skoobidude

I started jogging a couple of weeks ago, I'm 43 and haven't really ran since school but it feels like a good thing to do as a means of exerting myself and building up fitness and energy. I go to the gym regularly but only really do a 15min warm-up on a bike followed by various weight routines, hence CV work has been pretty minimal.
At the moment I'm doing just over a mile with a steady incline for the last 1/4 mile - which is a killer! The first time I did it I stopped three times and was foaming at the mouth ha ha.
Last week I invested in some decent trainers and they've really helped as the ones I was previously wearing weren't for running.
Tonight I went out for thr fifth time and extended the route slightly and noticed the first half of the journey is certainly getting easier.

My aim is to do the local 10k next year.
Any tips from experienced runners on techniques, clothing, how often I should run, when to extend the distances etc?
My shins hurt, will this get less painful as my legs get used to running?

Thanks

Nick

hodgy0_2

I was going to say "shoes", but you have sorted that

As for kit, I find the beauty of running is that you need so little - I run in the same pair of surf shorts fort the last 10years

Also, have a look at

http://www.parkrun.org.uk/

And see if there is one local to you, good fun and always a friendly crowd

Shins could be due to wrong shoes - good luck btw

andy97

iTrader: (1)

Running needs to be built up slowly or shin splint s and other problems will bite you. Try to run on a soft surface to help with the impact. There are many ways, but walk and run in the same session until you are running more than walking. Expect knackered knees in a few years time unless you run off road.

donny andi

iTrader: (3)

**** that at 43 .
The only running I used to do was once they released the dog out of the van
The only time I get on my toes nowadays is when I need to run to the car due to rain

wayne9t9

hodgy0_2

Regularly washed, obviously

That's what the wife's for after all

dpb

The good thing is you not liable to wear your joints out now before you keel over , unless you're 17 stone

ScoobyWon't

Tips for beginning jogging? Move one foot in front of the other at a pace somewhere between walking and running. That should get you started.

ScoobyWon't

They bite less if you stand still!

Shavnh

I started going out running recently, the first run my shins where in pain. I was advised that it was the flat bottom trainers I had, once I had recovered I went to buy myself some running shoes. I now have no problems with my shins.

I was only running just over a mile by myself but then I found a running partner (my brother) and we run further together.

SJ_Skyline

Shoes! Find a local specialist sports shop that offers gait analysis. They will record your running style on a treadmill and determine if you under pronate, over pronate or have a neutral style. Having shoes set up for the wrong style will kill your feet and shins. Don't ask the price of the shoe, go with what feels best and ask the price after you have decided. Your gait will change over the years so have it re-checked every time you buy new shoes. (Loving my new Asics Nimbus Gel 17 shoes!)

Find a local running club, there are hundreds. They will be able to offer great advice, regular training and amazing camaraderie. We had 35 of us from my club turn up and take part in the Marlow 5 yesterday.

Don't expect miracles overnight and know your limits. One of my mates joined our club 6 months ago at 19 stone. He's now 12 stone and hitting 7 minute miles. I struggle to hit that speed and I've been running for over 15 years.

Most of all, enjoy yourself!

weapon69

If you find a beginners group at a local running club then you will progress much quicker. I joined a group 2.5 years ago, a complete couch potato and now I absolutely love running. Good luck.

dpb

Don't expect miracles overnight and know your limits. One of my mates joined our club 6 months ago at 19 stone. He's now 12 stone and hitting 7 minute miles.

That doesn't sound far off a miracle. He must be very strong

SJ_Skyline

I'm genuinely amazed at him. I've never seen someone speed up so much and he's still getting faster! whereas I'm getting slower...


What he's not got is consistency, he was all over the place in splits at the weekend with his first mile a 6 min mile and his last a 9 min mile. Consistency comes through the training and I was happy with all 5 miles at 7m30s +/- 2%


The problem is when people improve quickly like that is they can over-do it and make themselves prone to injury which is why I recommended joining a club for some serious, sensible advice.

SJ_Skyline

...or he has a good EPO supplier

Matteeboy

I took up running a bit more properly (being a human, I could already run but just not regularly), appeared to be a natural, did well in races and triathlons, overdid it and killed my immune system for a whole year.

I'm now more cautious. I tend to trail run as its more varied, hilly and kinder to your knees.

Just build up gradually but factor in good rest periods too.

Any good running shop will recommend the right shoes; the brand/type totally varies on foot shape, gait, etc. The wrong shoes will hurt and put you right off.

skoobidude

Thanks for the further advice.
I did buy the new trainers from a proper running shop and was tested before being offered suitable options.
My shins were hurting before due to the fact i was wearing flat pumps with wafer thin soles.
The new running shoes are a week old so i'm hoping the shins will gradually improve.
Or should i stop running until the pain has completely gone?

andy97

iTrader: (1)

Don't stop, but back it off a fair bit. Can you run any distance before discomfort. ? Run until shins begin to hurt

Matteeboy

Agreed; carry on but carefully.
Shin splints are a PITA but they usually ease off after a few runs.

+Doc+

Couch to 5k App might be useful to start with, breaks you in nicely.

An0n0m0us

Excellent, not heard of that before so will get it although could have done with a couch to front door app to start off gently.

dpb

I can see simply easing oneself off the couch at all could be quite a hurdle for some in here ...

Littleted

As above get your gate sorted first, worst thing you can do is buy some trainer that don't counter your style, over pronation etc. youll also find your aches will stop or get less as the shoes help you...


My wifes a fel Runner im a kebab eater, I started running and had my gates sorted by her local shop, made a real diff to how I ran...to get my kebabs

skoobidude

Thanks again.
I'm working near Berlin this week and there's a 3km route nr the hotel which I just did about an hr ago.
Feeling good now but was difficult at the time. However, I didn't stop and finished the course at my own pace.
I almost necked a varse of water when I got back to the hotel!

Nick

Matteeboy

You might benefit more getting your gait sorted; sorting your gate will just result in a smarter looking garden entrance.

ScoobyWon't

I did consider starting running, one morning per week but instead I took up squash. I prefer the explosive changes of direction and having to think about what the opponent is going to do and reacting to the shots he plays.

How do you runners cope with the bordeom of running alone?

dpb

Last time I played squash was 1985, beaten by a female .

No courts here , and a lot cheaper /more relaxing to run

Matteeboy

I don't get bored, I just gawp at the view.

ScoobyWon't

You have a better view than I do. I'd have to run by three schools, so gawping would probably get me on a register. Though I am lucky enough to have a week in August booked in this place http://www.uniquehomestays.com/uniqu...ls.asp?id=1132 Can't wait!

Turbohot

Christ, you don't need anyone to run or walk with! I can understand that some people don't like going to the pub on their own, because it's really difficult to sit among other p7ssheads strangers and drink your coca cola. But going to gym, walking, running, solo yoga, solo HIT sort of things can be done easily by yourself. One shouldn't be that dependant on anyone tbh. Not even on your dog. No excuse for not walking if you don't have a dog, for example.