pairs I've had were Saucony and they are clutch. Not sure about that model, but I don't think you can go wrong

I strongly suggest that you have a gait analysis done before buying a pair of shoes. The results of that should dictate the type of shoe you buy, and Saucony will likely have options regardless of the results. I'm a Brooks guy, and that's only because they make a particular type of shoe that perfectly fits my running gait, though now it's been discontinued so I've stocked up on a few pairs once they went on clearance.

Thanks for the advice guys.

 

[PLACforever]

Im signed up for the "Best Damn Race" 5k in Safety Harbor next Saturday, and the Gasparilla 5k 2 weeks after that.
I think I sprained my ankle yesterday, so hopefully if I take it easy this week I'll be good to go.