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We have a fitness thread and a cycling thread, so why not a running/jogging thread?

I know there are a fair amount of runners and joggers here. Feel free to post about daily runs, goals, and it wouldn't be a THP thread without some equipment talk.
 
Man, running sucks. I did XC and track through middle school. I only did the distance runs, I'm a slow sprinter, but was pretty good at distance. It's crazy how even when you feel dead you can keep going. +1 for the human body being awesome. I also heard a stat somewhere that said humans were the best distance runners pound for pound or something like that. After tennis conditioning this week I wish I would have kept running, so sore.
 
I know what you mean by that keep going feeling. There's defiantly a "in the zone" feeling with running longer distances.
 
If you see me running, I'd advise you to start running too, because there's some bad stuff happening.
 
Not a HUGE fan of running, but I know how good it is to get back into shape. I play a lot of softball, and I went from 1st to home on a good hit into the outfield last night and my lungs were on FIRE! Just tells me I need to get back into shape better. I have some distance, super light weight running shoes, but need some new ones now.
Doing HIIT sprints will kick your arse, but is soooo good for getting into shape. Since I live about 100 yards from the high school track/football field it's easy to get to there and run. The hardest part is getting there to run!
 
I need to start running again, I'm out of shape.
 
I started a weight loss journey about 2 years ago, and when diet alone wasn't cutting it, I started exercising. I knew running was a great way to drop weight, but was so out of shape it wasn't funny; I could barely run for 20 seconds at a time. I didn't officially do Couch to 5k or anything like that, but used the same concept. At first it was 30 seconds of running and 4 minutes of walking, then just increased the running portion until I didn't need to walk. My longest run on the track was 4 miles (64 laps on my gym's track...) but my longest outside run is a 5k circuit in my neighborhood that I've run a few times.

I'm starting to think I need to look into some running shoes (right now I just have some new balance all terrain shoes), but just don't know about dropping $100 on them. How much of a difference do running shoes make to a somewhat beginner runner? I'm going to try to do a half-marathon next spring, would they really help with that?
 
I started a weight loss journey about 2 years ago, and when diet alone wasn't cutting it, I started exercising. I knew running was a great way to drop weight, but was so out of shape it wasn't funny; I could barely run for 20 seconds at a time. I didn't officially do Couch to 5k or anything like that, but used the same concept. At first it was 30 seconds of running and 4 minutes of walking, then just increased the running portion until I didn't need to walk. My longest run on the track was 4 miles (64 laps on my gym's track...) but my longest outside run is a 5k circuit in my neighborhood that I've run a few times.

I'm starting to think I need to look into some running shoes (right now I just have some new balance all terrain shoes), but just don't know about dropping $100 on them. How much of a difference do running shoes make to a somewhat beginner runner? I'm going to try to do a half-marathon next spring, would they really help with that?

The thing about running shoes that is important is finding a fit that supports your stride and foot transition. Just like every golf swing being different, everyone runs differently. A lot of running shops will have informed workers who will take a couple measurements and ask you a couple of questions about your stride, etc. and recommend a couple of different models.

Are running shoes worth the money? If you plan on sticking with it, the short answer would be yes, a pair of properly fitting running shoes will benefit you. The reason? While running isn't exactly easy on the body. A properly fitted pair of shoes can help prevent injury and improve longevity of joints and muscles.
 
I ran XC and track through high school then did a good amount of distance running for a while, a couple marathons, half marathons and 10 milers. It's been a year since I trained for anything, mainly because I've been spending more time on golf. Now that the humidity has died down, I plan on getting back into it and running a 10K this fall. I'll keep this thread posted.
 
I love running, and at one point a few years ago began training for a half marathon. I tweaked my calf about 6 miles from home at my peak training levels and walked home on it, limping badly the last couple of miles. It was a cold night out on a nice paved trail but kind of in the sticks so I didn't pass a store or anything to stop and call for a ride home.

I must have pulled something pretty good just couldn't really feel it because if the cold temps. The next few days were very uncfortable.

Started running again a number of months later but I think age a numerous minor injuries from the past kept me from being able to do too much, so I have it up.

My exercise these days consists of golf (2-3 rounds a week, many of them walking) and working in the yard. We have an acre of fairly active growth between a garden and other landscaping so it adds up and it keeps me in pretty decent shape.

I do miss running though, it was a nice escape and a good challenge because I was always working on goals. Too bad I guess.

It may have led me to more golf though, so maybe it wasn't such a bad thing
 
I started my journey in January 2012 at a swelt ? 308 pounds. No pills, no shots, no fancy diets...just healthy eating and exercise. I can proudly say I am now at 228 pounds (6'0") with a BMI of 15.6 and had a knee surgery in the middle of it. 45 years old.

The changes in my golf game are unbelievable, but since this is a running thread, will focus there. Can only do 4-5 miles per day due to arthritis but can do them at around an 8-8:30 pace.

I feel terrific and love to run, walk when I play golf and get exercise anywhere I can. My favorite comment came from my doctor, who told me not only have I added ten years to my life, the quality of those ten years will be markedly different.

Would love to hear your stories....


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Kind of related, an old friend of mine who I've known for 25 years and never ran in his life took it up a while back, maybe a year now. He was never very flexible, kind if a big guy, a TE in high school and a baseball catcher through 4 years at D1 level.

Amazingly, he is preparing for a Boston Marathon qualifier in February. Seems far fetched but the dude is already running crazy splits, like 7:45 over 15 miles, and really didn't get to that distance until the heat of Florida spring and summer set in. I think he's got a decent chance to qualify if he keeps improving at this pace.

