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We'll_live_and_die
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6.82?
Adge
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Miles.
Great_Expectations
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I am on my second pair of ASICS Gel Kayano - they support my ankles really well and are fairly neutral in terms of they aren’t lightweight speed shoes, nor overly heavy cross country types. I wear them on both muddy cross country and road runs and they work well for both.
I had no idea what I was looking for, but I did a gait analysis and they were recommended. Worth doing if/when you can.
Great_Expectations
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A few of you have mentioned it’s worth joining a running club. Debating joining a local one, but what are the actual benefits and reasons behind recommending joining a club?
-proper advice.
-group training and runs. Great motivator.
-most clubs have a vast range of abilities so you always have people at your pace (or alternatively slightly faster people to aim for!)
-if you are minded to, free entry into road-relays, cross-country leagues, etc.
There are a great range of clubs in Coventry and surrounding areas.
We'll_live_and_die
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Northbrook are doing a free virtual membership
We'll_live_and_die
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What’s the significance? Don’t know why you had to push at the end of a random distance? Sorry if I’m being a bit thick. I have a low IQ apparently.
robbiekeane
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11km
We'll_live_and_die
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Of course it is. Well done mate.
Ccfcisparks
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Another mile in the bank this morning. Really really sore calves after though. Think my warm up isn’t good enough
Sky_Blue_Daz
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After some very rough calculations I’ve worked out since I got the ok to run again in the middle of April I’ve done 301 miles
I’ve set a target of Over 500 miles for this Year ( not counting dog walking )
I’ve set a target of Over 500 miles for this Year ( not counting dog walking )
skyblue1991
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skyblue1991
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10.9km this morning 53 mins.
Gona run this a few more times after work next week then look to try a half marathon again
Gona run this a few more times after work next week then look to try a half marathon again
robbiekeane
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Can’t tell if you’re being serious or not lol, I wasn’t being sarcy
We'll_live_and_die
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No I’m not mate. I didn’t click that it was 11km.
Great_Expectations
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Thanks both. Still a little on the fence, I’m pretty motivated and not sure I’d be at a level/able to commit to races.
I would like people to run with though, not all the time but occasionally a running partner would mix it up a bit. None of my mates or partners are interested in running at all. Assume it can help with that too?
Well yeah, group training (when tiers allow) usually once or twice per week, depending on club. No obligation to turn up every week....
It really helps with a bit of structure if you're struggling with that. The group I'm in at my club would typically train Tuesday and Thursday nights... Rep/harder session on Tuesday, then either a steadier run or possibly another rep session on the Thursday. This gives you good motivation and then the rest of the week just think about doing easy runs as necessary.
Always best to try a club for a couple of weeks first... Honestly most new people who turn up to a club night, you don't see them again, so don't feel bad if you try a place out and it's not for you...
With regards to races, it's another great motivator. OK stuff like the cross-country leagues etc are very competitive, but most local races have a range of abilities that would be typical for a Parkrun.
It really helps with a bit of structure if you're struggling with that. The group I'm in at my club would typically train Tuesday and Thursday nights... Rep/harder session on Tuesday, then either a steadier run or possibly another rep session on the Thursday. This gives you good motivation and then the rest of the week just think about doing easy runs as necessary.
Always best to try a club for a couple of weeks first... Honestly most new people who turn up to a club night, you don't see them again, so don't feel bad if you try a place out and it's not for you...
With regards to races, it's another great motivator. OK stuff like the cross-country leagues etc are very competitive, but most local races have a range of abilities that would be typical for a Parkrun.
sw88
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I've long been a Saucony Peregrine guy (had two pair of 7's and two 8's) but don't like the look of the 10's. design wise rather than colour - no one gets running trainers to make a fashion statement and the uglier colour the better
So, despite having tried Cascadia about 18 months 2 years ago from cov runner and my feet hated them but couldn't return them as had worn them outside, I have caved and am giving Brooks another go! And have ordered a pair of Ghost 13's! In white! I hope they fit
sw88
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Along with my bootcamp who have a few keen runners, I've been part of 'Lonely Goats' for a couple of years now! A virtual group before 'virtual' became a thing
One of the biggest running clubs going given that it's both nations and international! Great online support, and we even have some goats who organise group runs (covid aside!) based in Allesley Village, starting from Old School Fitness
Adge
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What does “lonely goats” mean/stand for?Along with my bootcamp who have a few keen runners, I've been part of 'Lonely Goats' for a couple of years now! A virtual group before 'virtual' became a thing
One of the biggest running clubs going given that it's both nations and international! Great online support, and we even have some goats who organise group runs (covid aside!) based in Allesley Village, starting from Old School Fitness
We'll_live_and_die
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Lonely goat running club is an online affiliated running club.
