Any Runners On Here??

[VamP]

We appear to have more competitive runners than we do cyclists on this forum

 

[User169]

Been trying to get into running on and off for a couple of years, but continually go too hard too fast so get injured. When I first started a couple of years ago, I was getting calf and achilles probs. That seems to have settled down now, but recently did something disastrous to my groin. I had to crawl up the stairs for a couple of days, but it finally seems to be healing, so hope to get back into it soon.

In 2011, I did a half marathon in 1:53 (well the official recorded time is 0:53 because we started at 2am on Oct 30). Got that down to 1:40 about a month ago and feel that there's more. Frankly, it's all a bit depressing given that I once ran 1:23:30, although I was somewhat younger and lighter then.

Current targets: 5km 21m, 10km 45m and 1/2marathon 1:35.

It's a good sport though. The children love athletics and are keen runners..

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[rich p]

I had to give up running due to a hip issue but I loved it. Cycling is great and has been my saviour since, but running was easier to just do, and fit in when the kids were young.

 

[smutchin]

I did for a long time too. The answer in my has been the combination of running longer distances at relaxed pace and training for speed with a club, and particularly on the track...

Agreed on the "longer runs at relaxed pace" thing - my 5km race pace has noticeably improved since I introduced my semi-regular 10km lunchtime runs (which I usually do at around 5.30-6min/km). Adding in a bit of focused speed work sounds like a good idea too. I've tried intervals a few times but since I don't have convenient access to a track or club, I need to improvise a bit.

I'm not far off though - on a good day, with favourable conditions and a fast course, I reckon I could crack it without too much trouble (PB is currently 20.15). And now the triathlon is out of the way, I can concentrate on it fully as my main goal for the next couple of months...

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Been down to Penistone earlier this evening to run the 'Trunce' (7th/9 rounds)

http://www.undeadmonkey.org.uk/trunce/category/latest-news/

A bit damp in places, but the River Don was still fairly low, for the crossings/wadings

Quite suprisingly, despite my poor performance (lack of training due to injury), I felt okay!
The results show 66th/138 @ 35:40, & my best time this year - again, due to injury

( PB = 31:03)


Spotted Richard Asquith by crossing 1 taking pics, but they're not uploaded yet

http://www.flamingphotography.co.uk/

 

[Flying_Monkey]

I had to give up running due to a hip issue but I loved it. Cycling is great and has been my saviour since, but running was easier to just do, and fit in when the kids were young.

As the father of a 3-year old, I agree on the latter. I can't just go off riding for 6 hours anymore. But I can go running for an hour. And, if I hadn't been a cyclist for my entire life I don't think my knees would ever have recovered from the abuse they took from judo and football.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

We appear to have more competitive runners than we do cyclists on this forum

I only started running in late 2007, as I was Cyclo-crossing then, & was losing time on any running sections, so I thought I'd better do something about it......

The fell-running/XC came a bit later, as I was used to the mud/wet/cold with the cross

 

[dan_bo]

We appear to have more competitive runners than we do cyclists on this forum

A good few years ago I was doing a job over in Saskatoon, and was doing a bit of jogging/running to stave off the beer and crap food. The customer mentioned he did a bit of running and suggested I went along to the club meet tomorrow night. I agreed.

He didn't mention that he was one of the worlds' fastest practicing 100M sprint vetrans in the world.

I couldn't walk properly for a few days afterwards.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Spotted Richard Asquith by crossing 1 taking pics, but they're not uploaded yet

http://www.flamingphotography.co.uk/

They are now.......

 

[Surrey]

Used to run until late April, did London in 3 05. Unfortunately have had shin splints since early April so my running days are over. Hence decided to give cycling a go instead.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Ran the 8th (of 9) 'Trunces' last night

Despite the lack of fitness, and knee 'niggle' (due to altered gait/stride, compensating for the Plantar Fasciitis), I knocked almost 1:40 off my race 7 time, which both surprised, & made me happy!!!

At long last, perhaps the foot(& knee!) are improving??

Seemed okay on this evenings club-run too!


However, I'm not counting those egg-laying feathered things before I get too happy

I am,though, targeting a race in October as a test/'come-back' to (hopefully) fitness, it is the;

http://woodentops.org.uk/index.php?topic=withins&subtopic=home

 

[Flying_Monkey]

I was on holiday on the Izu peninsula last week and actually got to run some beautiful coastal trails. Anyone who has been to Japan will know that a lot of the coast is very steep and rocky and so are the paths, so this was hard work, especially in 35 degrees C + and high humidity. It certainly did me good though - I felt comfortable running about 5 minutes faster than I have been for my 11k training route in Tokyo yesterday.

 

[bozmandb9]

Where?
What distance?
Road, 'Trail', or Fell-Races?

(Anyone local to me??)

Does sprinting count? 100, 200 and 400m, I'd be fascinated to hear from any other sprinters!

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Does sprinting count? 100, 200 and 400m, I'd be fascinated to hear from any other sprinters!

Of course it does, but I will admit to avoiding our track sessions - when we use the field belonging to the big School in the village

 

[User169]

Finally seem to be recovering from a groin strain: been doing some gentle 5k runs, but managed a hilly 8,5k today and not feeling it too much.

Have also just started running in a much lighterweight shoe - Kinvara 4's. Really enjoying running in them.