Running/jogging

[theleader82]

Any joggers on here? I've really been getting into it recently. I try and do about 10k 3 times a week. Sometimes I give up in winter but as its been so mild I've been able to keep it going. I find it helps with my depression too. I think my best 10k is around 45minutes, but I usually take it easy. I've gone from a 36 waist to a 34 and even they're feeling a bit loose. I was a 32 when I went to uni I'd be happy to get to that again. I'm going to try and drink just once a week as I've got into bad habits and I don't want to feel sluggish the next day. I wouldn't mind giving one of those tough mudder things a go but they seem a bit expensive, maybe there's a budget one.

[the puddin]

I run. Started over a year ago with couch to 5K. Not as fast as you though! Then did five 10k a week until I got bored. Running a marathon in May so training for that. It's a cheap way of controlling a mid life crisis.

[Kowalski]

I started running in late 2014 through couch to 5k. My fasted time for 5k was 24 minutes, I'd usually go for about 30-35 minutes and run about 6k. The longest I ran was 10k and that took me 55 minutes.

I injured my foot about 3 months back and have stopped for the moment, I really miss running though, I might go out today and see how my foot feels.

[the puddin]

Just got back from a 6.5 k with quick finish. Part of the training programme but forgot about the bloody hills I'd be running up out in the wolds! I do love it though, never thought I would but love running out in the countryside.

[kevin04]

Started jogging in 2010. I used to hate cross country and athletics at school, but at that time I'd put on about 20 pounds and wanted to get fit.

It is very good for mild depression, Leado, so I am glad you are feeling the benefits of it. Any form of exercise often does work well to clear the head.

I have started mixing up the running. For a while it was the only thing I was doing, 5/6 times a week - but now swimming, cycling, HIIT, walking and a few home workouts.

You got runners legs yet?

[theleader82]

I've got quite slim legs now. Imdont want to get to skinny. I do a few exercises with Dumbbells and press up etc. I only do a light weight 10kg but lots of reps. Starting to see a few abs now so happy with that . I've been thinking of starting to do yoga or qi gong.i think their meant to give you good core strength.

[kevin04]

I have done a couple of Yoga and Pilates sessions. Pilates was pretty difficult - holding your legs and arms in places for extended periods, and it being both relaxed yet tiring you out too.

I'm doing similar weights to you too. Started in January - using home made dumbells, and may buy some later on. My arms are like runners legs so felt I needed to work on them a bit - although don't want to end up a 'lifter'.

Qi going looks interesting. I might give it a go this week see what it's like (although not in public, or even with anyone around )

The talkFORUM 10K should be getting organised!

[mark]

I've got quite slim legs now. Imdont want to get to skinny. I do a few exercises with Dumbbells and press up etc. I only do a light weight 10kg but lots of reps. Starting to see a few abs now so happy with that . I've been thinking of starting to do yoga or qi gong.i think their meant to give you good core strength.

For core strength there are two very good approaches.

One is a set of exercises based on a 5 by 5 principle - i found the best site for that was http://stronglifts.com/5x5/

Alternatively - work a training routine that builds you up for being able to do handstands - that requires real core strength. Start here - http://www.eatmoveimprove.com/

[the puddin]

Thought I'd revisit. Marathon done after 4 or 5 months of training. Great feeling crossing the line. My legs are utterly fucked now though.

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[carcinogen]

Waste of time. Walk 45mins per day, at a good pace so that you can feel your heart. The damage done to the joint's just isn't worth the pay-off.

[the puddin]

Training for it I've seen so much countryside I've never known existed. Had some beautiful early mornings and achieved a lifetime goal. I'll take a fucked up knee carc!

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[shabbado]

what time did you do it in Puddin?

[m4rkb]

You're better off cycling. You can still put yourself through the same amount of exercise as jogging but take in much more scenery for your effort.

[the puddin]

what time did you do it in Puddin?

3 hours 49 minutes 12 seconds. When I applied I put my projected time as over four and a half hours so I was very happy to get under four hours.

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[kancutlawns]

Waste of time. Walk 45mins per day, at a good pace so that you can feel your heart. The damage done to the joint's just isn't worth the pay-off.

This is true.

[shabbado]

what time did you do it in Puddin?

3 hours 49 minutes 12 seconds. When I applied I put my projected time as over four and a half hours so I was very happy to get under four hours.

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Congratulations!

[The Ghost of Alex Higgins]

Chronic cardio bitches

[the puddin]

what time did you do it in Puddin?

3 hours 49 minutes 12 seconds. When I applied I put my projected time as over four and a half hours so I was very happy to get under four hours.

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Congratulations!

Cheers mate. Was very happy with it.

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[Carlos J]

Good stuff, puddin. Got a 10k in August so two months training should be ok, having done halves before. But not sure my bust ankle will hold up, but once done, that's it. Plus a month of bad food and lots of drink during the Euros won't help. It's going to be grim, but we shall overcome.

[The Ghost of Alex Higgins]

Why are you lot so keen to bust your knees and ankles. You need them to work.

[theleader82]

I'm thinking of getting a mountain bike or Bmx. Mix things up a bit.

[warmleatherette]

I'm thinking of getting a mountain bike or Bmx. Mix things up a bit.

I'm pretty sure that would be classed as cheating?