Running thread

[Stoned Rose]

Anyone noticed there seems to be less and less runners out as the pandemic goes on? Or do most train over winter, and ease off in summer?

I see a lot of the same heads whenever I'm out running.

We always do that weird little "greeting" as we pass that runners seem to do even though I dont know them from Adam.

 

[Manchester1894]

I see a lot of the same heads whenever I'm out running.

We always do that weird little "greeting" as we pass that runners seem to do even though I dont know them from Adam.

Thumbs up, too out of breath to speak gretting? haha

 

[Stoned Rose]

Thumbs up, too out of breath to speak gretting? haha

That one or the little "you're just as fucking cool" as me head nod.

 

[oldhamblue]

@Rammy Blue Where did you read 1,000-1,500km for a pair of trainers? I've never heard that before; it's usually 400-500 miles which is more in the region of 800km.

I would guess running shoe manufacturers perpetuate this. They need us to buy new running shoes a couple of times a year. I've had Asics for 2 years

 

[Paladin]

I haven't posted in here for a while either, been avoiding it because I get jealous of people who can actually run! Haven't run properly since feb/March, pretty sure I have achilles tendonitis, apparently it's a long term injury with no guarantee itll ever heel. To say im gutted and depressed about it is an understatement. I miss running so much. I tried cycling through lockdown but it's just not the same.

Dont take being fit and able for granted guys, its sucks big time when you can't run.

I've had achilles tendonitis a few times, always with playing football. I've always cured it by getting a new pair of trainers. How old are your running shoes?

 

[Manchester1894]

My 10k was 01.01.03 this morning. Went out fast to see how it affected my time, think it did improve it but the last 1.5k I felt terrible. Suffered a bit but hadn't run since last Sunday as had some pain in knees. Dead again this morning. Passed 4 runners. One was the same bloke twice.

 

[Deleted member 77198]

I see a lot of the same heads whenever I'm out running.

We always do that weird little "greeting" as we pass that runners seem to do even though I dont know them from Adam.

I’ve been out walking, running and cycling like never before over lockdown.

And the proper walkers all give their fellow walkers a “good morning” “it’s a nice day”, even when it’s pissing down you still get “morning, no such thing as bad weather!” with the obligatory fake laugh from each of us.

And runners/cyclists give me a nod and a smile when I’m running or cycling.

But I’ve noticed the different categories don’t say hello to each other, the tribes all stick to their own!

So if I’m out running the cyclists and walkers don’t give me the nod, if I’m out walking the runners and cyclists don’t give me the nod, and if I’m cycling the runners and walkers don’t give me the nod.

And the people just out and about, heading somewhere like shopping, don’t say hello or nod to anyone!

Humans are funny aren’t they?

 

[Tommy_Catons_Perm]

Anyone noticed there seems to be less and less runners out as the pandemic goes on? Or do most train over winter, and ease off in summer?

Yes, lightweights most off them. Not dedicated hardcore like us on here who have running for 30 years!!!!

 

[Deleted member 77198]

I've had achilles tendonitis a few times, always with playing football. I've always cured it by getting a new pair of trainers. How old are your running shoes?

I’m going to go for one of those proper gait tests and get a proper pair of trainers that suit my run.

Ive just started getting a painful patella again, I used to suffer with that as a teenager when I played basketball on gravel before during and after school everyday for about three years straight.

I’ve noticed with increasing my runs (not ran for 15 years before lockdown) that it’s coming back... but I’ve been wearing an old pair of Adidas Originals and wearing them out until I need a new pair.

Silly of me really. By the evening my knee is very sore.

 

[BlueHammer85]

10 miles yesterday and a Southend Seafront 10k today. Very enjoyable

 

[franksinatra]

Dragged myself out of bed and hit the south west coast path running along the Jurassic coast to Swanage for a taxing 12k run along beach/woodland and hills. Fantastic views and I treated myself to a pasty afterwards.

 

[Stuuuuuu]

I’ve been out walking, running and cycling like never before over lockdown.

And the proper walkers all give their fellow walkers a “good morning” “it’s a nice day”, even when it’s pissing down you still get “morning, no such thing as bad weather!” with the obligatory fake laugh from each of us.

And runners/cyclists give me a nod and a smile when I’m running or cycling.

But I’ve noticed the different categories don’t say hello to each other, the tribes all stick to their own!

So if I’m out running the cyclists and walkers don’t give me the nod, if I’m out walking the runners and cyclists don’t give me the nod, and if I’m cycling the runners and walkers don’t give me the nod.

And the people just out and about, heading somewhere like shopping, don’t say hello or nod to anyone!

Humans are funny aren’t they?

*Nods*

 

[Northernstorirs]

Another 20 miles completed last week (4 x 5 mile runs). I'm so glad the gyms are now open, I'm able to add a few sessions on the watt bike and cross trainer to my weekly work out.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

did a 5k this morning, stopped any further due to leathering it with rain

 

[Fazz28]

Ran today for the first time in two weeks, lost some motivation and basically slobbed for 2 weeks.. only did 5k but felt so shit and heavy :(

 

[kinkyblue]

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.

What do you use to monitor your heart rate as you run?

 

[Stuuuuuu]

did a 5k this morning, stopped any further due to leathering it with rain

Tried really hard to resist the urge to comment but... isn't it a bit, well, soft to cut short a run because it's raining?

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

Tried really hard to resist the urge to comment but... isn't it a bit, well, soft to cut short a run because it's raining?

tbh I was running it close to needing to be on a 8.30 teams call with work.

so The rain helped me get in on time so to speak.

 

[Pezzer2]

Swapped Lanzarote for Conwy for my holiday . Absolutely bouncing it down today. Went for a 3 mile run around the area around campsite, Jesus it was tough with the steep inclines .

 

[Paladin]

I'm back to running away home in Cheshire today. A bit windy, and much flatter than the Lake District.

Can anyone help me with a dilemma I've got please?

I bought a pair of Brooks Men's Glycerin 17 Blue D Width SS20 for £126 back in April. I've covered about 450 miles in them, and the tough plastic sole is almost worn away down to the sponge on the heel of my left shoe.

I appreciate that 500 miles is considered about right for the lifetime of a pair of running shoes, but it means I'll need a new pair four times a year. £500 per year is a lot for me to spend on running shoes. Can anyone recommend either some longer lasting ones, or a cheaper brand that has a similar fit to those above please?