Running thread

[Paladin]

Whats the project (sorry if I missed it)

Every street in the village. I'm about half way there in about six runs so far. It's quite a wide spread village (Lymm).

 

[Paladin]

Hey,

Does this track races in general aswell? Or just Park runs?

Just Parkruns. It feeds into their database.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

Only the usual Sports Direct type chain rubbish. I do frequent "Up and Running" when I'm up in Manchester though.

on deansgate?

 

[staffsblue]

on deansgate?

That's the fella. The chaps in there always seem really proactive and friendly.

 

[AirbagsOptionalTheReturn]

Every street in the village. I'm about half way there in about six runs so far. It's quite a wide spread village (Lymm).

Are the locals being as snooty as usual in Lymm?

 

[AirbagsOptionalTheReturn]

been historically going with Adidas, then a few years ago realised they were pants.

Went wiht a number of Nike trainrers, include road and trail Pegasus. Still got my road Pegasus trainers as i ran my fastest ever 10k race wearing them.

However, since getting covid, and having numerous niggles a few years back, I have had several Hoka trainers including the Rincon 2 and 3, along with the Clifton trainer.

Last year I purchased some New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v12 GORE-TEX trainers, been great wearing them continuously.

I did get the Hoka Rincon 4's last week, ran in them once at the weekend and feel quite nice.

Seriously try the Boston 12s I really really rate them

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

That's the fella. The chaps in there always seem really proactive and friendly.

yeah they are really good in there.

But always feel bad spending money online rather than in branch.

Seriously try the Boston 12s I really really rate them

Would you really recommend them? Just for longer runs? don't want to splash more money again on trainers ha

 

[Paladin]

Are the locals being as snooty as usual in Lymm?

Very friendly locals. Except the ones who complain when I run along their private road.

 

[AirbagsOptionalTheReturn]

yeah they are really good in there.

But always feel bad spending money online rather than in branch.




Would you really recommend them? Just for longer runs? don't want to splash more money again on trainers ha

I use them for everything from speed work, 5ks and my long distance (the version 13 is coming out soon so you may be able to bag a bargain). Also I recommend having at least 2 pairs in rotation, it elongates their lif

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

I use them for everything from speed work, 5ks and my long distance (the version 13 is coming out soon so you may be able to bag a bargain). Also I recommend having at least 2 pairs in rotation, it elongates their lif

been looking at the adidas site. some in my size going for £140.

 

[AirbagsOptionalTheReturn]

been looking at the adidas site. some in my size going for £140.

Leave it a few weeks when they announce the 13 these will come down, also log onto to Quidco and search adidas you will get money back

 

[Gaz76]

Did a mile repeat session on the track next to city's ground today, well worth a go, best £4.75 I've spent in ages

 

[Paladin]

been looking at the adidas site. some in my size going for £140.

There's an Adidas outlet at Pear Mill in Stockport. They sometimes have a few bargains.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

Leave it a few weeks when they announce the 13 these will come down, also log onto to Quidco and search adidas you will get money back

Good shout!

There's an Adidas outlet at Pear Mill in Stockport. They sometimes have a few bargains.

I live not far from Pear Mill, will check it out

 

[ob]

5k this morning before work and before it got too hot

 

[staffsblue]

Completed my 100th Parkrun this morning at Peel Park in 29:45.
Not too bad considering I only started Couch to 5k in February 2022, and before that hadn't run for 35 years.
At least it proves that if an overweight retired bloke can do it, anyone can!

 

[ob]

Completed my 100th Parkrun this morning at Peel Park in 29:45.
Not too bad considering I only started Couch to 5k in February 2022, and before that hadn't run for 35 years.
At least it proves that if an overweight retired bloke can do it, anyone can!

Amazing effort mate, such an inspiration

 

[Innsbruckblue]

I think it's an age thing. As you get older, running becomes much more for fitness and enjoyment, and less competitive. After recent injuries (notably an ongoing hip problem) I'm just happy to be out there, enjoying the beautiful scenery, getting very tired legs, and aching for the rest of the day.

12km starting at 7am today, from Keswick to Threlkeld, then back via Castlerigg Stone Circle. 5km of it was beside the fast flowing River Greta. On return, there were views of Catbells and other distant fells. An absolutely stunning run, and the slow pace allowed me to enjoy the scenery for much longer.

I lived there in the 90s. So nice to hear those place names again

 

[AirbagsOptionalTheReturn]

9.75 miles today. Ran down the front at Southport with the 10k runners heading in the opposite direction (the leader was heading for 30 min by the looks of it). It was great to see so many people out and no issues, especially in the current climate. Next weekend I will break the 10 mile marker for the first time in over 12 months. Looking at 1hr 20 or so so that’s getting back to my half marathon pace.
Anyway happy Sunday Blues

 

[Paladin]

Completed my 100th Parkrun this morning at Peel Park in 29:45.
Not too bad considering I only started Couch to 5k in February 2022, and before that hadn't run for 35 years.
At least it proves that if an overweight retired bloke can do it, anyone can!

Well done @staffsblue. Great achievement and an inspirational story. It shows what you can do, with perseverance and self-belief.