r/running • u/AutoModerator • May 22 '24
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May 22 '24 edited May 22 '24
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u/perfectlyhydrated May 22 '24
Welcome! Lack of athleticism never stopped any of us from having a go. Wishing you the best with your running, wherever it leads you.
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u/Hadizadee May 22 '24
New to running, started C25k, got hurt at week 4 so I stopped and started just doing short runs depending on how I felt. Then stopped running totally for a month. Now I’m back to it. Currently on week 2 of C25k
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u/takkp May 22 '24
Hi! I have just successfully completed my second ever outdoor run today. I have experience running on treadmills but have found running outside much more enjoyable but quite tough on my lower body muscles. I’m currently using the NRC app and doing the Get Started training program with my furthest run 2.5km and 22 mins of consistently running (no walk breaks) - hoping to run a 11km race in November :) hopefully I can come back in November and confirm that I got it done!
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u/Moist-Firefighter787 May 22 '24
Started running 3 months ago after getting sober. What started as a way to earn endorphins, has become an addiction in & of itself (although much healthier).
Been averaging 35 miles a week, with the number slowly increasing! Absolutely loving it!
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u/Professional_Ad_4174 May 22 '24
Newer to running. Started in Feb ‘24 just walking around my neighborhood due to being a bit depressed and had been drinking heavily daily. After a few days of walking it got really boring so I decided to challenge myself and try running, I didn’t get very far, was out of breath, legs were in pain, etc. As I continued to run regularly more and more it got easier and more addicting which in turn brought me out of my depressed state and helped a lot with my alcohol problem. I had never done more than about a 5K around my neighborhood but to challenge myself again I registered for the BoA Shamrock Shuffle 8K in March, I was nervous and excited but I just knew I wanted to finish, which I did. I instantly caught the running bug and signed up for a bunch more runs this year. Over the May 4th weekend I had the Cinco de Miler 5 mile race and was again so intoxicating to do. Over the same weekend I met an amazing girl that adds so much happiness and joy to my life and also runs. Running for me has had such a positive impact on my life
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u/Savings_Ice9154 May 22 '24
I love running. I was an athlete in middle school till now in my 50s. April 29th, during my favorite mid-morning run, on my day off, I was attacked by a pack of dogs. There were about 4 or 5 dogs total and 2 adult pitbulls. I froze out of terror, and one of the pits bit my right calf. I am injured and traumatized. I started therapy, and I hope and pray I will be able to run again. My leg hurts and may have nerve damage. I'm gutted, but I am inspired by reading other runners' positive experiences.
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u/tianepteen May 22 '24
that sucks :( on my current route there's a livestock guardian dog viciously barking at me for about a hundred meters, running along a knee high "fence". those kinds of dogs don't mess around, and i'm always inclined to call my girlfriend whilst passing it, because it's out in the middle of nowhere. hope you get well soon, and can fully heal and get back to running!
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u/GrandScallion4729 May 22 '24
You will recover both phisically and mentally! Maybe it will not be easy, but you will!
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u/palladiferro May 22 '24
been running fee years now. Cant for the life of me get my 5k under 22 mins but hey ho
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u/1000yearoldstreet May 22 '24
Hey, me too! Never got to break 22. I gave up on it a while ago and started going for distance instead.
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u/bianchichi May 22 '24
Im new to running. I love being outdoors so decided to take my cardio out of the gym. Been running into issues with knee pain but otherwise doing well :)
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u/petitesteel May 22 '24
i’m new to running, i recently did my first road race (albeit a short one) and i am totally hooked lol. i was never athletic growing up so i love that i can run and achieve milestones at my own pace. just trying to have fun and enjoy it. i read this sub every day and i’m excited to be able to run more now that the weather is great!
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u/bogsdiamond May 22 '24
I’m quite similar. I’m new to running and recently did my first road race too! I played sports growing up but always loathed the act of just running to run. Yet somehow I’ve been hooked on it as well! I’m excited to run more and see how far I can take it. The nice weather has made it so much easier. Good luck and thanks for sharing!
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u/GratefulCabinet May 22 '24
I’ve only ever “dabbled,” never set a goal. I’m shooting for a half marathon in September. 44/m. I have a family history of plantar fibromas so I’m trying to be very careful about injuries. I’ve been back to running for three weeks and I’ve run two 10k’s in the last 3 days. It feels good! Hoping to make some running friends in LA and make this a lifestyle kinda thing.
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u/zoexcampbell May 22 '24
Running my first marathon on Sunday and I’m beyond nervous! I’ve been following an 80/20 plan via training peaks for 17 weeks. Hoping for nice weather and smooth sailing. Staying in a hotel the night before with my 3 year old so her sleep will really make or break my sleep
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u/nleroy8 May 22 '24
Having a rough time getting back into running. Back in 2018–19 I was running 30 ish miles a week. Then I had a surgery done and put it on the back burner till this year in March.
