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My legs are shredded, were already feeling a bit worse for wear after the training this week, but had an out and back 6 miler, with negative split.
I managed it (just) and the neg split too, stayed at the lower end of the pace band I was running, so all in all pleased with that.
Looking forward now to a big fat KFC tomorrow lunchtime though. Might even have Sat off running too so my legs are a bit fresher for the 10 miler.
today i did 5 miles (8km) in 56 mins
my calfs were aching a bit towards the end, but i was happy to do the full 5 miles, and in les than 1 hour.
the 5 mile run outside i think will be harder, and take longer.
next goal is 10km on treadmill
i have a 3 or 5 mile oustside run planded for saturday
today i did 5 miles (8km) in 56 mins
my calfs were aching a bit towards the end, but i was happy to do the full 5 miles, and in les than 1 hour.
the 5 mile run outside i think will be harder, and take longer.
next goal is 10km on treadmill
i have a 3 or 5 mile oustside run planded for saturday
It will be harder outside - more impact on your legs. You will love the sense of achievement that you get though.
On tip though, where you can stay on tarmac surfaces and off of pavement slabs, that willreduce the impact and therefore your pains.
Oh and good luck mate.
Hovis - How are you measuing calorie burn? Are you going on the numbers the machine says or are you using an independant heart rate monitor? My understanding is that the stats reported by the machine are normally rarther innaccurate, an HR monitor might be better (it will at least be more consistent in terms of relative no. of calories burned between different machines etc).
independant heart rate monitor
Hovis - Why are you obsessed about the calorie figure? Have you considered the easier solution? Eat less calories?
im not obsessed, i just like to see the figures
Hovis - IMHO you've got three angles you can take when exercising - loose fat, gain muscle, improve cardio vascular. It sounds like you're focussing on the first - fat loss (which is perfectly respectable) . If so you really should think about looking at what you eat. Also consider, if you aren't already, doing some weights. It's surprisingly how effective weight training is for loosing fat.
i dont bother doing weights as i do 2x1 hour circuit training and 1 hour boxercise once a week
Hovis - A bit more about what you're trying to achieve, if you're prepared to share the info, might help us help you.
my main goal was to lose weight, i lost 8 stone, but put a stone back on, so jan the 1st i was 13 stone 1lb, but i weighed yesterday and i was 12 stone 12lb (so i have lost 5 lb so far)
i think my goal now is to concentrate on running, inprove distance and speed, and im not 100% sure, but thinking of doing ½ marathan in oct.
i would still like to lose a bit more weight and get closer to 12 stone, but that will come with the running
Hovis - To echo what others have said - get off the treadmill and into the great outdoors.
all in good time, i like the treadmill, i find when i run outside, i start off too quick, then get tired and have to slow down or even walk. '
I am sulking :smt019
My right shin hurts so I can't run
I am sulking :smt019
My right shin hurts so I can't run
:( Hope it gets better soon and you can get back out there :-D
Hovis - you sound a lot further ahead of the game than I thought. If you like figures (and this is potentialy useful with your goal too) try www.fitday.com (http://www.fitday.com)
wyrdness
15-01-09, 07:19 PM
I am sulking :smt019
My right shin hurts so I can't run
Sympathy. Between us, we've got one working pair of legs, as my left shin hurts after my run yesterday. I also did 5 miles today, which didn't help it.
Fair enough mate - I wasn't trying to preach to you.
I know you weren't Kev. :wink: No worries.
I am sulking :smt019
My right shin hurts so I can't run
My sympathies. What is wrong with your shin?
:( Hope it gets better soon and you can get back out there :-D
Thanks
Sympathy. Between us, we've got one working pair of legs.
Woohooo :-D
My sympathies. What is wrong with your shin?
I don't know. Shin splints? I don't properly understand what they are.
I am sulking :smt019
My right shin hurts so I can't run
:(
I don't know. Shin splints? I don't properly understand what they are.
