Wk5/2 I thought running would just cost me a decent pair of trainers, This is my personal thought ... Opinion
I got to week 4 and started to have injury problem
Tried stretches , etc
I am determined to complete this ,
Gym Ball , mat ... Massage roller , plus new trainers , running gear £££
Wednesday last week last run ... So Thursday this Wk5/2 great to be outside very apprehensive ... Scared in fact 😔the thought that I would injure myself again was in my mind (so I did so many stretches , warm ups , foam rolls ) one of my reason I started this was to be able to do 5min warm up run/walk cool down /done ?? 😳
Should of been approaching week 7
As it is I am on 5/3
I am little disappointed but at least I am still here🤔
20 Minute run next , last time I ran for 20 Minutes was 1975 😳
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The only piece of equipment that will prevent injury is the grey lump between your ears, no amount of money spent on trainers will help.
If your finding you have to do excessive stretching and foam rollering it's likely your going too fast and hurting yourself. Assuming your not overweight(if you are lose some weight), you probably just need to slow down a bit.
No I didn't say anything about shoes, and sorry if I came off as harsh. Maybe tough love though. For the type of running you are doing you don't really need expensive trainers yet. Studies have shown there is zero correlation between gait analysis and injury reduction, a lot of people on here will find that hard to accept but it is true, that's not to say there is no value in gait analysis as a science but unfortunately what is pedalled in most shoe shops is psuedoscience by people who are not trained podiatrists. They may come to a good judgement call but equally they may not. What has been proven is that comfort does help reduce incidence of injury so buying shoes that feel comfortable and feel like they support you well is actually more important. Injuries come from pounding and twisting as you run, motions that are reduced as your weight reduces, hence why I suggested if you need to lose a bit then spend your money there rather than on shoes, if not then try to improve your running action and the best way I can think for you to do that is slow down a bit.
If your currently running in crocs or clogs or such like, by all means buy some running shoes, but a comfy karrimor pair from sports direct for £20-30 may well be ideal for you.
No amount of money spent on trainers will help is what you said ? The only piece of equipment that will prevent injury is the grey lump between your (my) ears 😳🙄🤔😡😤
I know what you mean, however I think once your fitness is at the right level you won't need as many "accessories" and it will just be a case of walk, run, walk, done.
Shoes, yes, you'll always need good shoes. Gear? Well the reality is we can run in a t shirt or fleece and leggings, it's just very easy to get drawn into the world of runners fashion.
It's just the way things are now, we take up a new hobby, we must buy all the "right" stuff to make ourselves feel more likely to succeed. It can be part if the motivation, after all if we've invested more than just time we have to try a little bit harder or risk wasting that investment...
T-shirt will stick to you with sweat and chill you as cotton is the worst thing to wear for activity, especially in the cold. Your fleece will make you sweat five minutes into the run and will end up tied round your waist , annoying you at every stride (been there, done that - quickly swapped it for a light weight running jacket bought for very little on ebay).leggings also cotton mix. Lycra is light, supportive, highly visible, especially at night, and wicks sweat away from you so you dont get chafed. These things begin to show their valueas you begin running for over 30 minutes at a time. Running gear doesnt have to be expensive. Aldi, for example, do it very cheaply indeed.
The technical running shirts can be really nice to run in, but if you ever anticipate that you'll be running fun runs and races, don't buy too many. They're often given with the entry, I have more shirts than I'll ever wear out.
Oh har jolly har 😜 He’s referring to my three pairs of running shoes and drawer full of lycra Jen58 . And Im not the only one. I wont mention by name (that’s you Hidden Im not referring to by name) who drew the following to my attention - I mean, how could anyone resist unicorn running leggings ... not that Ive bought any yet, being still in recovery from the purple starry leggings. tikiboo.co.uk/
I'm wondering what footwear you are buying if you are saying 'trainers'? Covers a multitude of sins, some not really designed for running. (I'd be the last to say you have to have found the perfect shoe before you start.
If you think running's expensive, try cycling!
But there can be expenses... and you've not even mentioned getting professional input into your injury yet and seeing a physio or sports therapist... it may be that some of the things you have been doing are more harmful than helpful.
A friend of mine (who swims) pointed out the cost of a pair of running shoes per run really isn't much.
You'll get there if you stick at it. What's a few extra weeks in the grand scheme of it all? Just hang on in there and try not to overthink stuff.
If you've picked up a niggle, try taking an extra rest day. If that doesn't lead to improvement, perhaps a trip to the doctor to rule out anything more serious.
For most beginners, a brisk walk before running is sufficient warm up. Later, when you're running regularly that will probably become a gentle jog with dynamic stretching.
Likewise, a stretchy walk or slow jog is usually enough for the cool down. I know a lot of people go in for all kinds of stretching exercises, rollers etc but personally I can't be doing with all that faff. A good hot shower and some warm, comfortable clothing does it for me.