As an indication of this guys dedication/obsession with running, about 4 months ago a bunch of us were at a bachelor party at a casino resort. I went to bed around 4am but woke up at like 6:30 still needing to work off some booze and hydrate. I walked down to the casino floor headed to the pool and my running friend, who drank his share of cocktails himself, I see him in full running garb headed to the lobby. It's now one of those stories of lore that we sometimes bring up because it was so random and completely impressive all at once. He did admit later that he wasn't feeling it and "only" ran 4 miles.

The interesting and touching part of this guy's running obsession is that he started just a couple months after his oldest of three daughters died rather suddenly from complications of a developmental disorder that she had from birth. I have often wanted to ask him how much that had to do with his taking up running and the eventual obsession that it became. If he makes the Boston, that would make a pretty good story to write about. The guy has had some interesting things happen to him in the last 6-7 years, from normal stuff like getting married, to raising three young daughters, to more surreal events like having a tree destroy his home while he was in it, the result of high winds from a hurricane back in '05.

Anywho, that was a little long winded and completely boring I'm sure. Should have gotten an earlier tee time.
 
I lost a little over 40 pounds in 2007/2008 training for and doing an ironman. (I was freaked out about turning 40, and I am not a hair-plug, sports-car kinda guy....)

I have done three marathons with a PR of 3:54, but now do much more biking than running.
 
Is it odd that the only sport I did not like to do in high school was the one I was best at? Cross county and distance runner in track, made the European Championships (DoDDS in Europe) in both CC and the 2x800m medley. Now if I told you I used to be a distance runner you'd laugh at me.
 
I probably saves 50% when i bought my running shoes. Bought one model year older on amazon.

~Rock
 
Is it odd that the only sport I did not like to do in high school was the one I was best at? Cross county and distance runner in track, made the European Championships (DoDDS in Europe) in both CC and the 2x800m medley. Now if I told you I used to be a distance runner you'd laugh at me.

I have never liked running, but was above average at it when I was younger. Ran a 4:46 mile in high school and have only run a handful of times since. I did run a 5K fun run on Thanksgiving Day a few years ago with my wife and kids(my wife and son are runners). My son was 12 at the time and my ego wanted to show him I could beat him - I ran 7:20 splits but he kicked it in the last 200 yards and beat me easily. I believe most peoples bodies can't handle the pounding of running once they get into their mid 40's. I have several buddies that do multiple marathons each year but they always seem to be fighting injuries.

Cycling is a much better way to go once your over 45. I ride a road bike 3-5 days a week and do 4-5 organized century rides each summer to keep myself motivated.
 
Need to force myself to run a quick 5K after work. Haven't ran since Wed. Not good,.
 
Kicking myself for not running for almost 4 full days. It was only 5k, but pushed myself and still didn't feel quick. Tuesday is a 10k day, hopefully with better results.
 
I try for about 2 miles a day, plus at least 2 miles walking. Feels good, and I sleep well afterwards (I jog in the late afternoon, usually dark by the time I get back.)
 
Is it odd that the only sport I did not like to do in high school was the one I was best at? Cross county and distance runner in track, made the European Championships (DoDDS in Europe) in both CC and the 2x800m medley. Now if I told you I used to be a distance runner you'd laugh at me.

I was the same way. I was the no. 3-4 man on our X-C team, which was nationally ranked, with a PR of 14:45. In track same thing, got my mile time down to 4:22 and 3200M time in the 9:20's (can't remember exactly, just remember I couldn't get in the teens). My dad ran X-C in college, so I grew up with it and never really liked it; basically avoiding it altogether when considering colleges. It wasn't until I was much older that I kicked myself for not taking it more seriously and staying with it at least through college. I got down at a 17:00 5K a few years ago, but now I'd be happy if I could pull off sub 9:00's. Walking 18 holes is now a work out, time to start it up again.
 
I found distance running about three years ago as a way to lose some weight. I started with 10Ks, then some half marathons, and I ran a full marathon earlier this year. It's a great way to keep in shape, and I find that it really reduces my stress levels.


I don't do a lot of training in the summer, because I just don't like running extended mileage when it's really hot. I'll start getting back into the half marathon training next month. Right now, I'm running 4-5 miles a clip three times a week. I also try to mix in one day of weights, two to three days of hitting balls and (ideally) a round of golf. It's a pretty full week in addition to work and family.


I haven't looked at the races I want to run this fall/winter. Last year I tried running one half each month between September and march. It was too much on my body. I was really worn out by the time I got to the marathon in February. this year I will likely not run more than three races.

I also may not run a full marathon this season. I was planning of running the Miami marathon in February, but I'm concerned that the marathon training will conflict too much with Grandaddy training. I'm going to really look at this in the next two weeks. Ultimately, playing excellent golf in December will take priority over running 26.2 in February.
 
I don't run for my physical health although it does have it's benefits. I run for my mental health because it's just a really good release for me. I live across the street from the track at my college and it is the perfect place to get in a good run. The cheer team runs there as well so there is that.
 
I don't run for my physical health although it does have it's benefits. I run for my mental health because it's just a really good release for me. I live across the street from the track at my college and it is the perfect place to get in a good run. The cheer team runs there as well so there is that.
I suppose I would run if that were the case . . .
 
The wife and I started a couch to 5k class in April and have now just started a 10k prep class through a running specialty store in our town. I find running by myself a bit boring but in a group it is fantastic.
 
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