Try this (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/health_and_fitness/4284288.stm) link for an explanation as to what they are and what causes them. You know it could be something as simple as your laces being tied to tightly. But can be caused by all sorts.
My new trainers gave me shin splints for the first two runs I used them.
Try this (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/health_and_fitness/4284288.stm) link for an explanation as to what they are and what causes them. You know it could be something as simple as your laces being tied to tightly. But can be caused by all sorts.
My new trainers gave me shin splints for the first two runs I used them.
I've had this before, but when I was doing loads on tae kwon do, which was years ago.
I can't work out what could have caused it as I've hardly done any mileage and I haven't been wearing old or new trainers. I must be faulty.
any one done a parkrun?
http://www.parkrun.com/Default.aspx?tabid=36
only 5km but looks quite proffesional, and its free
My legs are shredded, were already feeling a bit worse for wear after the training this week, but had an out and back 6 miler, with negative split.
I managed it (just) and the neg split too, stayed at the lower end of the pace band I was running, so all in all pleased with that.
Looking forward now to a big fat KFC tomorrow lunchtime though. Might even have Sat off running too so my legs are a bit fresher for the 10 miler.
Sounds like you are doing really well and well deserved of a KFC tomorrow ;).
Here's comes a silly question. What is a negative split?
Here's comes a silly question. What is a negative split?
Not silly. I have no idea what that means either.
Tim in Belgium
15-01-09, 09:57 PM
When you do the secong half quicker than the first.
Edit: Or part of run quicker than the previous split (based on a specific distance/number of laps etc)
any one done a parkrun?
http://www.parkrun.com/Default.aspx?tabid=36
only 5km but looks quite proffesional, and its free
Never heard of the Parkruns before Hovis. What a great idea? If there were any close to me I would definitely do them. They accept people all ages and abilities it seems, even kids can run for fun :-D.
Are you going to start doing them?
Never heard of the Parkruns before Hovis. What a great idea? If there were any close to me I would definitely do them. They accept people all ages and abilities it seems, even kids can run for fun :-D.
Are you going to start doing them?
yes, i dont think i can make this week, as im helping a freind.
but i have had a look at the times, and last week, the person that came in last, was still 2 mins faster than me:p
but they publish your times on the site, every time you run, and then you can see how you are coming on, it looks a great idea, plus it says they meet up for coffee after in tescos, which is nice.
its about a 7 mile drive, but im defantly going to try it
yes, i dont think i can make this week, as im helping a freind.
but i have had a look at the times, and last week, the person that came in last, was still 2 mins faster than me:p
but they publish your times on the site, every time you run, and then you can see how you are coming on, it looks a great idea, plus it says they meet up for coffee after in tescos, which is nice.
its about a 7 mile drive, but im defantly going to try it
Hey, don't worry about times, just get out there and enjoy yourself. It will be different when you are running with others and getting to know them after over coffee :).
Here's comes a silly question. What is a negative split?
Exactly what Tim In Belguim said, it is where you run the second half of a run faster than the first, for me this is really difficult as I always start too quickly.
Yesterday I ran the first 3 miles too fast which meant I had to run the second 3 miles even faster, which I really struggled with but managed to do. So that may help me with goal number one of the year.
any one done a parkrun?
http://www.parkrun.com/Default.aspx?tabid=36
only 5km but looks quite proffesional, and its free
They look like a good idea to me and its a good way of measuring progress.
I'm ahead of schedule for my training plan but I'm sure it is gonna start getting harder from here on in. Managing 5 minutes running, 2 minutes walking x 4. Legs aren't feeling as tight as they were when I first started either. Got some decent socks and it doesn't half make a difference.
Yeah - I thought socks were a gimmic when I first started but you quickly see how much difference they make.
Exactly what Tim In Belguim said, it is where you run the second half of a run faster than the first, for me this is really difficult as I always start too quickly.