You join them and have all the benefits of being in a physical running club. You’ll find you have club mates anywhere you go.
lonelygoat.com
You join them and have all the benefits of being in a physical running club. You’ll find you have club mates anywhere you go.
Lonely Goat Running Club
Lonely Goat is an inclusive Online Running Club and community. Designed for those who do not have the time to join traditional clubs.
lonelygoat.com
sw88
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Lonely goat running club is an online affiliated running club.
You join them and have all the benefits of being in a physical running club. You’ll find you have club mates anywhere you go.
Lonely Goat Running Club
Lonely Goat is an inclusive Online Running Club and community. Designed for those who do not have the time to join traditional clubs.
@Adge what he said
They area recognised club so you can be affiliated but it's not essential; anyone is welcome to the herd, even you
Great_Expectations
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@Adge what he said
They area recognised club so you can be affiliated but it's not essential; anyone is welcome to the herd, even you
I’ve looked into Lonely Goat before but wasn’t into running enough at the time.
Can you/do you find other local LG runners?
sw88
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You’re too kind! In all seriousness I would meet up but you know where I am-bit far away.
Well when this shite is over we can arrange something around work! Sure there's nicer places to run round by you than us beating the streets round here
sw88
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I only happened to come across the Old School Goats by chance and have ran with them a few times! Can't always commit to their Sunday schedule and used to run with my bootcamp on Wednesdays, so haven't repped the jersey with other Goats as much as I'd like.
but there are also some others on Insta and Strava. Most use a
emoji after their name on strava making it easier to search(there's tonnes on there!! Even if you're not one, search and see ).
Sky_Blue_Daz
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Had a lovely run today usual route through pro logis and Bennett’s road but turned left at the hare and hounds along watery lane and up penny park
4.5 miles in 42 mins . Not the best time but good for an over weight nearly 45 year old with one leg shorter then the other
4.5 miles in 42 mins . Not the best time but good for an over weight nearly 45 year old with one leg shorter then the other
We'll_live_and_die
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Just done a treadmill interval session. Jesus the hate treadmills.
I’ve lost so much fitness and put on a stone and a half since I was ill. It’s going to take hard work and dedication to get back to where I was, but sessions like that’ll help for sure.
I’ve lost so much fitness and put on a stone and a half since I was ill. It’s going to take hard work and dedication to get back to where I was, but sessions like that’ll help for sure.
Sky_Blue_Daz
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Had a lovely run this afternoon really enjoyed it
fernandopartridge
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I used to do a lot of treadmill intervals, think they're good as the treadmill forces a quicker pace. Great for weight loss. I've not done one for years!
Great_Expectations
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I’ve mentioned it on this thread a few times before, but it really pisses me off when you intentionally (and obviously) move out of someone’s way when running, usually onto mud/roads/grass verges etc, and get no acknowledgement at all.
Sounds petty I know, but it’s basic manners!
I was approaching a tunnel under a railway line today and could see a couple had just entered the other end, so with the current Covid situation etc I stopped running and waited. They were middle aged but seemed to walk really slowly so it took a while, as they came out they knew I’d been waiting and I’d even stepped back to ensure I was at least 2m away, they looked at me deadpan and just carried on, no thank you, no nod of the head, no smile.
Sounds petty I know, but it’s basic manners!
I was approaching a tunnel under a railway line today and could see a couple had just entered the other end, so with the current Covid situation etc I stopped running and waited. They were middle aged but seemed to walk really slowly so it took a while, as they came out they knew I’d been waiting and I’d even stepped back to ensure I was at least 2m away, they looked at me deadpan and just carried on, no thank you, no nod of the head, no smile.
This has happened to me a lot too. Really annoying and rude.
Also when walking i have had runners go past me really close. They were behind me and I didn't even know they were there.
