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FORUM CRAP RUNNERS W/C 01/11/21

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)

MOTTO: We run #LikeAToddlerChasingAPug

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EXPLANATION AND ETHOS:

EVERYONE is welcome in the Fab Crap Runners' Club (the crapper the better).

From 1st January 2018, a bunch of Fabbers began improving their fitness through running. None of them were natural athletes but they did it anyway.

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FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS:

"Couch to 5k" (C25K) is a nine-week running programme for absolute beginners, available on various free phone apps (Mrs T used Get Running). But you can join this thread to get fit by any means including walking and cycling - all are welcome. If you're expecting to be utterly crap at it (I mean reeeeeeeeeally bad), you're in the right place. Join the thread, tell us what your aim is and we'll cheer you on each week, just for trying.

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FOR MORE EXPERIENCED RUNNERS:

Tell us what you’re up to with your running, your training and your races. Let’s us know your highs and lows. Please cheer on the newbies and give advice if they ask.

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Finally- if you’re working towards a specific goal, share it here

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thanks t!

I am back on track after foot problem and half term

Weather was chilly but sunny.. Nice crisp air this morning and it felt good to complete first November 5k in these great conditions. Slower than two weeks ago but nothing I cannot improve with newly renewed commitment.

Thanks to all for the advice on last week thread, I am going to stick to your recommendations re different types of runs throughout the week. Makes sense and is easy to follow.

I really need those trail shoes.. I slipped twice on wet leaves. Good balance saved my arse

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"Thanks t!

I am back on track after foot problem and half term

Weather was chilly but sunny.. Nice crisp air this morning and it felt good to complete first November 5k in these great conditions. Slower than two weeks ago but nothing I cannot improve with newly renewed commitment.

Thanks to all for the advice on last week thread, I am going to stick to your recommendations re different types of runs throughout the week. Makes sense and is easy to follow.

I really need those trail shoes.. I slipped twice on wet leaves. Good balance saved my arse "

Be careful!!

I’m glad that you managed to get back on track (road) today! It’s wet and cold here this evening. I was going to go out for a long run tonight but I just couldn’t muster the will in the face of rain, wind, cold and malaise. Tomorrow will be drier so that’s my night!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x"

Ouch!! Is Mr a mountain goat by any chance?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x"

Did he get that punch?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thanks t!

I am back on track after foot problem and half term

Weather was chilly but sunny.. Nice crisp air this morning and it felt good to complete first November 5k in these great conditions. Slower than two weeks ago but nothing I cannot improve with newly renewed commitment.

Thanks to all for the advice on last week thread, I am going to stick to your recommendations re different types of runs throughout the week. Makes sense and is easy to follow.

I really need those trail shoes.. I slipped twice on wet leaves. Good balance saved my arse

Be careful!!

I’m glad that you managed to get back on track (road) today! It’s wet and cold here this evening. I was going to go out for a long run tonight but I just couldn’t muster the will in the face of rain, wind, cold and malaise. Tomorrow will be drier so that’s my night! "

Gosh sounds like facing an apocalypse. stay in, you'll have more will tomorrow I'm sure after a good sleep.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

Ouch!! Is Mr a mountain goat by any chance? "

I told a couple of mountain bikers who were taking a rest to remember me as I may end up on a crime watch reconstruction as Mr is trying to kill me one way or another

NBVN x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

Did he get that punch? "

Hahaha oh very nearly, I wasn't his friend for quite a while

NBVN x

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By *drian HardthrobMan
over a year ago

Worcester

Ran for the first time in a couple of months today! Absolutely destroyed me, only managed 2 miles (was running 18+ last year) received a Garmin HR monitor for my birthday so going to slowly build my base back up and start competing again next year.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

Ouch!! Is Mr a mountain goat by any chance?

I told a couple of mountain bikers who were taking a rest to remember me as I may end up on a crime watch reconstruction as Mr is trying to kill me one way or another

NBVN x"

I would love to see their face expressions..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

Did he get that punch?