Yesterday I ran the first 3 miles too fast which meant I had to run the second 3 miles even faster, which I really struggled with but managed to do. So that may help me with goal number one of the year.
Hmm I always start out slower than I finish so I guess most of my times will always be a negative. I don't record splits though and just work out my average over the whole distance against time.
Maybe I should get me one of them fangled all dancin Garmin whatchamacallits. Bit bloody expensive though. :eek:
Yeah - I thought socks were a gimmic when I first started but you quickly see how much difference they make.
So did I. I have ran for years and years with any old pair of socks. Wasn't until I had them blisters and took your advice on the socks I realised they weren't just over priced branded socks. :lol:
Yeah - I thought socks were a gimmic when I first started but you quickly see how much difference they make.
+1 and now I wouldn't be without my Hilly Twin Skins :D
I went for my 4 mile run today at work. I got back 2 seconds shy of half hour. So a 7.30 minute mile average. It's official, I am not as fast as I thought I was. Still not disappointed though with my progress considering I have only been back running for less than two months.
If my knees are not complaining tomorrow morning, I will do half marathon distance.
I do however seem to be getting bruising on my arches. They were quite tender to touch after my ten mile run on Wednesday and were hurting for the first half of the run today. Not quite sure if it is the trainers or my running style that is causing that. :confused:
Haven't run for a few days - I've got another cold:rolleyes:
But nothing will stop me tonight, have a 6 miler planned:D
I have a question regarding the FETCH website.
What differentiates a long run from a normal run?
I have a question regarding the FETCH website.
What differentiates a long run from a normal run?
Everything's relative, surely - for a sprinter, half a mile is a long way.
Personally, I consider 10 miles+ a long run.
Everything's relative, surely - for a sprinter, half a mile is a long way.
Personally, I consider 10 miles+ a long run.
I guess you could be right. It's just I noticed others have different distances listed as a long run and wondered if it was meant as a specific type of run rather than a distance thing.
I guess you could be right. It's just I noticed others have different distances listed as a long run and wondered if it was meant as a specific type of run rather than a distance thing.
Not that I know of:confused:
tomorow will just be 3miles (5k)
i quite fancy the parkrun but i need to be back for 10am ish
so may just do a local 3 miles
I think LSR - Long slow runs generally refers to the Sunday morning slow paced slog. I guess linked to marathon training more than anything else.
When I was doing my marathon I would do anything up to a 20 miler on a Sunday morning.
Unless I am doing intervals or fartleks I put everything under general, I think.
nice day off running today for my rest day. Another 12 miler tomorrow if the wind drops somewhat. Hoping that this one feels easier than last week but that seems to be how its worked out so far.
90% of it is in the mind I reckon. Couple of weeks and I'll be at my half marathon distance with a little luck. I tend to do 'out and back' runs so each new distance brings a little bit of new scenery to look at half way through :-)
I've lost about 6Kg since I started my training which is almost 10% of my bodyweight, amazing really when I think about it. Thats equivalent to fitting a £1500 titanium race system to my race bike so should be useful come April when the season starts again!
I have a question regarding the FETCH website.
What differentiates a long run from a normal run?
Everything's relative, surely - for a sprinter, half a mile is a long way.
Personally, I consider 10 miles+ a long run.
I reckon aything that takes over an hour is long.
My run this morning. Oh Dear :(
well..........
i set my alarm for 7.30, which was optimistic, as it was hammering down last night, but it was not raining, so i set out on my 3 mile road run:p
now about a quarter of the way in i have
catastrophe, the battery in the mp3 player packs in:(
oh well never mind, but about 30 seconds later, catastrophe number 2;) relise i need a poo, so, i soldier on and try not to think about it.
the run was 1½ miles down hill, then turn round and come back, not a steep hill but gradual, anywho as i get half way im thinking i realy do need a poo. but if i stop in the bushes i might get arested, but more importantly, it would efect my time.
so, i think ah feck it what will be will be.
abour 30 houses from home i realy need to go the turtle head is on its way, i dropped my water bottle out of my pocket... i left it there, as stopping would have aded a few seconds on to my time, time which i did not have, and i would rather litter the street, than my boxers,
so........ i finaily get home, and i made it, :cheers:
my best 3 miles on the treadmill was about 34mins, so was expecting to do it in about 38
but what time do you think i did it in?
