Just want to know, and can you post some tips for a new runner?
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I can tell you that the Asics Gel Kayano line is great for running, I have the XII.
I am guessing you are running long distance?
Edited by shepard, 23 November 2007 - 02:23 AM.
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Good luck on the quitting smoking, by the way! That is probably the biggest thing you have to get over right now. (and the biggest thing holding you back until your lungs start to heal)
By the way, you mentioned calories, so I thought I would mention that most people think you burn a lot more calories than they actually do while running. Depending on weight, speed run, etc, for most people it is just a little over 100 calories (kilocalories) per mile run. (about in the 110-130 range per mile for most people) Lots of people tend to increase their food consumption more than they burn when they first start training until they realize this.
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Posted 19 November 2007 - 06:17 AM
I know that lots of people like to load up on carbs while training for endurance events (especially in the days leading up to the event itself) because of the way your body processes it. However, I am no expert, and since I am not currently training for a marathon (although I am thinking seriously about trying to do one in the future at some point), my regimen of eating/running would probably be different than what you are going for. (and I am no expert, so I would not want to recommend a wrong course of action)Good luck on the quitting smoking, by the way! That is probably the biggest thing you have to get over right now. (and the biggest thing holding you back until your lungs start to heal)
By the way, you mentioned calories, so I thought I would mention that most people think you burn a lot more calories than they actually do while running. Depending on weight, speed run, etc, for most people it is just a little over 100 calories (kilocalories) per mile run. (about in the 110-130 range per mile for most people) Lots of people tend to increase their food consumption more than they burn when they first start training until they realize this.
Thanks for the smoking encouragement. With regards to calories; do you think I should be limiting my calories when training for long distance running? I read somewhere that it's recommended to obtain at least 600 gs of carbs a day for optimum endurance. That's a lot of food and with my current meat-inclusive diet I can't get there without at least eating 4000 calories. I know that I am still low mileage but I want to be able to run that marathon non-stop and it's going to be a hilly course (San Francisco) which I am training for by running uphill. Also, what do you think of running 5x-6x a week? Thanks a lot.
Edited by shepard, 23 November 2007 - 02:24 AM.
Posted 19 November 2007 - 06:26 AM
I run some. I am up to around 6-8 miles, 3 times a week. (although I have been experimenting lately with different running schedules) The biggest problem I run into are minor ankle and leg injuries (shin splints, twisted ankles, etc). My left ankle is a bit sore right now for some reason that I can't figure.
Edited by shepard, 23 November 2007 - 02:25 AM.
Posted 19 November 2007 - 06:31 AM
I know that lots of people like to load up on carbs while training for endurance events (especially in the days leading up to the event itself) because of the way your body processes it. However, I am no expert, and since I am not currently training for a marathon (although I am thinking seriously about trying to do one in the future at some point), my regimen of eating/running would probably be different than what you are going for. (and I am no expert, so I would not want to recommend a wrong course of action)Good luck on the quitting smoking, by the way! That is probably the biggest thing you have to get over right now. (and the biggest thing holding you back until your lungs start to heal)
By the way, you mentioned calories, so I thought I would mention that most people think you burn a lot more calories than they actually do while running. Depending on weight, speed run, etc, for most people it is just a little over 100 calories (kilocalories) per mile run. (about in the 110-130 range per mile for most people) Lots of people tend to increase their food consumption more than they burn when they first start training until they realize this.
Thanks for the smoking encouragement. With regards to calories; do you think I should be limiting my calories when training for long distance running? I read somewhere that it's recommended to obtain at least 600 gs of carbs a day for optimum endurance. That's a lot of food and with my current meat-inclusive diet I can't get there without at least eating 4000 calories. I know that I am still low mileage but I want to be able to run that marathon non-stop and it's going to be a hilly course (San Francisco) which I am training for by running uphill. Also, what do you think of running 5x-6x a week? Thanks a lot.
As far as the hills, I know those can suck majorly, especially if there are some big ones on the course. I am sure there are some strategies out there on how to deal with them (how fast to run going up hill as opposed to downhill, etc), but again I am no help, haha. I used to run track and train 5x a week (sometimes 6x), but I would just say about that to listen to your body. If you start getting lots of small minor injuries, it is probably your body's way of telling you to back off a little. Unfortunately people (me especially) usually try to push themselves too hard when they are starting out, and your body can react badly to that. Always better to take a couple days off to let an injury heal than to try to run on it and do more damage. (at least in my experience)
Are you doing any type of a program? My brother runs marathons some and he has like a book with a certain eating program/running schedule (with weights and everything incorporated) written by some guy who I can't remember his name (some big time marathon runner who has won a lot) and he (my brother) has had good results with the program. I can ask him who the book is by if you are interested.
Edited by shepard, 23 November 2007 - 02:25 AM.
