scoob
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how often do you do it? ive just started and its harder then it looks  i know its somthing you have to build up im just trying to get rid of some fat. 
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Nath
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It's almost 'fun' when you become used to it. I'm entering some 10k's and half marathons this year, for the first time too.
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scoob
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i enjoy it tbh i just need to be able to run further to enjoy it more 
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Marc
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I just do 2k 3 times a week at the gym.
BUT
I'm running 3 miles for Sports Relief next month so need to start going running as 2k is less than half my distance!
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scoob
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i nealy chucked up the indian take away id eaten to, prob not a good idea to eat then run tho
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scoob
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quote:
Originally posted by Marc
I just do 2k 3 times a week at the gym.
BUT
I'm running 3 miles for Sports Relief next month so need to start going running as 2k is less than half my distance!
nice one
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Baskey
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Iv recently started and really enjoying it.
I do 5k in arround 25 mins which im told isnt bad
Im doing it twice weekly at the mo.
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Laney
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When you find your pace running IS quite enjoyable.
Pick a distance and run as much of it as you can. If you're running outside and not on a treadmill you'll feel a dick walking so it'll encourage you to keep going 
Edit - and a decent pair of trainers is essential!
[Edited on 24-02-2010 by Laney]
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Nath
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quote:
Originally posted by Laney
Edit - and a decent pair of trainers is essential!
Deffo! Proper ones at that, not the flashiest pair you can find in JD Sports which look like they might be good.
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Marc
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Indeed. My mates hate my Mizuno's but they aren't meant as a trendy fashion accessory!
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Laney
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Irony being my running trainers cost twice as much as my normal trainers 
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Baskey
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Any recomendations for cheap running trainers?
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Laney
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quote:
Originally posted by Baskey
Any recomendations for cheap running trainers?
I was always told that unless they're on sale, anything under £60 isn't worth having!
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Nath
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quote:
Originally posted by Baskey
Any recomendations for cheap running trainers?
Sports World/Direct sell cheap proper ones. Just need to work out what kind of step you have.
http://www.asics.co.uk/running/knowledge/get-to-know-your-arches-do-the-wet-test/
[Edited on 24-02-2010 by Nath]
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Carl
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quote:
Originally posted by Nath
quote:
Originally posted by Baskey
Any recomendations for cheap running trainers?
Sports World/Direct sell cheap proper ones. Just need to work out what kind of step you have.
http://www.asics.co.uk/running/knowledge/get-to-know-your-arches-do-the-wet-test/
[Edited on 24-02-2010 by Nath]
Agreed. Don't have to be expensive either, it's only really the new technology ones that are dear. I've a pair of asics look proper shit but do the job.
Also stick with it, it is amazing how much you will progess in a short space of time. I really need to get out a bit more, just waiting for the weather to pick up a bit.
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scoob
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off out for a blast tonight see how far i get, thanks for the advice
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Baskey
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im using a fancy pair of air max and they are terrible. Cheers for the advice, il have a look at that site and get something more suited.
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Seany
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i run 5k 5 times a week, it does get easier, to start with i was taking 35 mins now down to 25ish. went for a proper long run last week, 9 miles and to say i was breathing through my arse is an understatement
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scoob
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did alot better tonight was easier anyway just got to build it up!
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Seany
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how far did you manage?
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scoob
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not sure on distance i just to a set route at the moment and try to run it all. i managed to run alot more of it this time
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Baskey
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quote:
Originally posted by scoob
not sure on distance i just to a set route at the moment and try to run it all. i managed to run alot more of it this time
You will be surprised how quickly you will improve. I started a couple of months back and was running 2.5k and i was fucked. Coughing loads after and not really enjoying it. Now iv got a little 5k route and im starting to look forward to getting out when im driving back from work.
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Nath
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When I first started at the gym my mate could barely muster a 1km on the treadmill. He can now do 2.2km in 11mins. He shocked himself at how much easier it gets the more you do it.
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Marc
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Running on a treadmill is harder too as you can get bored, out running you get a change of scenery and have to concentrate at junctions. Makes a big differance to stamina/endurance.
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Laney
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quote:
Originally posted by Marc
Running on a treadmill is harder too as you can get bored, out running you get a change of scenery and have to concentrate at junctions. Makes a big differance to stamina/endurance.
Agree'd. I find it easier on the road as I keep saying "just do to the next lamp post!". Plus, if you run 2miles in one direction you HAVE to walk/run home
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