28 mins:takeabow:
maybe the fact i needed a poo pushed me a bit?
but im realy happy, not just with the time
also the fact i did not $hit myself[-o<
well..........
i set my alarm for 7.30, which was optimistic, as it was hammering down last night, but it was not raining, so i set out on my 3 mile road run:p
now about a quarter of the way in i have
catastrophe, the battery in the mp3 player packs in:(
oh well never mind, but about 30 seconds later, catastrophe number 2;) relise i need a poo, so, i soldier on and try not to think about it.
the run was 1½ miles down hill, then turn round and come back, not a steep hill but gradual, anywho as i get half way im thinking i realy do need a poo. but if i stop in the bushes i might get arested, but more importantly, it would efect my time.
so, i think ah feck it what will be will be.
abour 30 houses from home i realy need to go the turtle head is on its way, i dropped my water bottle out of my pocket... i left it there, as stopping would have aded a few seconds on to my time, time which i did not have, and i would rather litter the street, than my boxers,
so........ i finaily get home, and i made it, :cheers:
my best 3 miles on the treadmill was about 34mins, so was expecting to do it in about 38
but what time do you think i did it in?
28 mins:takeabow:
maybe the fact i needed a poo pushed me a bit?
but im realy happy, not just with the time
also the fact i did not $hit myself[-o<
Brilliant story and running :cool:
Hovis - that's so funny!! I'm now leaving for 10 or so, I'll try not to think about taking a dump...
Brilliant story and running :cool:
+1 :lol: Great time Hovis :-D
I did just over 10 miles this morning after not running for a week. I must say it was my hardest run so far this year, over 5 miles up hill, mostly steady inclines but some steep parts!! I really, really felt like cutting it short at 7 miles but determination got the better of me. I got back in just under 1hr 20 and am totally knackered!!! I don't feel better for it right now :(, although I might do later :)
I am jst back from 11 miles in 1h30m exatly. Little bit hilly but prob not as vertical as Foxy's. Not run for most of this week as I have had yet another cold - grrr - and sa I still have a bit of gunk about me, today I had a snot-streaked face. Enjioyed every step. Met 7 other runners out, didn't know any of them, 1 said hello and the others had iPods so didn't know whether it was Christmas or Easter.
Dripping over lappie so off in search of hot water:D
Tim in Belgium
17-01-09, 05:04 PM
Just been out for my first run since before Christmas, went to an area of sand dunes that I don't know, got a little lost when I couldn't find the waymarkers and was out for a little longer than planned, for 1hr48mins, average HR of 164 and a max of 184, so not bad and I ran the whole way. No idea of distance as I was partly lost, but I wasn't breaking any speed records.
It was nice to find plenty of ups and downs and soft ground, some quite wild scenery (for Holland!), a great low sun shining (until it set) and for some strange reason loads of Highland cattle. I think I'm going to be a little stiff tomorrow so I've done some post run stretches, maybe a night on the beers tonight will help ;)
+1 :lol: Great time Hovis :-D
i know, thats 6 mins faster than the same distance on the treadmill. and as i said, the 2nd half was all up hill
well chuffed, im looking foward to the parkrun next week now
how accurate is google maps?
how much do you drink when running, and how much liquid do you carry? (i just took a little 200ml bottle)
how do you manage if you need a poo?
Tim in Belgium
17-01-09, 05:56 PM
If running for less than an hour and a quarter I don't usually bother taking drink with me, my longer running used to be off road on the moors so I'd take a camel back with waterproof and some food too just in case (as well as being good training for the one adventure race I did).
