Official Running Thread

[dazzer6666]

Where have all the runners gone

I need some expert advice on my running shoes, are the wear areas right on my trainers

I am just looking to fine-tune and stay injury-free,if possible!

As you can see right foot a bit different to the left foot, is that normal?


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Still here...ticking over with no long distance stuff as foot still niggly........with no events lined up not a lot to say at the moment !

That wear looks positively even - way less irregular than many I suspect. best thing to do is take them with you to a decent shop and they'll advise - having worn shoes with you helps them a lot.

 

[Deleted member 2719]

Still here...ticking over with no long distance stuff as foot still niggly........with no events lined up not a lot to say at the moment !

That wear looks positively even - way less irregular than many I suspect. best thing to do is take them with you to a decent shop and they'll advise - having worn shoes with you helps them a lot.

I thought a few would be talking about training or something?

I hope your niggly foot is not connected to a niggly ankle

My trainers have worn a bit more on the right foot, which tends to be pointing towards ten past when in a casual stance, as that knee is minus an ACL.

I do have a little contact on the outside of the heels, I am not sure what that's is about

I have just bought some more of the same Asics Road Hawk FF2, as I quite liked them and got them for £46.00!

Perhaps I will go to the shops next summer and get an analysis if the shops are still there.

 

[Curious Orange]

Where have all the runners gone

I need some expert advice on my running shoes, are the wear areas right on my trainers

I am just looking to fine-tune and stay injury-free,if possible!

As you can see right foot a bit different to the left foot, is that normal?


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I'm not an expert, apart from on my own feet which also wear the soles differently, so I'd say that yes that is normal.

 

[timbha]

Still here...ticking over with no long distance stuff as foot still niggly........with no events lined up not a lot to say at the moment !

That wear looks positively even - way less irregular than many I suspect. best thing to do is take them with you to a decent shop and they'll advise - having worn shoes with you helps them a lot.

Also on the soles have a look at how the outside/inside heel and outside/inside toe are wearing, ie has the thin coloured layer worn down to the thicker white layer (colours may be different). The type of wear will indicate if you need support and just as importantly if it’s time for a new pair. Again a good running shop will help (and they’ll twist your footwear with their hands and say you need a new pair (or not)!!!

 

[dazzer6666]

I thought a few would be talking about training or something?

I hope your niggly foot is not connected to a niggly ankle

My trainers have worn a bit more on the right foot, which tends to be pointing towards ten past when in a casual stance, as that knee is minus an ACL.

I do have a little contact on the outside of the heels, I am not sure what that's is about

I have just bought some more of the same Asics Road Hawk FF2, as I quite liked them and got them for £46.00!

Perhaps I will go to the shops next summer and get an analysis if the shops are still there.

Ha....it’s mostly due to an ankle sprain I had about 4 months ago.....as usual these can take forever to heal properly and it’s caused a couple of mechanical issues. Progress is very slow but at least I can still run - it only starts to play up after a couple of hours or so (that is gradually increasing) so I’m knocking out around 40mpw with decent variety. If I get a day when it does play up, it’s always ok the following day.

 

[Deleted member 2719]

I'm not an expert, apart from on my own feet which also wear the soles differently, so I'd say that yes that is normal.

Thanks, the only problem I have is, I hate being normal.

Ha....it’s mostly due to an ankle sprain I had about 4 months ago.....as usual, these can take forever to heal properly and it’s caused a couple of mechanical issues. Progress is very slow but at least I can still run - it only starts to play up after a couple of hours or so (that is gradually increasing) so I’m knocking out around 40mpw with decent variety. If I get a day when it does play up, it’s always ok the following day.

I'm sorry if there is an obvious answer to this question, but what makes you want to run more than half an hour?
Is it because your stamina is your biggest asset, or do you just like 2 hours of peace

 

[dazzer6666]

Thanks, the only problem I have is, I hate being normal.



