The All New MSE Running Club.

KatieDee

I am a bit of a loser when it comes to running...I've only just started running outside and can just about manage a lap round my local park (which is literally outside my door, so no excuses!). I would say it's around a mile and a half...is this a laughable distance for a new runner? I could probably make it to two laps but I haven't wanted to overexert myself too much in case it puts me off! I don't have a water bottle at present really and from my experiences in the gym, this is a must! Will invest in a good one ASAP.

I only started at the weekend and I've run every day since I began. I do find myself aching but not enough to stop me running/have a huge effect on my speed and stamina.

I'm going to start timing my runs...is this a good way to mark your progress? It sounds silly but my second run felt a lot more comfortable than my first one. I'm hoping this continues!

I wouldn't refer to myself as a runner but I really enjoy running. I'm surprised how great it makes me feel and can completely understand why it's so popular!

fizzypotter

fufu_banterwaite wrote: »

Now I am well into my training for this ultramarathon my legs just ache constantly as I don’t really get any respite, but at the beginning I found that when I went for a short run (say 4 to 6 miles) I’d push myself pretty hard (say 7 minute mile pace) and my legs would ache. When I went for a longer run (say 10 to 12 miles) I’d go very slowly (say 9min 30second miles) and my legs wouldn’t ache as even though the run was longer, the intensity was much, much less.

gaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh Id KILL for even your slow time
currently anywhere between 10 and 12 min/mile BUT did just get 1 min 52 sec off my 5k time for last Friday

Indie_Kid

5 mile race tomorrow and 2 races next week.

fufu_banterwaite

fizzypotter wrote: »

gaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh Id KILL for even your slow time
currently anywhere between 10 and 12 min/mile BUT did just get 1 min 52 sec off my 5k time for last Friday

Haha! I guess whilst I haven’t been running that long I have been playing football for the past 25 years, so I came at it with a good level of natural fitness.

It is all swings and roundabouts – I have a friend who only started running competitively last year and he has already got his 10k time down to 38 minutes!

Lizling

Wow, 36 minutes for a 10k is impressive! Makes me jealous, but I find times like that after only a year's competitive running inspirational,too!

I'm doing a bit of an experiment on myself at the moment. I've been running as and when I feel like it on top of a bit of boot camp for about 3 years. I wasn't making any real improvement most of the time because of very inconsistent training, but just generally enjoying it and running the occasional race. This year, I'm seeing how much progress I can make by training 3-5 per week, every week.

Indie_Kid

First race of June done. I have another 3, including 2 next week, to go.

Alias_Omega

2nd Parkrun for me on Saturday...

Must turn up on time for this one.

Fishingtime

fizzypotter wrote: »

gaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh Id KILL for even your slow time
currently anywhere between 10 and 12 min/mile BUT did just get 1 min 52 sec off my 5k time for last Friday

Taking 1 min 52 secs off a 5 k run is Bl***y good going. :j:j

Indie_Kid

June week one done. 25k done and 2 PBs from this morning.

BunnieJ

Got my gait analysed today at Snow and Rock. The girl was really helpful...I feel bad not buying the trainers now

Apparently I have slight over pronation, more so in my left foot, and need medium support. After trying a few different pairs, she suggested these:

http://shop.runireland.com/images/productImages//Zoom/asics-gt-1000-1041393.jpg

I didn't buy (they cost £75!) so I thought I would shop around first. They can be found cheaper online, but they don't seem to have my size (6.5) whenever I find them :-(

Anyone know how good these are? Will I get my money's worth from them? I don't mind paying £75 if they're worth it.