When I was training for a marathon a few years ago I located various cafes, drink machines etc on my longer route, so all I had to do was take some cash with me and therefore no need to carry stuff.
Poo wise I had the turtle head before christmas, and have been in physical pain before just trying to keep one in. Not sure what the solution is, run in a nappy?
chris8886
17-01-09, 07:31 PM
how do you manage if you need a poo?
paula radcliffe, just goes at the side of the road, so surely we can too?! :rolleyes:
on another note, i've not been out again since sunday :mad: have just had too much on or playing sport. had a good work out in my first hockey match since christmas and a win for once :D
plan on getting up before work tommorrow and going out.
YESSSSSS! Today is a big day!
Just back in from my first half marathon distance. Did 13.2 miles or so in just over 2h (2h2m) so pretty much on target for my marathon pace of 4h. The plan was for a 12 miler this weekend but I thought sod it, another mile wont hurt. Next week I'll be doing 10 as a step back week (not including the weekday training runs at 4 miles each).
I think that works out at an average pace of 9m10sec miles or thereabouts.
The outward miles I had a strong wind in my face which didnt help but on the way back it was calm and sunny so I was dripping :-)
Great feeling though, thats another milestone in may training reached. Off to take the kids swimming now.
Later
p.s. On the turtle head training front I tend work around my meal pattern. If you are 'regular' like me then you'll know approximately when you would normally pay a visit. Ideally dont run at that time, or better still go straight after :-). Hovis, its amazing what a little research can throw up :-) I just found this you wrote some time ago....
i only ever have 1 poo a day, about 1 hour after i get out of bed....... so, depending if im working or not i will poo in work, but i often wait till i get to the gym on my day off, so i can save on my poo paper
...and strangely I bumped into that thread by searching for 'running socks'! How bizarre.
somebody mentioned running socks the other day. Any recommendations for long distance running?
Tim in Belgium
18-01-09, 12:21 PM
Sounds like you're going well Flymo. Waiting to hear about these magic socks, can you get them from wiggle?
somebody mentioned running socks the other day. Any recommendations for long distance running?
I have used the twin skins for as long as I can remember. The most I have done in them in one go is a half marathon and they were great. I am not sure about greater distances in them, however, if I was doing a marathon I would definitely wear my Hilly Twin Skins :-D.
Hope this helps. I am sure someone with more running experience will come along shortly :cool:
YESSSSSS! Today is a big day!
Just back in from my first half marathon distance. Did 13.2 miles or so in just over 2h (2h2m) so pretty much on target for my marathon pace of 4h. The plan was for a 12 miler this weekend but I thought sod it, another mile wont hurt. Next week I'll be doing 10 as a step back week (not including the weekday training runs at 4 miles each).
I think that works out at an average pace of 9m10sec miles or thereabouts.
The outward miles I had a strong wind in my face which didnt help but on the way back it was calm and sunny so I was dripping :-)
Great feeling though, thats another milestone in may training reached. Off to take the kids swimming now.
Later
Sounds like you had a great run and well on target for the marathon :-D. How often do you do your weekday 4mile runs, is it every day?
Sounds like you're going well Flymo. Waiting to hear about these magic socks, can you get them from wiggle?
Here you go Tim :).
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/m/Run/8/Hilly/
Tim in Belgium
18-01-09, 01:06 PM
Cheers.
Sounds like you had a great run and well on target for the marathon :-D. How often do you do your weekday 4mile runs, is it every day?
A typical training week would be;
Mon - rest
Tue - 3m
Wed - 4m
Thu - 3m
Fri - rest
Sat - long run (currently 13m)
Sun rest
Tim in Belgium
18-01-09, 03:31 PM
Could anyone recommend a decentish windproof running top that can be had for a resonable price off the net? I've had a look on wiggle and there's a few to choose from, can any one help me pick, or any to avoid?