Hahaha oh very nearly, I wasn't his friend for quite a while

NBVN x"

Is that the next challenge ? Some trail running ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Ran for the first time in a couple of months today! Absolutely destroyed me, only managed 2 miles (was running 18+ last year) received a Garmin HR monitor for my birthday so going to slowly build my base back up and start competing again next year. "

What a thoughtful present ! My second mile was slowest today. I was worried I will run out of steam but then 3rd was a breeze after. Suffice to say the pace was all over the place You'll get there in no time I am sure.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Ran for the first time in a couple of months today! Absolutely destroyed me, only managed 2 miles (was running 18+ last year) received a Garmin HR monitor for my birthday so going to slowly build my base back up and start competing again next year. "

I read that you got out there and ran 2 miles... that in itself is worth being satisfied with, and as you say you have a baseline to work from and muscle memory will return. Don't be hard on yourself... easier said than done I know... well done

NBVN x

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"Ran for the first time in a couple of months today! Absolutely destroyed me, only managed 2 miles (was running 18+ last year) received a Garmin HR monitor for my birthday so going to slowly build my base back up and start competing again next year. "

Running any distance is good! No matter what you were running last year.

It will come back faster than you thought it would, just don’t push yourself too hard!

I’ve had nearly 3 years out, after struggling with 3k 5 weeks ago, I’m up to nearly 8 and it’s feeling much better. It will come.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

Did he get that punch?

Hahaha oh very nearly, I wasn't his friend for quite a while

NBVN x

Is that the next challenge ? Some trail running ? "

Mr has a big trail event in January, so our long runs will now be trail runs to support his training.

I am working on achieving 1250 running miles for 2021, I am on 934 miles atm. Mr likes it when I set myself goals because he wants to match them and my commitment to training encourages him to get out more.

NBVN x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Note to self: never go on a trail run with a mountaineer.

Yesterday's run... 12.5 mile trail run with 2,011ft of elevation

A tough and tiring run but the forestry scenary in autumn is so beautiful. A few wrong turns but nothing bad.

Have a great running week all.

NBVN x

Did he get that punch?

Hahaha oh very nearly, I wasn't his friend for quite a while

NBVN x

Is that the next challenge ? Some trail running ?

Mr has a big trail event in January, so our long runs will now be trail runs to support his training.

I am working on achieving 1250 running miles for 2021, I am on 934 miles atm. Mr likes it when I set myself goals because he wants to match them and my commitment to training encourages him to get out more.

NBVN x"

I have a good feeling that you'll clock these miles easily. Such a determination!

It must be amazing, empowering and bonding running together!

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)

Aaaand that’s my longest run since returning in the bag! A fairly easy 8km, apart from discovering a lake in the dark (now named lake Tea Monkey, so christened by soaking my socks, trainers and my lower legs in it).

I need either a chest light or to work out road routes!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Aaaand that’s my longest run since returning in the bag! A fairly easy 8km, apart from discovering a lake in the dark (now named lake Tea Monkey, so christened by soaking my socks, trainers and my lower legs in it).

I need either a chest light or to work out road routes! "

Haha.. please say you can swim!

Chest light vote here. So much more fun than running boring concrete jungle.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I was a wimp this morning. Decided I’d make the most of the relatively light mornings and run before work. All set, opened the front door, hit by a wave of cold and saw ice on the car windscreen and shut them door again. Oh the shame!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I was a wimp this morning. Decided I’d make the most of the relatively light mornings and run before work. All set, opened the front door, hit by a wave of cold and saw ice on the car windscreen and shut them door again. Oh the shame! "

I'm bracing myself for tomorrow morning.. come on.. we can do it. It only will get worse let's face it..

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

Finally said fucj it, gonna get my running up to par again. But on a treadmill. I just can’t do these cold morning runs and I work 6-6. Running outside just isn’t for me this time of year

Made up a fitness test I can repeat in a few months to see if I’ve improved

Start at 2% incline and 5kph. Go up by 0.5kph every minute. Run until you can’t. Time is the score

Got 17:15. Dunno how shit that is, but I’ll be doing some kind of running/conditioning 3 times a week. So in 2 months I’ll repeat and see where I’m at

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Running when it's 3 degrees outside officially sucks.. brrrr.. my poor lungs. I'm currently wrapped in a blanket and shivering a little..

But I did what I aimed to do.. intervals suck too btw..

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"Running when it's 3 degrees outside officially sucks.. brrrr.. my poor lungs. I'm currently wrapped in a blanket and shivering a little..

But I did what I aimed to do.. intervals suck too btw..

