Platypus' Beginners Guide to Running

Martynt74 · 14 Sep 2020 at 16:32

I have one of those balance cushions for my balance board. They're tricky aren't they!

I see you have a spare bit of ply on the left there. It's worth sticking that on top of the cushion. It gives you a bit more area to stand on

Earth[Tera].bin · 14 Sep 2020 at 18:49

Yeah, definitely helping get some strength back in the ligaments. Was only £8 too..

That's actually got some cargo straps on it, use it for Nordic curls. Good suggestion though, cheers

neoboy · 15 Sep 2020 at 16:10

Milkybk said:
It was very beneficial for me and only took 5-10 minutes...

Sounds like something to invest in given the low cost.

Also question for long term and or heavy runners, does anyone take iron supplements?

ic1male · 25 Sep 2020 at 10:47

I am over the moon this morning. For the first time ever I ran 5000m non-stop with a time of 36'26". This time last year I was 4 stone heavier and couldn't walk uphill without coughing and wheezing at the top. What an amazing thing our bodies are.

Blackvault · 25 Sep 2020 at 11:09

ic1male said:
I am over the moon this morning. For the first time ever I ran 5000m non-stop with a time of 36'26". This time last year I was 4 stone heavier and couldn't walk uphill without coughing and wheezing at the top. What an amazing thing our bodies are.

Well done mate. The Human body is an amazing thing

Ian_Eb · 25 Sep 2020 at 11:26

Brilliant work. I am constantly surprised by how adaptable the body is.

ic1male · 25 Sep 2020 at 11:33

Thanks. And it's all down to NHS Couch 2 5K. It's been a brilliant programme.

AndyCr15 · 25 Sep 2020 at 12:13

Don't sell yourself short though

it's you, not the programme that has had the determination and will to do it. Well done. Some many think about it, but just can't do it.

I've spent a silly amount of money on Gore Wear this morning, readying for my general switch from cycling to running as it gets cold and wet

Ian_Eb · 25 Sep 2020 at 13:29

I ordered one of these for winter etc. https://bit.ly/33WvqOJ

SPG · 26 Sep 2020 at 13:45

Blackvault said:
Well done mate. The Human body is an amazing thing

Great effort and well done. Ease off the pace and tick that 10k now

AndyCr15 · 27 Sep 2020 at 07:41

I'm all set -

So, gloves (more for cycling but will use when running) shakedry jacket, tights (not sure about these, but they are really comfy and do feel warm) and base layer. Wore the base and jacket to commute on the bike yesterday and still impressed by Gore Wear.

The Darkness · 27 Sep 2020 at 08:46

Is that the R7 shakedry jacket? If so I think it's the perfect running shell. Packs down very small, totally waterproof, and slim fit. I also use it hiking and despite what gore say about not using it with a backpack, I have done so loads of times and it's still perfect.

AndyCr15 · 27 Sep 2020 at 09:35

Yes, it is. Interesting to know about the backpack. I often jog to the gym with a backpack on... I don't know if maybe the jogging would make it worse though, all the jiggling about!?

Itchytrigg · 27 Sep 2020 at 09:42

Passed the half way point on the Lands End to John O Groats virtual, currently passing through the lake district. Only 430 miles to go.

I was interested in that jacket till I saw the price, good thing it's waterproof to repel my tears! Any recommendations on a much cheaper running shell?

I am loving the cooled down weather, pace is up and heart rate is down. Now if we can just get the wind to stop that'd be ace.

Blackvault · 28 Sep 2020 at 10:17

Itchytrigg said:
Passed the half way point on the Lands End to John O Groats virtual, currently passing through the lake district.

Oh is this one of the sign-up, do your own running and get a medal at the end? Are they good? Do you find it gives you the motivation to go out running and are they worth it?

SPG · 28 Sep 2020 at 11:48

Surely only you can answer that. Virtual challenges are not that expensive in the grand scheme of things, pick a short one and see how it motivates you. Personally no medal in the world would make we want to go out running on a Saturday afternoon in dark January when its blowing a Hooley with driving rain

If it was cold and sunny not a problem

Itchytrigg · 28 Sep 2020 at 17:07

Blackvault said:
Oh is this one of the sign-up, do your own running and get a medal at the end? Are they good? Do you find it gives you the motivation to go out running and are they worth it?

It's from https://endtoend.run/, I forget who linked it originally now. They had big IT issues when lejog3 launched, it got over 3000 participants most signing up the 2 days prior to the start and they hadn't got the setup in place to manage the volumes of people trying to constantly log their millage. They employed some programmers to fix it all and it works very smoothly now and shows their interested in investing cash back into the business.

Personally, yes it's giving me the motivation to get out more and keep going, they send you postcards at around 100 mile intervals and the live map with all participants is kinda fun, just a shame most of the route is motorways. I am doing this in conjunction with stravas marathon training plans, onto my 2nd consecutive 3 month sessions now. Combined, it's enough to keep the legs turning over for now

To echo SPG, we'll see how I get on as winter actually sets in...I historically really struggle as it gets dark, cold and wet. Though I'm currently on track to finish late November so should finish before that hits me.

Blackvault · 28 Sep 2020 at 17:42

SPG said:
Surely only you can answer that. Virtual challenges are not that expensive in the grand scheme of things, pick a short one and see how it motivates you. Personally no medal in the world would make we want to go out running on a Saturday afternoon in dark January when its blowing a Hooley with driving rain If it was cold and sunny not a problem

Itchytrigg said:
It's from https://endtoend.run/, I forget who linked it originally now. They had big IT issues when lejog3 launched, it got over 3000 participants most signing up the 2 days prior to the start and they hadn't got the setup in place to manage the volumes of people trying to constantly log their millage. They employed some programmers to fix it all and it works very smoothly now and shows their interested in investing cash back into the business.

Personally, yes it's giving me the motivation to get out more and keep going, they send you postcards at around 100 mile intervals and the live map with all participants is kinda fun, just a shame most of the route is motorways. I am doing this in conjunction with stravas marathon training plans, onto my 2nd consecutive 3 month sessions now. Combined, it's enough to keep the legs turning over for now

To echo SPG, we'll see how I get on as winter actually sets in...I historically really struggle as it gets dark, cold and wet. Though I'm currently on track to finish late November so should finish before that hits me.

Thanks for the comments guys. I guess @SPG , you're right, only I can decide if they are worth it. I guess it would give me the motivation to get out there and run more as the weather turns. They don't look actually that badly priced! Thanks!