I've a Paclite Goretex top made by Gore, but it's a bit overkill on dry cold sunny days, and although being goretex you still get a little clammy, so fancy something for cold crisp clear days.
another 5 miles for me today
on the treadmill, as its raining heavy
its weird, as i feel im faster on the treadmill than i am on the road, but it seems the other way round
oh, and why are my calfs hurting?......... when i say hurting, its only when i run, and it does not realy hurt, they just feel a bit tight?
another 5 miles for me today
on the treadmill, as its raining heavy
its weird, as i feel im faster on the treadmill than i am on the road, but it seems the other way round
oh, and why are my calfs hurting?......... when i say hurting, its only when i run, and it does not realy hurt, they just feel a bit tight?
Hovis, I feel the same. When I step on a treadmill my legs seem to be moving faster, however, when I am on the road my times are a lot faster than the treadmill but I feel I am running slower. Does that make sense?
Great news though, 5 miles on the tread mill*
*at least there is a toilet close to hand :lol:;)
Hovis, I feel the same. When I step on a treadmill my legs seem to be moving faster, however, when I am on the road my times are a lot faster than the treadmill but I feel I am running slower. Does that make sense?
yes, its the same with me
Great news though, 5 miles on the tread mill*
*at least there is a toilet close to hand :lol:;) hehe
i have been planning runs on google, 3 miles upto 13 miles, got a 5 miler for tomorrow, if its dry.
somebody mentioned running socks the other day. Any recommendations for long distance running?
Twin Skins are fine.
For longer distances I use Falke RU3 socks or Thorlos socks.
Could anyone recommend a decentish windproof running top that can be had for a resonable price off the net? I've had a look on wiggle and there's a few to choose from, can any one help me pick, or any to avoid?
I've a Paclite Goretex top made by Gore, but it's a bit overkill on dry cold sunny days, and although being goretex you still get a little clammy, so fancy something for cold crisp clear days.
http://www.sweatshop.co.uk/Results.cfm?category=3&secondary=13
Couple of OK ones on here mate and not too expensive.
oh, and why are my calfs hurting?......... when i say hurting, its only when i run, and it does not realy hurt, they just feel a bit tight?
Do you do any stretching before and after you run?
It is personal preference as to when you do it if at all, however it may help you Hovis.
Do you do any stretching before and after you run?
It is personal preference as to when you do it if at all, however it may help you Hovis.
normaly, yes
Here you go Tim :).
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/m/Run/8/Hilly/
whats the differance between the 8 on there
in other words which do i want??/
There's some running really putting me to shame on here at the moment.....
Hovis - always squeeze on out before you go, even if you don't think you need one. Especially if doing a race, because the porta-loos at races are the worst places in the world - YOU CAN SMELL THE NERVES!!
I used to carry a bottle with me in a back pouch, along with my phone, my keys ad something to eat on longer runs, but find that I need less water now. Get one of these:
http://www.alexandrasports.com/8261/Hilly-Classic-Bottle-Belt.html?referrer=froogle
Once you are used to it it is comfortable.
I did the Les Witton 10 today and it was mentally hilly......IMO and a real tough one. I came home in 1:19:40 which I am quite pleased with. I had nothing left but recovery was quick so that's a good sign.
chris8886
18-01-09, 08:33 PM
somebody mentioned running socks the other day. Any recommendations for long distance running?
i sell loads of x-socks and 1000 mile socks in the sports shop i work in. always had good feedback on them, though that's not to say there aren't better pairs out there. go to a proper sports shop and see what you can find (and be prepared to pay at least £8 a pair! (seems expensive, but they are worth it))
I did the Les Witton 10 today and it was mentally hilly......IMO and a real tough one. I came home in 1:19:40 which I am quite pleased with. I had nothing left but recovery was quick so that's a good sign.
well done kev, you did far better than me today. i was lazy and got up too late and only had time for a single loop of my course i do, taking me 10 minutes.