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Didn’t anyone tell you that intervals are awful?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Finally said fucj it, gonna get my running up to par again. But on a treadmill. I just can’t do these cold morning runs and I work 6-6. Running outside just isn’t for me this time of year

Made up a fitness test I can repeat in a few months to see if I’ve improved

Start at 2% incline and 5kph. Go up by 0.5kph every minute. Run until you can’t. Time is the score

Got 17:15. Dunno how shit that is, but I’ll be doing some kind of running/conditioning 3 times a week. So in 2 months I’ll repeat and see where I’m at "

The old army BFT was a good indicator of oh you’re running is paying off

It was in the day a gentle jog warm up for the first 1:5 Mile done in 15 mins.

Followed by the same 1:5 mile route in your best time possible.

You use to get 10:30 to complete it but most guys in the day were around 8:30-10:00 mark

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Running when it's 3 degrees outside officially sucks.. brrrr.. my poor lungs. I'm currently wrapped in a blanket and shivering a little..

But I did what I aimed to do.. intervals suck too btw..

Didn’t anyone tell you that intervals are awful? "

No way. You all were so enthusiastic about them!

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham


"Finally said fucj it, gonna get my running up to par again. But on a treadmill. I just can’t do these cold morning runs and I work 6-6. Running outside just isn’t for me this time of year

Made up a fitness test I can repeat in a few months to see if I’ve improved

Start at 2% incline and 5kph. Go up by 0.5kph every minute. Run until you can’t. Time is the score

Got 17:15. Dunno how shit that is, but I’ll be doing some kind of running/conditioning 3 times a week. So in 2 months I’ll repeat and see where I’m at

The old army BFT was a good indicator of oh you’re running is paying off

It was in the day a gentle jog warm up for the first 1:5 Mile done in 15 mins.

Followed by the same 1:5 mile route in your best time possible.

You use to get 10:30 to complete it but most guys in the day were around 8:30-10:00 mark

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I remember doing that when I was about 19 with no real training and managing 9:30ish, but I think I’d struggle to get it under 11 today.

1st lockdown I did a half marathon in 1:59, was in my best running shape. Dunno if I wanna go that hard again for distance, but I definitely need to improve

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Finally said fucj it, gonna get my running up to par again. But on a treadmill. I just can’t do these cold morning runs and I work 6-6. Running outside just isn’t for me this time of year

Made up a fitness test I can repeat in a few months to see if I’ve improved

That’s good going, you’re a unit, and running a big distance is very draining all this large muscles just crave every calorie going spare… under 2 hours is a great time.

Start at 2% incline and 5kph. Go up by 0.5kph every minute. Run until you can’t. Time is the score

Got 17:15. Dunno how shit that is, but I’ll be doing some kind of running/conditioning 3 times a week. So in 2 months I’ll repeat and see where I’m at

The old army BFT was a good indicator of oh you’re running is paying off

It was in the day a gentle jog warm up for the first 1:5 Mile done in 15 mins.

Followed by the same 1:5 mile route in your best time possible.

You use to get 10:30 to complete it but most guys in the day were around 8:30-10:00 mark

I remember doing that when I was about 19 with no real training and managing 9:30ish, but I think I’d struggle to get it under 11 today.

1st lockdown I did a half marathon in 1:59, was in my best running shape. Dunno if I wanna go that hard again for distance, but I definitely need to improve "

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By *ravellerukMan
over a year ago

Visting Belfast

First time of me seeing any of these

Started doing couch 2 5k back in February at 44 after a lifetime of not running, and made it to 5k in July. Then had to take some timeout after a suspected heart attack and subsequent hospital procedure but now back on it and back at full speed.

This week I clocked up my 2nd fastest 5k time (fastest since the Op) and hope to return to the local parkrun this weekend.

Well done to all taking part. and be assured the benefits definitely translate to the bedroom

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"First time of me seeing any of these

Started doing couch 2 5k back in February at 44 after a lifetime of not running, and made it to 5k in July. Then had to take some timeout after a suspected heart attack and subsequent hospital procedure but now back on it and back at full speed.

This week I clocked up my 2nd fastest 5k time (fastest since the Op) and hope to return to the local parkrun this weekend.

Well done to all taking part. and be assured the benefits definitely translate to the bedroom "

The last paragraph cracked me up. I did notice!

Kudos to you for returning to it after your procedure. Hope all is well ? Im also coach to 5k graduate after not running for couple of decades.

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By *ravellerukMan
over a year ago

Visting Belfast


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The last paragraph cracked me up. I did notice!