I'm sorry if there is an obvious answer to this question, but what makes you want to run more than half an hour?
Is it because your stamina is your biggest asset, or do you just like 2 hours of peace

I don't think there is an obvious answer at all - will be different for everyone.......for me it's a combination of things, including, but not limited to :
-I'm not fast, going longer and slower is 'easier' sometimes (I really don't like parkrun - too hard)
-real enjoyment of being out in the countryside (I never run with music, regardless of time)
-fat burning/weight control
-mental 'escape' (yes - 2 hours of peace)
-interested to learn about how the body adapts, how to fuel etc
-simple challenge of longer distances/time on feet (How long is too long ? I've maxed out at just under 25 hours so far)
-I really enjoy long distance trail events (not so much road but will do the odd road marathon)

 

[Deleted member 2719]

I don't think there is an obvious answer at all - will be different for everyone.......for me it's a combination of things, including, but not limited to :
-I'm not fast, going longer and slower is 'easier' sometimes (I really don't like parkrun - too hard)
-real enjoyment of being out in the countryside (I never run with music, regardless of time)
-fat burning/weight control
-mental 'escape' (yes - 2 hours of peace)
-interested to learn about how the body adapts, how to fuel etc
-simple challenge of longer distances/time on feet (How long is too long ? I've maxed out at just under 25 hours so far)
-I really enjoy long distance trail events (not so much road but will do the odd road marathon)

All makes sense, and I certainly get the trail events, tarmacadam and concrete are monotonous IMO.

I keep getting told by a fitness guy I know that long distance can effect testosterone levels, he recommends 10-minute bursts. Fortunately I am good in this department, I just didn't know if there was any truth in this as it makes sense?

 

[dazzer6666]

All makes sense, and I certainly get the trail events, tarmacadam and concrete are monotonous IMO.

I keep getting told by a fitness guy I know that long distance can effect testosterone levels, he recommends 10-minute bursts. Fortunately I am good in this department, I just didn't know if there was any truth in this as it makes sense?

Would that be the fitness guy that works in a gym and can't do much business with people who go out on 3 hour runs over the Downs ??

I think the reality is a it of both is good. I do a couple of interval sessions every week as well as longer slower runs.

 

[lost in london]

If not doing anything too dramatic, then the trail version of your road shoes is a decent option............fit and feel should be similar so far less risk in changing as opposed to something completely different. If after a while you find you need more grip then you can start to think about something more aggressively-lugged but the Downs aren't too bad anyway as they dry out so quickly.

Thanks for that. Bit the bullet and went for them and they've been good on the road/track. Haven't had a chance to take them on the hills yet but think they should do the trick fine.

 

[dazzer6666]

Blimey had to search for this thread it had dropped so far down......everyone alright ?? Anyone do the modified Beachy event yesterday ? Looked a lovely day for it.

Anyway, actually tried a 5k yesterday for the first time in several months....pretty average 21.48 and AG 68.35 but will take it in non-race conditions and after a mixed (bit lax) period of training over the last 6 months with no events. Was going reasonably OK until the dreaded dry-retch kicked in with about 1km to go. Not sure if the table is till going [MENTION=15605]knocky1[/MENTION] but there you go anyway

 

[CHAPPERS]

Popped out on Saturday for a nice little HM along the top of the cliffs to Rottingdean and back along the bottom. Was pleased to get the distance without too much bother (though slowed right down as I ran back towards home for 2 miles of gradual incline thtough Holland Road and OSR) as haven't run further than 10/11 miles and only very sporadically have I been doing that. Knees ever so slightly feeling it so will take it easy this week.

 

[knocky1]

Here you go [MENTION=27279]dazzer6666[/MENTION] You pip jimmyGrumble on AG Sorry to hear the wretching is still occuring.