I used to carry a bottle with me in a back pouch, along with my phone, my keys ad something to eat on longer runs, but find that I need less water now. Get one of these:
http://www.alexandrasports.com/8261/Hilly-Classic-Bottle-Belt.html?referrer=froogle
Once you are used to it it is comfortable.
would you normally wear one of these at the front or back?
normaly, yes
Normally, so have you stretched recently? If so, what stretching exercises do you do and how long for?
whats the differance between the 8 on there
in other words which do i want??/
The Hilly Twin skins, then the style depends on which you prefer, the socklets or ankle socklets.
There's some running really putting me to shame on here at the moment......
Don't worry I am here. :roll:
I did the Les Witton 10 today and it was mentally hilly......IMO and a real tough one. I came home in 1:19:40 which I am quite pleased with. I had nothing left but recovery was quick so that's a good sign.
Not heard of the Les Witton 10, sounds gruelling with the hills and a great time too :-D!!
My legs were aching and are still tight after yesterdays run so had a day off today.
i sell loads of x-socks and 1000 mile socks in the sports shop i work in. . org discount?;)
Normally, so have you stretched recently? If so, what stretching exercises do you do and how long for?
.
calf hamstring and quads, about 5-10 secs before 10-15 after
The Hilly Twin skins, then the style depends on which you prefer, the socklets or ankle socklets.
just pick one for me......... as im indesisive
calf hamstring and quads, about 5-10 secs before 10-15 after
How many reps of each?
just pick one for me......... as im indesisive
Okay, Hilly Twin Skin Socklets :-D
chris8886
18-01-09, 08:49 PM
org discount?;)
possible, but the most i could give is 10% :( owner is rather tight and times are a little tough atm.
How many reps of each?
reps? errrrrrrrr 1?
did'nt know you did stretching in reps
Okay, Hilly Twin Skin Socklets :-D
yay
mmmm, decisions decisions. I like the write-up for the Hilly mono skin supremes. Cant decide between these and the twin skins.
mmmm, decisions decisions. I like the write-up for the Hilly mono skin supremes. Cant decide between these and the twin skins.
you read the write up? how geeky.... just get foxy to chose for you
you read the write up? how geeky.... just get foxy to chose for you
:)
mmmm, decisions decisions. I like the write-up for the Hilly mono skin supremes. Cant decide between these and the twin skins.
I have the Hilly mono skins and tbh don't wear them. Much prefer the twin skins. I find them much more comfortable to wear and have not had any blisters from them. Hope this helps :).
I have the Hilly mono skins and tbh don't wear them. Much prefer the twin skins. I find them much more comfortable to wear and have not had any blisters from them. Hope this helps :).
Sold. Cheers Foxy
whats the differance between
Anklet Socks
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Hilly_Twin_Skin_Anklet_Socks/5360013822/
and
Socklets
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Hilly_Twin_Skin_Socklets/5360013821/
Sold. Cheers Foxy
You are welcome :-D
whats the differance between
Anklet Socks
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Hilly_Twin_Skin_Anklet_Socks/5360013822/
and
Socklets
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Hilly_Twin_Skin_Socklets/5360013821/
Anklet Socks cover your ankle and Socklets are like trainer liners.
Just depends on your preference on the type of socks you like to wear.
Anklet Socks cover your ankle and Socklets are like trainer liners.
Just depends on your preference on the type of socks you like to wear.
i normaly wear suspenders:confused:
so the Anklet Socks are longer, ill have them please
ordered............
although they tried to charge £4 extra for priority postage
good job im a trained ninja, and foiled there atempt to overcharge me
Tim in Belgium
18-01-09, 09:16 PM
Well just ordered some anklet soclets:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Hilly_Twin_Skin_Anklet_Socks/5360013822/
Some dandy tights:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Ronhill_Vizion_Powerlite_Tight/5360038551/
And a tight top:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Ronhill_Advance_Lite_Zip_Tee_AW08/5360038574/
So not bad, just got to get out there and use them.
