Running thread

SuperKevinHorlock said:
Unfortunately hurt my calf running a couple of weeks ago.... Sadly only rested for a few days and went for a club run-two days later 4k into a trail run the calfs gone again.

Other than rest any other miracle cures?
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Suppose it depends if you've torn it. If that's the case then ice and rest. Bit as soon as it feels good do targeted strengthen exercise. Some here. https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/health/injury/a773619/ask-the-physio-calf-tears/

I had a calf tear during my 5-a-side days. Using painkillers and ice helped to start with. Physio identified the tear and have me strengthening exercises to do whilst recovering. Generally wait two to three weeks without pain before you go backt anything strenuous. May be okay to do light runs but if you feel a lot of pain jack it in and rest.
 
Manchester1894 said:
Suppose it depends if you've torn it. If that's the case then ice and rest. Bit as soon as it feels good do targeted strengthen exercise. Some here. https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/health/injury/a773619/ask-the-physio-calf-tears/

I had a calf tear during my 5-a-side days. Using painkillers and ice helped to start with. Physio identified the tear and have me strengthening exercises to do whilst recovering. Generally wait two to three weeks without pain before you go backt anything strenuous. May be okay to do light runs but if you feel a lot of pain jack it in and rest.
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Thanks mate.
 
Stuuuuuu said:
Ace! It doesn't get much better than the north Lakes for running.
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It was tougher yesterday. I ran 6k up to Castlerigg, which included a climb of 70 metres in 0.3 miles. Then over to Derwentwater via Walla Crag, and back in to Keswick. The uphill bit was exhausting; the rest, exhilarating. The aerobic zone was ignored though.
 
Paladin said:
It was tougher yesterday. I ran 6k up to Castlerigg, which included a climb of 70 metres in 0.3 miles. Then over to Derwentwater via Walla Crag, and back in to Keswick. The uphill bit was exhausting; the rest, exhilarating. The aerobic zone was ignored though.
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Yeah, that's the only thing about undulating environments: it's almost impossible to maintain an easy effort. I live just outside the national park and am thinking about heading in at unsociable times to do some hill runs.
 
I gave my legs 2/3 weeks off from running as I was having issues with my calf. I just stuck to my daily 5 mile walks for that time and did some roller work on my legs.

Last week I managed to run 20 miles across 4 runs and I did a 5 miler last night. I could really feel the lactic acid build up last week but legs are feeling great this week and will only get better.

I'm so glad to be back out running, my mind and body feel loads better. Managed to shift a few extra lbs from being dormant. I also can't wait to use the gym from Saturday, would be nice to fit in low impact work using the Watt Bike and x trainer.
 
Just back from 8k / 5 mile 'run' to the top of Walla Crag, just near Keswick. My split times were 7, 12, 14, 18, 6, 6, 6 per k, but I did stop at many points to take pictures. Most of it, as you can see, was just too steep to run. I feel great after doing it though. Elevation of 1158 feet gained.
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Paladin said:
Just back from 8k / 5 mile 'run' to the top of Walla Crag, just near Keswick. My split times were 7, 12, 14, 18, 6, 6, 6 per k, but I did stop at many points to take pictures. Most of it, as you can see, was just too steep to run. I feel great after doing it though. Elevation of 1158 feet gained.
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Love that area of the lakes, it really is a beautiful spot. Done a few walks up castlerigg and they were tough enough walking so every credit running it.
 
could somebody tell me about the first bit of "out of breathness" you get when you exercise? you know the bit literally 2 mins into exercise where you question if there's actually something wrong with you you are so knackered?

i want to call it first wind and 2nd wind, but i am not sure this is correct.

even in my fittest days i had this feeling quite bad, really gulping in breath after 2 mins but once through the ~4 min barrier i am happy for ages, in fact it's more my legs etc that give way before breath. what is this? can you improve it?
 
shemnel said:
could somebody tell me about the first bit of "out of breathness" you get when you exercise? you know the bit literally 2 mins into exercise where you question if there's actually something wrong with you you are so knackered?

i want to call it first wind and 2nd wind, but i am not sure this is correct.

even in my fittest days i had this feeling quite bad, really gulping in breath after 2 mins but once through the ~4 min barrier i am happy for ages, in fact it's more my legs etc that give way before breath. what is this? can you improve it?
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haha. To be honest I still get this.
just take it easy at the start and go slow.
 
Another run ticked off; 10.2k - 67 mins. Happy with that; was with the dog, who with toilet stops and general lack of interest probably stopped me ducking under 65 mins. She’s still asleep now 6 hours later.
 
After the joys of Walla Crag this morning, my two lads, and my daughter-in-law decided they were walking up Cat Bells. I went with them, and am pretty tired now. Was good though.
 
shemnel said:
could somebody tell me about the first bit of "out of breathness" you get when you exercise? you know the bit literally 2 mins into exercise where you question if there's actually something wrong with you you are so knackered?

i want to call it first wind and 2nd wind, but i am not sure this is correct.

even in my fittest days i had this feeling quite bad, really gulping in breath after 2 mins but once through the ~4 min barrier i am happy for ages, in fact it's more my legs etc that give way before breath. what is this? can you improve it?
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I still get this after decades of running. It's just your body warming up. Like BlueHammer says, take it really easy and slow (it's wise to incorporate some drills and dynamic stretches at this point if you are going to do any hard running). After a couple of miles, you will feel totally different and ready to start the actual session.
 
Paladin said:
Just back from 8k / 5 mile 'run' to the top of Walla Crag, just near Keswick. My split times were 7, 12, 14, 18, 6, 6, 6 per k, but I did stop at many points to take pictures. Most of it, as you can see, was just too steep to run. I feel great after doing it though. Elevation of 1158 feet gained.
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Brilliant mate - thanks for sharing. As I've said, there probably isn't a better place on planet Earth for running: stunning views, endless options for adventure and a favourable climate.

I can see Skiddaw from my village but I don't head into the national park nearly enough - but you have inadvertently persuaded me to give my head a wobble and head for the fells more often from this point forward.
 
I’ve ran 139km so far this month using maffetone (keeping my heart rate under 147).

I’ve already broken my monthly record of 115km when I was training for a marathon and I hope to reach 200km by the end of July.

my findings

- It’s difficult to slow down and let people go past you if you’re naturally competitive!

- you’re less likely to suffer injury

- you’ll burn more fat. This is not scientific but I’ve noticed my long cultivated beer nelly is decreasing by the day.

You can run every day minus the little injuries.

-You’ll notice that you can keep your heart rate low and breathe easily as your times decrease (if you stick with it)

-You won’t get the “runners high” you experience when going flat out BUT when you finish you’ll notice how calm / relaxed you are...it’s hard to explain but a good feeling.

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