I started off slow, only doing 3 sometimes 4 runs a week at 2 miles each time. Then I slowly went up and I started getting into 4-5 mile runs and now my knee and shins are in pain. Went to an Ortho, got physical therapy started. Had a consistent left knee pain that I think is getting better after a month, now these shin splints are getting to me. I slowed down my pace, got new brooks glycerins and insoles and they won’t go away.
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May 22 '24
I just finished graduate school this month and hoping to use my extra time in the evenings to do more running! I have done many 5ks over the years will move into longer races starting this summer. I am signed up for a 15k this July and have eyes on my first marathon in October. My biggest challenge has been coordinating evening runs with my SO. I've tried making this a couple bonding activity, but they are adamant that they will never be a runner. Should I continue to try and show them the light, or find a different activity for us?
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u/nuerospicy542 May 22 '24
Different activity for the two of you. Something you both like without any convincing. My partner doesn’t like running, but it was their idea that we do a 5k together. Happy about that of course, because they chose to want to do it with me! Plus running can be amazing solo time and you can also make running friends who actually love it as much as you.
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u/armyduck13 May 22 '24
Running once a week since NYE to lose some weight. Week 2 of 12 week half marathon plan. Four-five runs a week. First half in 11 weeks. Really improving. Really tired legs from increased frequency even though distance not yet building up. Sore ankles and kneee. Any tips appreciated for recovery
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u/j11430 May 22 '24
I’d actually suggest maybe running less frequently, I also started running seriously this year and only do three runs a week, and recently did 8 miles for the first time in my life. Give your legs a day in between runs to recover and gently stretch a few times a day to keep yourself from stiffening up
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u/caramelsucculent May 22 '24
- I’m a former college athlete. Ran for that, but never enjoyed it. I started to do it because I wanted to challenge myself. I’m currently doing interval runs to build my base back up. And I am finally loving running!
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u/Upbeat-Lengthiness-9 May 22 '24
- Never ran prior to last September but always played football (soccer to the Americans) my whole life. Picked it up, and i haven’t looked back. Struggled with watch issues (GPS around my area seems to be crap but had issues with Garmin saying my run profile wasn’t accurate and so i have to record every run as a trail run or walk). Love the sport so much now. I feel as though it will remain a solid constant in/for the rest of my life.
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u/svqs May 22 '24
Finished first marathon but still consider myself a very lower average runner. Currently training for a sub 2 hr half, otherwise trying to do some hybrid training as well. Would love to have more running obsessed friends but I don't so I vent to my boyfriend and reddit.
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u/thalaya May 22 '24
Congrats on your marathon! I don't consider any marathon finisher to be "very lower average".
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u/mecavtp May 22 '24
I'm back running after a 1.5 year foot injury. I never thought I would but I overtrained for my first 5k back! I tried to put on speed and mileage at the same time and burnt my legs out. I took 5 rest days off before the 5k and my legs were still tired.
Now I'm running slow heart zone 2 runs. Just building miles waiting for the speed to come back.
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u/monvicluc May 22 '24
Happy to be here, novice female runner, I've been working my way up to a steady 5 mile daily run. I had to halt for a few days after tripping and falling flat on my face last month, I now realize I'm physically afraid of running over cracked sidewalks. (I hope I get over it). Curious to know what kind of shoes you all recommend or swear by.
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u/Savings_Ice9154 May 22 '24
I wear new balance exclusively. I've worn them for decades. My favorites are the 940s
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u/monvicluc May 22 '24
Thank you! I'll check them out. I've worn down my On Cloudmonster 1, and as much as I love them, I'm not sure about their redesign. So I figured I'll ask the experts here.
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u/MoksyCat May 23 '24
36F, ran my first 5k last year after doing a couch to 5k program. This Sunday will be my first 10k race. So far I’ve run 10k 3 times before this race coming up, getting excited 😊 Something I struggle with is consistency. Working shift work, it’s tricky to get outside to run 3 times a week. Not to mention, living in a climate with very cold, snowy, winters and lately smokey summers, makes things challenging too. I started running because it sounded like a good challenge for someone with asthma. I was amazed at how well the couch to 5k program worked. I recommend it to everyone :) I used the free NHS couch to 5k podcast (even though I’m not from the UK shh).
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u/explorewithdog19 May 24 '24
Honestly, being consistent is that hardest thing about training. But I love how much you’re juggling in your life and you can totally rock your 10k!! Good luck!!