Edit: And I found a five pound off voucher by googling, super ninja.
Well just ordered some anklet soclets:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Hilly_Twin_Skin_Anklet_Socks/5360013822/
Some dandy tights:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Ronhill_Vizion_Powerlite_Tight/5360038551/
And a tight top:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Run/8/Ronhill_Advance_Lite_Zip_Tee_AW08/5360038574/
So not bad, just got to get out there and use them.
Edit: And I found a five pound off voucher by googling, super ninja.
wow.............. those tights and tight top, look super ghay
thanks foxy for the sock recomendation
i normaly wear suspenders:confused:
so the Anklet Socks are longer, ill have them please
Will these go with your suspenders? ;)
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u356/lisa_jc/compression-socks-product.jpg
http://www.lansonrunning.com/women-s-clothing/women-s-running-socks/1000-mile/compression-socks.aspx
Tim in Belgium
18-01-09, 09:28 PM
wow.............. those tights and tight top, look super ghay
thanks foxy for the sock recomendation
It means I'll have a lower drag factor than you, especially if you're in your suspenders ;)
Oh no, has everyone else got addicted to wiggle too?
oh dear
i too have just bought a pair of those ghay tights
only a tenner from an ebay shop though
I like running in tights, they support the dangly bits:D
I didn't run today. Had planned a recovery run but I am still coughing up gunk:rolleyes: so decided against. Will go 2moz.
oh dear
i too have just bought a pair of those ghay tights
only a tenner from an ebay shop though
lmao, no suspenders for you then :lol:
I have a pair of those ghay tights too ;)
i dont like running in tracksuit bottoms? i dont know why, i much prefere shorts, so hopfuly the tights will be ok.
i dont like running in tracksuit bottoms? i dont know why, i much prefere shorts, so hopfuly the tights will be ok.
The tights will be fine Hovis, you will hardly notice they are there :-D
The tights will be fine Hovis, you will hardly notice they are there :-D
Far better than trackies. I don't like trackies either. So much so that I don't own a pair.
chris8886
19-01-09, 12:26 AM
lmao, no suspenders for you then :lol:
I have a pair of those ghay tights too ;)
yeh, but you're a girl and therefore look good in those rather tight tights.
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building up distance?
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water or "specailist drinks"?
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yeh, but you're a girl and therefore look good in those rather tight tights.
This thread is useless without pics!!!
MORE QUESTIONS, ADVICE and OPINIONS
how important is it to get shoes from a propper shop?
when i first joined the gym, i just got a pair of ½ price saucony off the internet, since then i have tried acis and mizuri, but was not keen on them, so stuck with suacony, always from the internet, but now im focusing just on running, should i visit a propper running shoe shop
Not that important that you buy from a proper shop, but if you can get gait analysis done and some pairs recommended in one, then go home and search the internet for cheaper ones. Very important to get the right shoes for your style of gait.
building up distance?
i have only been running for over a week, and im running about 5 times a week, either 3 or 5 miles at the moment, eventuly i want to build up to ½ marathon distance, which looks frightening on google, i was thinking of just adding a mile on every 2-3 weeks ?
Sounds fine mate - ideally you should be adding no more than 10% of mileage or time per week.
As a rule, if you add for 3 weeks on the forth week you should drop back a little and have an easier recovery week.
water or "specailist drinks"?
its my belief that the lucozade hydo and other simerler drinks are a bit of a scam, water is just as good, although i am only running for 1 hour max, at the moment
I always used to run with just a bottle of really week orange squash, which was perfect. When I used Lucozade in the marathon it dried my mouth up and made me feel a bit sick.
However I did used to use REGO recovery drink after a run.
Ultimately do what you feel is right and listen to your body, never run with knocks or cold etc, as you will find your recovery time will be longer.
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