Run Forest! Run!

[Samcam1969]

Run Forest Run! Were the (helpful) words my teenage daughter shouted out the window at me this morning when she saw me set off this morning 😂. Even the swan that overtook me by the river on Saturday appeared to look at me with sympathy! Think he mistook me for a sloth.

I'm no Forest Gump (yet) boy, could he run! but I'm seriously thinking I need some decent trainers.

I can't seem to bend my ankles and I run so flat footed. As heavy as the Giant thudding along in Jack and the Beanstalk.

This morning was a challenge. I had a late night last night. A glass of wine. Woke up this morning, looked out the window saw the rain and thought, nah....

Then lept out of bed, and thought I can do this!

So I am pleased to report that I completed Week 1 Run 2. 😁

The replies I recieved on my first post definately encouraged me to keep going, so thanks everyone and enjoy your day!

[Rammy75]

Well done!

Have a look at getting a gait analysis and then getting some running shoes based on that, with the investment!

[Samcam1969 in reply to Rammy75]

Yes. Good advice. Others saying the same. Just found a store close by that does this.

[Sweatyfaced Graduate]

Try thinking about running on tiptoes if you find yourself slapping your feet down - every so often I notice I am stamping and imagining tiptoes works for me!

And btw, as you've only just started, slow is the order of the day. Slowly will get you over the finish line; you're doing brilliantly!

[Samcam1969 in reply to Sweatyfaced]

That is interesting. As a child I used to walk on tiptoe a lot! Thanks for message.

[Mand102 Graduate]

Well done to you for jumping out of your bed and getting out there.

[Samcam1969 in reply to Mand102]

It was a challenge!

[SuperMouse Graduate]

Well done!

[Samcam1969 in reply to SuperMouse]

Thank you

[Tbae]

Well done🌟👏👏

Make sure you compensate with plenty water and look after your hydration. Avoid tiredness on your run days.🤔🤔👏👏

Think about your flat foot as you call it 🤔as long as you are not heel striking, nothing wrong with maximising your landing area until your legs strength.Good load distribution.Avoid point loading.Plenty time for front foot , when your legs strengthen.Must be comfortable and do what is natural.🌟👏👏🏃‍♀️

Thudding not good.🙈Slow and steady taking in the extra oxygen and kissing the ground gently.Slow and steady is just the no brainer of this amazing programme.🌟👏👏

Just do it like your breathing.🌟👏👏

Of course get gait analysis and good shoes.🌟👏👏

[Samcam1969 in reply to Tbae]

Thank you, a lot of helpful advice.

[msanni]

You're well on your way. A few days rest and R3! Enjoy the rest. I now find days off make me restless so I'm doing strength training.

I stretch well after a run and that improves stiffness.

As for the daughter, when you've graduated, take her pocket money and make her chase you for it! 😁

[Samcam1969 in reply to msanni]

Haha brilliant idea!

[Elfe5 Graduate]

Hi Samcam, very well done, that’s great!

Definitely get gait analysis before buying running shoes. I waited until about W3/4 by which time I knew that I wanted to continue running & then invested in running shoes.

Lots of people wear a visor or baseball cap to keep the rain out of their eyes/ off their glasses.

Good luck with the next run. Keep posting, we will cheer for you! 😄

[Samcam1969 in reply to Elfe5]

Yes. I needed wiper blades on my glasses!

[Samcam1969 in reply to Samcam1969]

Where do you get a gait analysis done?

[TedG Graduate in reply to Samcam1969]

Morning Sam, well done getting out there this morning 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️😊

Re Gait Analysis, Best you go to a dedicated running shop, not the likes of Decathlon....do you have a Up&Running or Sweatshop in your area? They’re very helpful and will sort you out!

Decent Running shoes will be the best investment you’ll make!

Keep up the good work 😊

[Samcam1969 in reply to TedG]

Thanks. I have not heard of those stores, probably because I have never been sporty but will look on internet for my area. Thanks for information ☺

[Samcam1969 in reply to TedG]

There is a store close by to me!

[Flaraflarkin Graduate]

Get you Samcam!! Reluctant to run in the rain - you and me both! Bet you feel amazing now though! Keep at it 😊 You can do this!! X

[Samcam1969 in reply to Flaraflarkin]

Thank you. Yes I feel proud of myself as when I am not working, I am generally incredibly lazy.

[Flaraflarkin Graduate in reply to Samcam1969]

Haha procrastination is my middle name 😆

[Elfe5 Graduate in reply to Flaraflarkin]

I have a very light waterproof breathable jacket. I discovered that I love running in the rain as long as my torso is dryish! 😄

[Samcam1969 in reply to Elfe5]

Good idea. I will do the same.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Very well done you...

[Samcam1969 in reply to Oldfloss]

Thankyou!

[jan2563 Graduate]

I’ve just done w1r1 so am a newbie too. Well done!