Any Runners On Here??

[Flying_Monkey]

I just came back from running the Mitake-san trail run: 15km of paths and trails around a shrine and temple complex in the mountains west of Tokyo. Right from the start it was serious, with the first 5km being basically all tight uphill hairpins up towards the village around Mitake-san. Most people take the funicular, that passes over the path at one point... And that was merely the beginning... leaving Mitake-san itself, we were off in the woods running narrow trails, criss-crossing back and forward over streams on big stepping stones and, after the highest point in the race, there were a couple of insanely steep descents with big rocks and gnarly tree roots. And then finally, we got back to Mitake-san, and just when we had nothing more left, there was the climb to the shrine itself: four flights of stairs lined with spectators that make you feel like your are on the finale of a mountain stage in the Tour de France (but without a bike!). Even so, most people couldn't do more than walk. But it was a blast and I absolutely loved it! I'm feeling a bit more like properly fit now and, although the results aren't confirmed yet, I dragged my 41-year old body around the course in about 1 hour, 35 minutes and I reckon I was in the top 10% of the c.800 people who started. The winner ran about 1.05!!!

 

[skyair]

I just ran my first 14 miles and feel well happy

 

[Rhythm Thief]

Did the Hereford Santa 10k on Sunday. Both I and the other half went out on the pop on Saturday and woke up feeling a bit grim, so it was a bit of a surprise to find ourselves even managing to make the start! I'm glad we did though, it was a grand day and a nice course on the lanes around Hereford. 54.57 for me. Running is a great hangover cure.

 

[Justiffa]

I used to run daily a couple of years back and it made me feel pretty darn good about myself. then I had plantar fasciitis, turned to cycling and somehow my running took a backseat however much I now love love love cycling, I have come to realize tht running has its own special place in my life - its a key ingredient in keeping me fit, happy & healthy.

To get back on track, I recently enrolled in a 5 week runner's programme aimed at improving a runner's strength & endurance thru personal training & guidance. the first session was a blast... hopefully it'll be just the catalyst I need to mobilize me back into action

That's me in blue right beside my running coach (extreme right)

 

[Flying_Monkey]

although the results aren't confirmed yet, I dragged my 41-year old body around the course in about 1 hour, 35 minutes and I reckon I was in the top 10% of the c.800 people who started. The winner ran about 1.05!!!

Results are out now - turns out there were actually over 1300 starters in the race, although almost 300 dropped out and over 50 finished outside the time limit. Of the 1000 finishers, I was 159th in 1.37.07. Really quite pleased with that, and I would be very happy to do this race every weekend, I enjoyed it so much.

 

[smutchin]

Had a painful attack of paresthesia in my left foot while out running yesterday lunchtime. Weird. I've never had that before. Anyone else ever have this problem? Any idea about likely causes? My best guess would be that my shoes were too tight, but I was wearing the same shoes I usually use, which have elasticated laces, so maybe my feet were swollen, which is possibly more worrying - sounds almost like sypmtoms of thrombosis or compartment syndrome...

Anyway, I bought some new running socks this morning, long ones with calf support, which may or may not make a difference. We shall see. If it recurs, I shall go to the doctor.

 

[Flying_Monkey]

Had a painful attack of paresthesia in my left foot while out running yesterday lunchtime. Weird. I've never had that before. Anyone else ever have this problem? Any idea about likely causes? My best guess would be that my shoes were too tight, but I was wearing the same shoes I usually use, which have elasticated laces, so maybe my feet were swollen, which is possibly more worrying - sounds almost like sypmtoms of thrombosis or compartment syndrome...

Anyway, I bought some new running socks this morning, long ones with calf support, which may or may not make a difference. We shall see. If it recurs, I shall go to the doctor.

Hmm. I've only ever got that with shoes that were two small and you say you can rule that out. I tend to wear compression socks on any longer runs and in tri's to help make sure I don't get any swelling. I can only say 'so far so good'...

 

[smutchin]

I wouldn't totally rule it out - although I've been using these shoes for a good 18 months and have never had this problem before, they've always been on the snug side. I have a feeling it may be other problems (ie in my calf) having a knock-on effect by causing foot swelling.

Actually, tell a lie - I have problems with foot numbness with these shoes once before, but I put that down to wearing thicker than usual socks.

Must get some compression socks.

 

[Tommy2]

Are you due a new pair?

 

[smutchin]

Are you due a new pair?

Sounds like a perfect excuse, doesn't it?

Dear Father Christmas...

 

[User169]

Last half marathon of the year today and last chance to run inside 1:35. Chilly, sunny and not too windy by the look of it, so good running weather.

Edit: arse! 1:35:14

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Are you due a new pair?

I know I am, I've asked the mobile shop that will be attending 'Auld Lang Syne' to bring me some of their Pro-Strike to look at (worth looking at, for £40 pair!)

http://www.rundirect.co.uk/

Anyone tried the MoreMiles road shoes yet?? (I have a pair of their Cheviot fell-shoes)


Did Pontefract ParkRun this morning, not a good result/place.
I had wanted to finish the year with a PB (& break 21:00)
Started too far back, & coupled to a hectic day at work yesterday, it just wasn't my day.
Oh well!!!!

37/181 @ 22:01

 

[Tommy2]

I haven't done anything this week, no swimming or even bike commute (although partly because ive had other reasons to need to take the car) got up early Monday for a run, was planning 10k route with a few hills, got 2k in and wasn't feeling great so switched 5k route, got 3k in and came to a slight incline, really couldn't get a good lung full of air so walked it back home

would have been no problem with a head cold but this is the first time in years it has started on my chest so not worth it, feels like its moving off my chest up to my head now though so should be on for next week.

Also the first couple of Saturday mornings I haven't been busy and I've been to ill to parkrun!
Bit of a rant but its so frustrating.

 

[Rhythm Thief]

I had to force myself out of the door this morning ... slow slow slow when I eventually got going. 6.5k in about 35 minutes, and it hurt too! Still, I'm glad I made the effort.

 

[Flying_Monkey]

I've been taking a week off too - I just can't seem to get up in the morning at the moment. So I've started running in the evening instead this week. After taking a relative novice runner out for 5k in just under 40 minutes yesterday, I put in a bit more of an effort today and ran my 7.5k training route in about 32 minutes. It's my club's monthly 5k time trial tomorrow - I hope to get as near to 19 minutes as possible.