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Getting into running questions
Posted on 11/7/21 at 7:51 pm
Posted on 11/7/21 at 7:51 pm
Looking to add 2-3 running days into my workout mix. Currently I’m in the gym 3 days a week, chest/tris, back/bis, and a body weight only full body workout. Sometimes I’ll mix in 15 to 30 minutes of cardio first. Then I ride my bike 30 minutes to an hour 1 to 2 times a week and walk around the neighborhood sometimes.
1. Best shoes for a beginner with flat feet?
2. Are treadmills fine to run on? Is running outside better for the knees/joints?
3. What’s a good way to actually start? Example: jog until I get winded, walk until I catch my breath, jog again…
4. Are there any good YouTube videos you like showing how to do good overall stride?
5. What’s a good split between gym days and running? Altérnate every other day? I know everyone can be different depending on their goals, etc. But is there a classic split for this?
6. Anything else?
My motivations for running are general fitness, add variety to workouts, and save a little time compared to the hour+ bike rides.
1. Best shoes for a beginner with flat feet?
2. Are treadmills fine to run on? Is running outside better for the knees/joints?
3. What’s a good way to actually start? Example: jog until I get winded, walk until I catch my breath, jog again…
4. Are there any good YouTube videos you like showing how to do good overall stride?
5. What’s a good split between gym days and running? Altérnate every other day? I know everyone can be different depending on their goals, etc. But is there a classic split for this?
6. Anything else?
My motivations for running are general fitness, add variety to workouts, and save a little time compared to the hour+ bike rides.
This post was edited on 11/7/21 at 7:57 pm
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Posted on 11/7/21 at 9:05 pm to SaintsTiger
1) go to a local running store and have them help you out. They’ll be super helpful there.
2) treadmills are fine. Outside can give you more variation for terrain
3) couch to 5K program
4) everyone’s body is different and strides are not a one size fits all approach. Some people are heel strikers, midsole, or front. There’s pros and cons to each. Do what your body does naturally.
5) just depends what works for your schedule. When I used to do weights, I’d do every other day. But again it depends what your schedule allows
6) have fun, start slow, join us in the big running thread.
2) treadmills are fine. Outside can give you more variation for terrain
3) couch to 5K program
4) everyone’s body is different and strides are not a one size fits all approach. Some people are heel strikers, midsole, or front. There’s pros and cons to each. Do what your body does naturally.
5) just depends what works for your schedule. When I used to do weights, I’d do every other day. But again it depends what your schedule allows
6) have fun, start slow, join us in the big running thread.
Posted on 11/8/21 at 7:44 am to SaintsTiger
IMO you're over thinking it, except for the part regarding shoes. But if you are only planning on running 10-12 miles a week, you may even be over thinking the shoe issue, as well. When I was running ~25 miles a week, I was doing it in $60 Nikes and never had any issues, but everyone is different.
As far as all of the other questions, just go run, bruh. Its not as complicated as some might have you think, especially if you're doing it strictly for fitness purposes, and not trying to compete. If the weather is nice, go run outside. If the weather is shitty, go run on a treadmill.
As far as all of the other questions, just go run, bruh. Its not as complicated as some might have you think, especially if you're doing it strictly for fitness purposes, and not trying to compete. If the weather is nice, go run outside. If the weather is shitty, go run on a treadmill.
Posted on 11/8/21 at 7:57 am to SaintsTiger
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Are treadmills fine to run on? Is running outside better for the knees/joints?
I think they’re fine physically but not mentally. I don’t think you’ll develop a love for running if you run on a treadmill. It’s more of a torture device.
This post was edited on 11/8/21 at 7:59 am
Posted on 11/8/21 at 7:58 am to quail man
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1) go to a local running store and have them help you out. They’ll be super helpful there.
2) treadmills are fine. Outside can give you more variation for terrain
3) couch to 5K program
4) everyone’s body is different and strides are not a one size fits all approach. Some people are heel strikers, midsole, or front. There’s pros and cons to each. Do what your body does naturally.
5) just depends what works for your schedule. When I used to do weights, I’d do every other day. But again it depends what your schedule allows
6) have fun, start slow, join us in the big running thread.
All of this.