Posted 19 November 2007 - 06:46 AM
True, although there isn't really much of an area to bike close to where I live now. I could drive to go bike, but I like being able to step outside my door and start running. That, plus I travel a lot for work, and I can run anywhere I go just about, but I can't bring a bike with me on a plane very easily, haha. Those elliptical machines are good, too, for anyone looking for low impact training.I run some. I am up to around 6-8 miles, 3 times a week. (although I have been experimenting lately with different running schedules) The biggest problem I run into are minor ankle and leg injuries (shin splints, twisted ankles, etc). My left ankle is a bit sore right now for some reason that I can't figure.
That's the main reason why I decided to take up biking rather than running. With running, I am more concerned with how it will impact my joint condition later in life. Biking seems smoother on the body, plus more interesting, you can go faster and cover more ground.
Edited by shepard, 23 November 2007 - 02:26 AM.
Posted 19 November 2007 - 07:01 AM
Actually, I am trying an intermittent fasting program right now, but I haven't been doing it for very long (about a month so far), so I can't speak to the results yet:Thanks for sharing your advice. You do run 6-8 miles so I do believe you have credibility. How is your diet right now? Are you doing CR?
Yeah, you sound like you are doing all the right stuff. If you want to, you might could even run a little till you start to get tired (mile or whatever you can do), then walk a little while till you catch your breath again (keep moving so your musles don't tighten up, but just at a walking pace), then run another bit (another mile or whatever you feel you can handle), then walk, then run, etc.. I find I can usually go a lot further total distance if I do that. (of course if you are running a marathon, at some point you will have to string them together into one long run)Right now my biggest problem is just the lack of endurance probably due to smoking. My legs get sore but nothing too bad yet and I always do a warm up and cool down walk along with stretching so maybe that could explain the lack of injuries so far.
Sure thing. It may be a few days, but I am going to see him for Thanksgiving, so if I don't talk to him before that, I will be sure and ask him then. (nothing like stuffing your face and asking about exercise, right? haha)Yes if you could find out what book your brother used that would help especially since he already has marathons under his belt. Thanks!
Edited by shepard, 23 November 2007 - 02:27 AM.
Posted 19 November 2007 - 07:02 AM
True, although there isn't really much of an area to bike close to where I live now. I could drive to go bike, but I like being able to step outside my door and start running. That, plus I travel a lot for work, and I can run anywhere I go just about, but I can't bring a bike with me on a plane very easily, haha. Those elliptical machines are good, too, for anyone looking for low impact training.I run some. I am up to around 6-8 miles, 3 times a week. (although I have been experimenting lately with different running schedules) The biggest problem I run into are minor ankle and leg injuries (shin splints, twisted ankles, etc). My left ankle is a bit sore right now for some reason that I can't figure.
That's the main reason why I decided to take up biking rather than running. With running, I am more concerned with how it will impact my joint condition later in life. Biking seems smoother on the body, plus more interesting, you can go faster and cover more ground.
However, I personally believe that joint damage from running (if done properly) is a myth. Every study I have ever seen on the subject either shows no difference between runners and non-runners or shows a slight improvement because of running.
http://galloway.runn...running-ha.html
http://www.jaoa.org/.../full/106/6/342
...etc...
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min of 20 min runs and 40-50 min walks about 3x a week for the past month
Agreed, Asics have a great range, so are Brooks - go to a proper running shop and if they're any good they'll watch you run briefly and tell you if you have pronation issues and recommend if the type of shoe (motion, stability etc). Due to an inflamed plantar fascia (forms arch of the foor) I had a number of sessions with a podiatrist who was also an experienced athlete he rated both of these brands and also said to avoid Nike as you are paying for style over content. I just wear Nike's when I'm cycling or going to the pubI can tell you that the Asics Gel Kayano line is great for running
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I talked to him over the Thanksgiving holiday and he said the guy's name is Hal Higdon. There is a lot of information out there about him and programs (for different running events) that he has made up.Sure thing. It may be a few days, but I am going to see him for Thanksgiving, so if I don't talk to him before that, I will be sure and ask him then. (nothing like stuffing your face and asking about exercise, right? haha)Yes if you could find out what book your brother used that would help especially since he already has marathons under his belt. Thanks!
Posted 27 November 2007 - 07:12 PM
If you're going for a new shoe, you should get them from a shoe store. A good one will have equipment available to help you decide on what you want. If you're reordering, an online store would be fine.
Like some of the others, I've also used Asics and Brooks in the past and enjoyed them.
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Posted 28 November 2007 - 08:20 AM
What's your purpose of running and what distance are you into?
Running is great, long runs mostly IMO. I do it often when there's good weather.
Posted 28 November 2007 - 12:36 PM
It has only been the first month so I'm planning on being able to run the 26 miles non-stop by August - is this possible?
Posted 28 November 2007 - 05:35 PM
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