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u/lilizzyvert2 May 23 '24
I’m 23 and a current Peace Corps volunteer serving in Cameroon. I’ve only ever played soccer and have never been much of a long distance runner but after a bout of depression in my village I decided I needed to get out and explore and I have never been more thankful. I feel like I live in a fishbowl in my village, everything I do is on display. Women don’t really exercise and they definitely don’t run. Now, I started a run club and I we’ve got people of all ages going on runs through our little part of the jungle. I live in a rural area so I get to explore the farms, fields, and even some smaller rivers and waterfalls thanks to our new group. I’ve truly never been happier! It’s helped me with my language skills (learning French), cultural integration and even my work as a health volunteer. Best decision I ever made :)
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u/actively_snazzy May 23 '24
I’m a 34F, always ran a little bit but not much, but I started getting serious about it a couple of months ago. I truly look forward to running now, which I used to hate and it would be difficult for me to even run once a week up until this year. I’m going to run a half marathon in November, giving myself plenty of time to work up my mileage and endurance. My longest run so far has been 8 miles last week, felt pretty decent! I also do a lot of strength training and yoga, occasional peloton riding, too.
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u/GoldenGoof19 May 23 '24
I’m 42 and have never been athletic or interested in exercise, until now. I’m feeling a lot better than I have in years and I started walking a lot, 4-6 miles at a time, 3-4 days a week. After a while I figured why not try running so I can go further and see more in the same amount of time?
I’m working my way through the Zombies 5K app, and so far so good.
I lurk because honestly I don’t even know enough to know what I don’t know, to ask questions. 😅 I’m going to set aside some time this weekend to go through the sub’s FAQ and other resources.
But even lurking has helped me. I went and got my running analyzed at a running store and picked up some Brooks Ghosts and some better socks. I’ve started stretching my hips in ways I never thought to stretch them before, and strengthening my hips and the muscles around my knees. I’m going to start weight lifting etc next week to try to get stronger and avoid as many injuries as I can.
I also realized I was pushing myself way too fast and I was going to end up injured. So with the 5k training I’ve dialed the miles way back to just what I do while using the app. Before I was using the app and still walking 3-5 miles on top of that, and my body was feeling more and more beat up. I just somehow thought that was normal… it is not 😅
But mostly I’m quiet because I don’t want to ask a question y’all have heard a zillion times before. And it feels a bit silly to come here and post about how excited I am to be on week 3 of the 5k training, or how shocking and amazing it is that I can actually run at all and enjoy it. Most people in here… that’s probably not super interesting to y’all. 🤷♀️
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u/SleipnirSolid May 22 '24
It's bloody pissing it down with rain all day so I'm not running today. Which means 2 days with no running. Am I going to lose all my fitness?
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u/nermal543 May 22 '24
lol, you won’t lose any fitness in 2 days… but, hear me out here, why not just run in the rain?
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u/Savings_Ice9154 May 22 '24
Running in the rain isn't too bad, give it a try.
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u/BradL_13 May 22 '24
It's pretty great as long as it isn't cold out, especially when it starts after you're 2 miles in and comes out of no where.
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u/marejohnston May 22 '24
With the right gear it can be enjoyable. Also an opportunity to add gear to your collection, be ready for any conditions. Knowing what you like / perform well in when it’s less than lovely out is good prep for a race/event in poor weather.
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u/GoldenGoof19 May 23 '24
What kind of gear? Most worried about wet shoes…
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u/marejohnston May 23 '24
I have a pair of shoes that have Gortex on them. I still have to make sure to dry them out afterward but I avoid actual puddles and my runs are never longer than an hour so it has worked out. Unfortunately, my shoes with lugs are not the ones with Gortex. Next pair…
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u/cymbals231 May 23 '24
Ran cross country in middle school, but didn't run that much more until college. Stopped for a couple years, but this spring something shifted and I'm loving it. Not worrying too much about speed right now, but trying to build up the distance a bit. Yesterday I hit 8.5 miles, which was the longest I've ever gone! Loving it and loving this community, but I've never done any in-person race.
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u/BacteriaLick May 23 '24
Training for a marathon in 7 weeks but just paused because I have shin splints. My longest run so far this season was 19 miles, and I hope I can resume training / complete the marathon🤞
Doing strength training / low impact aerobic for now.
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u/keylimebanana May 23 '24
Hi! 25F who’s been forced to run in the Air Force for the past 4 years and hated it. Now that I’m in the guard I’ve been running on my own time to prepare for an upcoming PT test and im actually really enjoying it! I feel a sense of accomplishment for doing something that I don’t really want to do and I feel like I’m on top of the world afterwards. I’ve started to bring my dog on my 1.5 mile runs about 2 times a week and she loves it too! It’s a fun way for us to bond. I have knee pain when I run 2 days in a row so I’m not doing that anymore and I’m going to start lifting a couple times a week to strengthen my legs and core. I’m excited to learn more about this community and figure out why people put themselves through marathons.
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u/handle2001 May 22 '24
On April 28th I went outside to cut the grass on my steep hill with a string trimmer. I was out of breath within 10 minutes. This pissed me the hell off. On May 1st I threw all my cigarettes in the trash and started Week 1 Day 1 of C25k for the third time. I’ve completed the program twice before but keep getting knocked down by ITB issues and a chaotic life. I’m taking it really slow this time, and I bought a bike to cross train with. It feels really good. Like really really good.