NAME	NSC 5K	NSC 5K AG	NSC 3K	NSC 3K AG
Big Nuts	18:05	75.76%	10:45	72.19%
ForestRowSeagull	18:04	71.04%
Indurain's Lungs	18:57	72:03%	11:15	68.97%
Badger	18:58	70.3%
knocky	20:46	77.23%
Simgull	21:07	72.17%
GNT	21:24(W)	78.38% (W)	12:52	74.11%
Greg Bobkin	21:27	64.8%
Dazzer6666	21:48	68.35%
Jimmy Grimble	21:48
Seagull Si	23:22	60.21%
Bob!	23:49	67.94%

NAME	NSC Mile AG	NSC Mile Time
Artie Fufkin	80.57%	4:59
Knocky	77.74%	5:56
Fitzcarraldo	76.04%	4:53
GNT	75.37%	6:24
Big Nuts	73.47%	5:20.6
Forest Row	72.04%	5:09
Penny's Harmonica	71.35%	6:025
Ninja	69.89%	5:21
Anchorman	69.36%	6:39
Dazzer6666	68.13%	6:26
Indurain's Lungs	65.79%	5:58

 

[knocky1]

Blimey had to search for this thread it had dropped so far down......everyone alright ?? Anyone do the modified Beachy event yesterday ? Looked a lovely day for it.

Anyway, actually tried a 5k yesterday for the first time in several months....pretty average 21.48 and AG 68.35 but will take it in non-race conditions and after a mixed (bit lax) period of training over the last 6 months with no events. Was going reasonably OK until the dreaded dry-retch kicked in with about 1km to go. Not sure if the table is till going [MENTION=15605]knocky1[/MENTION] but there you go anyway

4 months R&R for me. Kept the legs tickng over by walking up hills but not much else. Fingers have been taking the majority of a rheumatoid flare up but resting the feet as stepping over the line could give me tendonitis and stop me walking for a few months.

Will get out there today and see what happens over a couple of miles. Still hoping for a Moyleman place next Spring.

 

[dazzer6666]

4 months R&R for me. Kept the legs tickng over by walking up hills but not much else. Fingers have been taking the majority of a rheumatoid flare up but resting the feet as stepping over the line could give me tendonitis and stop me walking for a few months.

Will get out there today and see what happens over a couple of miles. Still hoping for a Moyleman place next Spring.

Take it easy mate......it’s only a hobby.....

 

[knocky1]

Take it easy mate......it’s only a hobby.....

£240 for a pair of slippers that have only done 3 miles over 7 months. I hate wasting money. I'll be back!

 

[big nuts]

Brighton Marathon moved to September 12th. Could be a hot one. Not sure why they couldn’t wait until October where the weather is so much cooler.

 

[soistes]

Blimey had to search for this thread it had dropped so far down......everyone alright ?? Anyone do the modified Beachy event yesterday ? Looked a lovely day for it.

Anyway, actually tried a 5k yesterday for the first time in several months....pretty average 21.48 and AG 68.35 but will take it in non-race conditions and after a mixed (bit lax) period of training over the last 6 months with no events. Was going reasonably OK until the dreaded dry-retch kicked in with about 1km to go. Not sure if the table is till going [MENTION=15605]knocky1[/MENTION] but there you go anyway

I did the Beachy half on Sunday. It was great. Brilliantly organised, around 700 runners, socially-distanced start, excellent marshalling, nice medal, Mars bars and bananas en route, perfect still but cool weather. What’s not to like (apart from the horrendous hills, obv)?

I reckon that with big urban road events cancelled it’s going to be trail races for me for the next year or so.

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[Normal Rob]

Yaay for me. This may be pathetic for a lot of you but I'm well chuffed!

 

[Artie Fufkin]

Brighton Marathon moved to September 12th. Could be a hot one. Not sure why they couldn’t wait until October where the weather is so much cooler.

Brighton was going to be my target Spring marathon. I don't think I'll make it in Sept. as I'll hopefully be in the final weeks of prep for London on Oct. 3rd, but who knows what next year will bring in terms of mass participation races.