On the subject of kit, well, that's what birthdays and Christmas are for! A decent pair of well fitting, comfortable running shoes and whatever sports clothing you can cobble together is enough to start with.
I'm trying to feed in additional exercises---my hips are going and I need to do some strength work so I'll probably end up buying all that stuff anyway.
My main expense has been buying running shoes from a proper running shop as I'm a bit worried about my knees, but what with some gear from TKMaxx and a couple of accessories I'm good for another year.
Going forward I reckon this might cost me £2 a week, less if I can replace the shoes cheaply from the internet.
But I see "toys" as mainly motivational items--if a snazzy new t-shirt or a gadget will keep me running, I'm buying it!
My osteopath has shown me what to do with a tennis ball and a stubby deodorant bottle, you don’t need expensive gadgets. You could spend a small fortune should you wish but there is no need. I do have a penchant for nice running gear and I love Sweaty Betty but it costs an arm and a leg.....
I tried tennis ball also but must say the foam roller works for me ,
Newbies in any sport are often unkindly labelled as having ‘all the gear and no idea’. Obviously good shoes are the minimum. Aside from that you just need comfy clothes and some way of listening to the app. However it is nice to have gear that makes you feel good and increases confidence. As you progress you might want a tracker of some kind and a second pair of shoes for alternate runs. My most recent purchase is a running dog lead, which was necessary while I was on holiday but that was a further £35 in my running spend....
Oh yes a means of carrying stuff is a good idea too....
On the other hand, Ive seen people refusing to buy proper running shoes and slogging on in old trainers, but thinking nothing of splurging £50 on a night out. It’s a matter of priorities. I have three pairs of running shoes, two road which I rotate, due to old serious leg injuries, which means it’s preferable for me to stress alternate areas of my legs, and one pair of trail shoes which can also be worn on the road. I do have more than one pair of running bottoms and two tops, several pairs of running socks, and a wind and shower proof light jacket. The tops and bottoms are wicking material that keeps you warm/cool and dry. Each garment was bought after wearing everyday alternatives and finding them lacking in some way. For example, i wore a lightish everyday jacket but was getting hot five minutes into a run and having to tie it round my waist. The running jacket is paper thin but keeps wind and rain out and allows sweat to escape, keeping me dry. Running tops soon show their value when you have run in a cotton t-shirt that stays wet and clammy. All the gear will last years and not need replacing for a very long time. There is a reason other than vanity that almost every runner you see is wearing lycra and other running gear. It keeps you warm/cool, comfortable, visible and safe.
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That and the multi million pound industry that needs constant feeding....
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You can buy running gear for very little. A whole running outfit can cost a few £££. Mind you, teh expensive stuff is veey nice 😍😍😍😍😍
Fantastic, well done! It will get easier from now on - except watch for week six, seems easy but is tougher than it looks. All plain sailing after that. Youre doing really well 😊
Ha ha! So did I I started in the kit I had. I thought it was going to be a cheap sport and I would never - never! - waste petrol by getting in the car to drive to somewhere to run. Right...
At Week 3 I was crying with pain in my shins. I went for gait analysis, came away with very expensive shoes and no more pain (so I disagree with the people who say it doesn't matter - it made a difference to me). Even now, it takes a long time to find the right pair of new shoes.
A bra is key and I won't wear any but ShockAbsorber - but I know what style and size and buy them from eBay.
You do need leggings and tops suitable for running, but plenty of places such as the supermarkets, Primark etc. sell cheap kit that is excellent. Cotton is heavy and holds the sweat in.
You can record your distance etc. on your phone for free using Strava, Runkeeper, or one of the many other apps.
I now spend a lot of money on clothing, gadgets, race entries, travel, physio etc. but none of it is strictly necessary (well, the physio perhaps). A word of caution about stretching before a run - make sure they are the right stretches because otherwise you'll do yourself more harm than good. There's a pinned post I think.
Aaaaaand... you're doing great! Yes, you might have to slow down a bit - so what? It took me 50 runs not the standard 27 to complete C25K. I am still slow. I will never run 5k in 30 minutes. But nearly 6 years on I am still running, I have made many new friends, I have run in other countries and met online C25K friends there, I have entered races and come away with bling, and my health is greatly improved. Keep going. You will complete and you are doing brilliantly. Happy running
Definitely agree about the caution about pre-exercise stretches... and must clarify about the footwear not mattering... they *do* matter if you have a problem with them, then they need changing. (I wish it wasn't so random... I can run in sandals and walking boots without a problem (should I be taken with a sudden opportunity) but the first pair of trail running shoes I was carefully fitted with, complete with video gait analysis and insoles made my knees knock together and worse... the second were very heaven)
Merrells. Bare Access Arc 4. Never had Merrells but word is they are slightly less godawful in the ethics department (oh the irony of buying them from Amazon but again... free to me)
But all my running shoes really need ditching so will likely be spending my own money as I like to have at least two pairs.
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