Kudos to you for returning to it after your procedure. Hope all is well ? Im also coach to 5k graduate after not running for couple of decades. "

Better than ever, definitely one of those scenarios where I didn’t realise all the little things that were wrong until they were gone.

And now 6 weeks on I’m free to carry on full steam ahead

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By *.R.MMan
over a year ago

Norfolk

I ran 10km last night, felt fine so it seems the shackles of Covid are gone! In all seriousness I’m not going to push it just yet just build back up gradually

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"I ran 10km last night, felt fine so it seems the shackles of Covid are gone! In all seriousness I’m not going to push it just yet just build back up gradually "

That’s really good news!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I ran 10km last night, felt fine so it seems the shackles of Covid are gone! In all seriousness I’m not going to push it just yet just build back up gradually "

Brilliant!

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By *heGateKeeperMan
over a year ago

Stratford

I think I’m going to sign up for another half marathon

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"I think I’m going to sign up for another half marathon "

Any idea which one?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I ran 10km last night, felt fine so it seems the shackles of Covid are gone! In all seriousness I’m not going to push it just yet just build back up gradually "

That's great to hear. Go you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


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The last paragraph cracked me up. I did notice!

Kudos to you for returning to it after your procedure. Hope all is well ? Im also coach to 5k graduate after not running for couple of decades.

Better than ever, definitely one of those scenarios where I didn’t realise all the little things that were wrong until they were gone.

And now 6 weeks on I’m free to carry on full steam ahead "

Choo choo!

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By *heGateKeeperMan
over a year ago

Stratford


"I think I’m going to sign up for another half marathon

Any idea which one? "

The Hackney Half. I’d better get my trainers out.

As long as I don’t die in the process I’ll be ok with that

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)

Just back from my evening run. That was tough, everything about it was tough, I hurt, no pace, breathing all over the place… it was the kind of run that makes you burn your trainers and take up knitting

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By *.R.MMan
over a year ago

Norfolk


"Just back from my evening run. That was tough, everything about it was tough, I hurt, no pace, breathing all over the place… it was the kind of run that makes you burn your trainers and take up knitting"

It’s odd how we sometimes have these runs, I bet the next one will be a good one

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By *ea monkey OP   Man
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)


"Just back from my evening run. That was tough, everything about it was tough, I hurt, no pace, breathing all over the place… it was the kind of run that makes you burn your trainers and take up knitting

It’s odd how we sometimes have these runs, I bet the next one will be a good one "

I hope so!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Just back from my evening run. That was tough, everything about it was tough, I hurt, no pace, breathing all over the place… it was the kind of run that makes you burn your trainers and take up knitting"

I like knitting. I knit woolly hats.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Just back from my evening run. That was tough, everything about it was tough, I hurt, no pace, breathing all over the place… it was the kind of run that makes you burn your trainers and take up knitting"

It's a detox run.. i started calling it that. A body tumble and squeeze.. and mind spin. Forget this one. Off to the next one with a fresh mind.

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By *iceButtSlimMan
over a year ago

somewhere

How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham


"How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?"

There’s probably set programs but once you’ve done c25k you shouldn’t need them. Just pick 1 day a week where you run longer then usual. Usually that’s the weekend for most people. For example

Monday - medium run (30 mins)

Wednesday - medium run (30 mins)

Friday - short run (20 mins)

Saturday - long run (45 minutes)

Make sure your keeping your heart rate between 120-140ish on your longest run to encourage the right adaptations

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By *.R.MMan
over a year ago

Norfolk


"How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?"

I would suggest following a plan over a set number of weeks, some people increase their distance by 5-10% each week but if your body is new to running it needs time to adjust or you could get injured

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By *iJandJCouple
over a year ago

liverpool

Hi a bit about us

New to fab and new to the scene, but we are both experienced runners Mr has done 10 marathons and an Ironman and Mrs has done 2 Marathons and the tour of Merseyside, Mrs now has rheumatoid arthritis which has put a bit of a stop to her running

Mr has entered a 50 Mile trail race in April so training is about to ramp up

Hope to pop in and keep an eye on what everyone else is up to

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?