Posted on 11/8/21 at 8:06 am to Homey the Clown
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IMO you're over thinking it, except for the part regarding shoes. But if you are only planning on running 10-12 miles a week, you may even be over thinking the shoe issue, as well. When I was running ~25 miles a week, I was doing it in $60 Nikes and never had any issues, but everyone is different.
As far as all of the other questions, just go run, bruh. Its not as complicated as some might have you think, especially if you're doing it strictly for fitness purposes, and not trying to compete. If the weather is nice, go run outside. If the weather is shitty, go run on a treadmill.
That’s what I did several years ago and about 9 months in I had to stop because of foot issues. Went to a podiatrist and he said it was flat feet. I got an injection or 2 and had to roll my feet on frozen water bottles. Haven’t really ran since. As far as my other questions, I definitely appreciate the doer mindset, while also glad to get feedback from people who are doing it successfully.
This post was edited on 11/8/21 at 8:08 am
Posted on 11/8/21 at 9:00 am to SaintsTiger
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That’s what I did several years ago and about 9 months in I had to stop because of foot issues. Went to a podiatrist and he said it was flat feet. I got an injection or 2 and had to roll my feet on frozen water bottles. Haven’t really ran since.
Did your podiatrist give you recommendations of styles of running shoes that you can go to a specialty running store with as a starting point for them to try and get you the correct fit?
Posted on 11/8/21 at 9:58 am to SaintsTiger
Go to a store that specializes in running shoes and bring an old pair of your tennis for them to check out to see if you're pronating by checking heel wear on the old shoes.
I never ran on treadmills and eventually got away from running on street surfaces and opted for either my old high school track or on top of the levee to lessen impact on the joints.
As for the actual running/jogging, get use to hitting heel first and rolling off your toes. If you run strictly on your toes there's a good chance you'll develop shin splints, especially as distances increase. Running strictly on your toes is good for sprinting, but not for distance running.
I never ran on treadmills and eventually got away from running on street surfaces and opted for either my old high school track or on top of the levee to lessen impact on the joints.
As for the actual running/jogging, get use to hitting heel first and rolling off your toes. If you run strictly on your toes there's a good chance you'll develop shin splints, especially as distances increase. Running strictly on your toes is good for sprinting, but not for distance running.
Posted on 11/8/21 at 10:21 am to Homey the Clown
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Did your podiatrist give you recommendations of styles of running shoes that you can go to a specialty running store with as a starting point for them to try and get you the correct fit?
He wanted me to keep coming in for the injections, take muscle relaxers, and get my feet fit on his molds and then buy his custom made shoes. The shoes were expensive and ugly and I didn’t want to keep taking meds for symptom relief. So I found some shoes made by Vionic which have great arch support. They only do walking and dress shoes. Nothing for running. I still buy a pair of their dress shoes every year and they feel great. I haven’t had any pain in years and that includes a lot of long walks and some easy to moderately difficult several hour hikes. As other posters have recommended, I’ll go to a local store and see what they recommend for shoes.
Posted on 11/8/21 at 2:17 pm to quail man
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3) couch to 5K program
I did this for a while. As much as I fricking LOATHE running, this made it suck a lot less. If I start running again, I would use this app.
Posted on 11/8/21 at 3:59 pm to SaintsTiger
Just get a Concept2 rower. Better for you all around.
Posted on 11/9/21 at 2:11 pm to SaintsTiger
Shoes are the only important factor in my book. Hokas and Newton’s are the best in my opinion.
Posted on 11/9/21 at 2:58 pm to SaintsTiger
I got into running about two years ago. I started with an agreement to run a 10K with a buddy. Signing up for a race with a friend is a great way to challenge yourself and instill some discipline.
Also, stretch well before and after your runs. Stretching is important for soreness and injury prevention. It's also a relaxing to cool down after you finish a run.
Start low and gradually increase your distance or time, depending on how you're measuring. Consistency is key!
Also, stretch well before and after your runs. Stretching is important for soreness and injury prevention. It's also a relaxing to cool down after you finish a run.
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What’s a good way to actually start? Example: jog until I get winded, walk until I catch my breath, jog again
Start low and gradually increase your distance or time, depending on how you're measuring. Consistency is key!
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