So..... running - Page 83

Desmo · 20-04-2011, 09:28

This is what worries me MB, I may be able to do the 5km, but I'm way off the 30 minutes at the moment. Yes, I'm putting everything against myself with the running at the moment what with doing it after training, on a treadmill in bog standard gym trainers, but I'm not sure how much better I'll get.

Still, it's a nice little challenge

Kitten · 20-04-2011, 09:30

Better than me Jamie, I can barely walk when I've finished a gym session.

I'm amazed what a difference the right trainers make. When I found mine, hiding in the wardrobe, I slipped them on that night it was SO much easier. Well worth anyone who hasn't, getting a pair fitted properly.

Desmo · 20-04-2011, 09:47

You'll get there T, just takes time

My problem is....I'm not a natural runner. I know people think that because we're down the gym so often I should be fit, but we just don't do this type of cardio at all and I've always struggled with running, having only ever run 6-7km in the past.

I think I might take my runners with me tomorrow night and see how I get on. I know it will make a big difference, but I wonder how big?

Matblack · 20-04-2011, 11:08

I know what you mean, when I was lifting in my twentys I did a lot of high intensity interval training and although I was fit I still couldn't have run very far, most of the HIIT I did was on a cross trainer and it was a very different type of fitness I had, much more explosive, sprint fitness than endurance and despite being cardio I was relying on my strength a lot.

I have little doubt you'll be able to run a 30 minute 5k Jamie but obviously a bit of training won't hurt

MB

Kitten · 20-04-2011, 12:10

I'm more about the cardio than the training. But I was really into it last year. Just shocking how hard it is when you're getting back into it. Still, it gets much better, much faster.

lostkat · 21-04-2011, 05:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by Desmo

My problem is....I'm not a natural runner.

The thing is Jamie that I just don't buy that

I wasn't a 'natural' runner either 3 years ago. I am certainly not your typical runner shape and when people find out that I do run they're usually quite surprised. However, with 3 marathons under my belt I can say that I definitely AM a runner.

Matt - Do not let that hill beat you. It's all in your head. Grit your teeth and slow down until you almost feel like you're at walking pace, but keep with the running action. You WILL get there. Varying the route does keep it interesting though. I love planning new routes on map my run or with my OS map

Mondo · 23-04-2011, 14:25

Right, I got a pair of Nike with Nike + logo on it, there is a hole in the sole in one of the shoe. So I guess I need a Nike + dongle to go in it. So I need an armband too? I am going to use my phone.

Anyone got any tips on using it? Does it matter what music I use?

BBx · 23-04-2011, 17:53

Apparently you cant play Drum n Bass or Techno on those things Ray as the bass makes u fall over...

29m 15secs lovely gym here! Everything in Spanish tho lol. oh & treadmill has personalised facial air con!

BB x

Kitten · 23-04-2011, 19:12

^^ ours have that too! Lovely little fan right at the top of the treadmill

Ray, you use the wireless in-shoe sensor. Know a few people who have it with mixed reviews. Some think it's awesome, others say it doesn't record the distance properly. I've got a pair of Nike's that have the fitting in the sole too, will be interested to see what you think.

Matblack · 24-04-2011, 10:01

I can't see anything which Nike+ can do which Runkeeper can't exxcept cadance, distance calculations won't be as accurate as GPS. I understand the online software is very good though, probably more polished than runkeeper, the other thing which it does offer is heart rate monitor integration which is a pain in the arse with iPhone as you need a dongle, iPhone Bluetooth doesn't support any HRMs :/

MB

20-04-2011, 09:28	#821
Desmo The Last Airbender Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pigmopad Posts: 11,915	This is what worries me MB, I may be able to do the 5km, but I'm way off the 30 minutes at the moment. Yes, I'm putting everything against myself with the running at the moment what with doing it after training, on a treadmill in bog standard gym trainers, but I'm not sure how much better I'll get. Still, it's a nice little challenge __________________

20-04-2011, 09:30	#822
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	Better than me Jamie, I can barely walk when I've finished a gym session. I'm amazed what a difference the right trainers make. When I found mine, hiding in the wardrobe, I slipped them on that night it was SO much easier. Well worth anyone who hasn't, getting a pair fitted properly. __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher

20-04-2011, 09:47	#823
Desmo The Last Airbender Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pigmopad Posts: 11,915	You'll get there T, just takes time My problem is....I'm not a natural runner. I know people think that because we're down the gym so often I should be fit, but we just don't do this type of cardio at all and I've always struggled with running, having only ever run 6-7km in the past. I think I might take my runners with me tomorrow night and see how I get on. I know it will make a big difference, but I wonder how big? __________________

20-04-2011, 11:08	#824
Matblack Baby Bore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Svalbard Posts: 9,770	I know what you mean, when I was lifting in my twentys I did a lot of high intensity interval training and although I was fit I still couldn't have run very far, most of the HIIT I did was on a cross trainer and it was a very different type of fitness I had, much more explosive, sprint fitness than endurance and despite being cardio I was relying on my strength a lot. I have little doubt you'll be able to run a 30 minute 5k Jamie but obviously a bit of training won't hurt MB __________________ "we had roots that grew towards each other underground, and when all the pretty blossom had fallen from our branches we found that we were one tree and not two"

20-04-2011, 12:10	#825
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	I'm more about the cardio than the training. But I was really into it last year. Just shocking how hard it is when you're getting back into it. Still, it gets much better, much faster. __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher

23-04-2011, 14:25	#827
Mondo Absinthe Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,174	Right, I got a pair of Nike with Nike + logo on it, there is a hole in the sole in one of the shoe. So I guess I need a Nike + dongle to go in it. So I need an armband too? I am going to use my phone. Anyone got any tips on using it? Does it matter what music I use? __________________ My Website / MSN / Email / Flickr / Blog

23-04-2011, 17:53	#828
BBx Reverse SuBo Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: London Posts: 8,673	Apparently you cant play Drum n Bass or Techno on those things Ray as the bass makes u fall over... 29m 15secs lovely gym here! Everything in Spanish tho lol. oh & treadmill has personalised facial air con! BB x

23-04-2011, 19:12	#829
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	^^ ours have that too! Lovely little fan right at the top of the treadmill Ray, you use the wireless in-shoe sensor. Know a few people who have it with mixed reviews. Some think it's awesome, others say it doesn't record the distance properly. I've got a pair of Nike's that have the fitting in the sole too, will be interested to see what you think. __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher

24-04-2011, 10:01	#830
Matblack Baby Bore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Svalbard Posts: 9,770	I can't see anything which Nike+ can do which Runkeeper can't exxcept cadance, distance calculations won't be as accurate as GPS. I understand the online software is very good though, probably more polished than runkeeper, the other thing which it does offer is heart rate monitor integration which is a pain in the arse with iPhone as you need a dongle, iPhone Bluetooth doesn't support any HRMs :/ MB __________________ "we had roots that grew towards each other underground, and when all the pretty blossom had fallen from our branches we found that we were one tree and not two"