I would suggest following a plan over a set number of weeks, some people increase their distance by 5-10% each week but if your body is new to running it needs time to adjust or you could get injured "

That's what I have done today. I usually only run 5k or less. Today did 5.66 or 3.52 miles at slower pace than my 5k..it felt good. I'll repeat that next week together with the speed run and usual one so I'm hoping it will improve my endurance and time with some persistence. Im going to increase by another 10% every fortnight only as I am still pretty new to it and had some foot problems not long ago.. On that note, thanks to everyone for last week's notes and suggestions.. I've done the 3 different runs as suggested and feeling real good for it.

And once I'm here.. any good links of using foam roller? I'm so stiff according to a health care professional who inspected my foot and calf yesterday..

he said to put some heart and pressure into my foam rolling

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hi a bit about us

New to fab and new to the scene, but we are both experienced runners Mr has done 10 marathons and an Ironman and Mrs has done 2 Marathons and the tour of Merseyside, Mrs now has rheumatoid arthritis which has put a bit of a stop to her running

Mr has entered a 50 Mile trail race in April so training is about to ramp up

Hope to pop in and keep an eye on what everyone else is up to"

Welcome and what a set of running accomplishments. Very inspiring. Good luck with your training. This thread occurs every week.

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By *.R.MMan
over a year ago

Norfolk


"How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?

I would suggest following a plan over a set number of weeks, some people increase their distance by 5-10% each week but if your body is new to running it needs time to adjust or you could get injured

That's what I have done today. I usually only run 5k or less. Today did 5.66 or 3.52 miles at slower pace than my 5k..it felt good. I'll repeat that next week together with the speed run and usual one so I'm hoping it will improve my endurance and time with some persistence. Im going to increase by another 10% every fortnight only as I am still pretty new to it and had some foot problems not long ago.. On that note, thanks to everyone for last week's notes and suggestions.. I've done the 3 different runs as suggested and feeling real good for it.

And once I'm here.. any good links of using foam roller? I'm so stiff according to a health care professional who inspected my foot and calf yesterday..

he said to put some heart and pressure into my foam rolling "

I had quite a few foot/calf issues to start with, it was all down to my trainers, I originally had trainers with a bit of support as soon as I switched to a neutral trainer the issues went away

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over a year ago


"How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?

I would suggest following a plan over a set number of weeks, some people increase their distance by 5-10% each week but if your body is new to running it needs time to adjust or you could get injured

That's what I have done today. I usually only run 5k or less. Today did 5.66 or 3.52 miles at slower pace than my 5k..it felt good. I'll repeat that next week together with the speed run and usual one so I'm hoping it will improve my endurance and time with some persistence. Im going to increase by another 10% every fortnight only as I am still pretty new to it and had some foot problems not long ago.. On that note, thanks to everyone for last week's notes and suggestions.. I've done the 3 different runs as suggested and feeling real good for it.

And once I'm here.. any good links of using foam roller? I'm so stiff according to a health care professional who inspected my foot and calf yesterday..

he said to put some heart and pressure into my foam rolling

I had quite a few foot/calf issues to start with, it was all down to my trainers, I originally had trainers with a bit of support as soon as I switched to a neutral trainer the issues went away "

I should make a trip to my local running store. Eventually! I don't think that's the problem. Old injury flaring up. One of my tendons is inflamed most likely according to a scan.. from what I understood.

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By *ravellerukMan
over a year ago

Visting Belfast

Ran 15km total this week (and walked 20) so think I’m good to go for tomorrows parkrun, first in over two months so looking forward to running in company again.

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By *ravellerukMan
over a year ago

Visting Belfast

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By *ravellerukMan
over a year ago

Visting Belfast


"How do people build up on your distance, say going from c25k to running 10k? Is it a case of simply adding a bit of extra time each week or following what your body say and if you've the energy just run for that little bit longer each time? Or are there set plan you follow?"

I took the route of just running a bit longer for one day each week, went 6km, 7km and then the next week felt really good so jumped straight to the 10km.

I do think the jump from 10km to half marathon may not be so easy, but I’ve got till next summer to work it out

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By *ravellerukMan
over a year ago

Visting Belfast

Ok, don’t want to brag but knocked over two minutes of my personal best today !!

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By *iceButtSlimMan
over a year ago

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Thanks to all for the advice on improving your distance, I hadn't considered doing one run a week longer than others and then gradually upping the time so will consider that.

I will look at intervals as well but if others say they can be a killer I may pass on that front.

At the moment I am gradually increasing my time and happy that when I get home it doesn't take too long to recover.

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