Where's my MISC runners at?

[RockyIV]

Runkeeper GPS doesn't seem to be working for my phone. Anybody have good APPS they use?

Strava

[Scarletto]

Hey guys, decided to abandon weightlifting and move more into sprinting/running.

I've completed 5K and 10Ks before.

Next goal is to complete a half marathon and eventually a marathon before the end of next year.

Any tips?

[jubjubrsx]

Hey guys, decided to abandon weightlifting and move more into sprinting/running.

I've completed 5K and 10Ks before.

Next goal is to complete a half marathon and eventually a marathon before the end of next year.

Any tips?

get a good pair of comfortable shoes and good socks.

[stu4rt]

I started window shopping for running shoes after realising my Skechers Go Meb3 is almost worn. I bought these less than a year ago after I realised part of the reason of my knee pain was due to the worn out shoes. These are the first expensive shoes I bought but they are not as durable as I thought they would be, as per their price. They were fast and light,though.

I have started reading, mostly runningshoesguru and I managed to narrowed my choices down to Asics 33FA($91),Asics Gel Zaraca 4($85), Saucony Zealot($107) and Asics Kayano 22($171), which I can get from local retailers. While I was window shopping at the Asics retail store, I was offered the last pair of a particular model of Asics Kayano 22 ($119 after discount) for a considerable discount. Now, I am more drawn towards Kayano due to the discounted price and reviews of Kayano.

The review on runningshoesguru noted that the higher price of Asics products means higher durability. Does it mean Kayano is the most durable?

Right now, I have 2 running shoes including GoMeb3 which I use for my daily run, average distance of 6 miles(5 days per week).

[1quick1]

I'm working on stepping up my cardio game. For some reason over the last 10 years of adding muscle my running went to shiit. I'm going to add sprints/HIIT to see if it helps increase my V02 max.

[MrBungle11]

Finally back in Australia...heres my bling from the San Diego Marathon.



Haven't run much at all the last 2 weeks and coming back to winter just makes my desire to run die in the ass

[irTim]

First time seeing this thread, going to try and keep up with it after having been inactive on the misc for ages!

Always have been into running, but recently got into it far more frequently, well daily, current goal is to hit a sub 8min30s 1.5 mile return time (first 1.5mile in 12:00mins and another 1.5mile as quickly as possible straight after), not too far off it at the moment achieving 8:52 today. And another small goal is too reduce my 10km time to under 40 minutes.

My current training plan involves having very intensive days every other day with gentle short runs (6km) in between, the intensive days can consist of any of the following, hill sprints, long distance runs, bleep test, short quick runs, HIIT. Luckily running everyday works for me and I am not injury prone at all which I am extremely grateful for, however this comes at the sacrifice of having chicken legs.

One thing I've noticed in this thread after reading through is that a lot of you guys tend to spend loads on your trainers! Personally I think there is no need as a simple £30-40 pair of trainers work absolutely perfectly for me, there is no need at all to be buying "fashion" trainers to run in.

[MrBungle11]

One thing I've noticed in this thread after reading through is that a lot of you guys tend to spend loads on your trainers! Personally I think there is no need as a simple £30-40 pair of trainers work absolutely perfectly for me, there is no need at all to be buying "fashion" trainers to run in.

Everyone's different. I've gone through a lot of shoes in the past 20 years and found the more expensive shoes fit me better. Also why not? Not like running has a lot of other expenses, so its nice to spend a little extra on something you want as to need.

[jubjubrsx]

I know this might sound bad but you get what you pay for...more expensive socks tend to give me less blisters, and the more expensive shoes fit better and typically last longer. keep in mind that basic trainers are meant to be a jack of all trades, basically you get the right tool for the job. running shoes for running crossfit shoes for crossfit, and lifting shoes for lifting.

kind of like saying yes buying a kia is alot cheaper than benz....which do you think is built better, and will last longer.....

[RockyIV]

First 5 mile run in a few months yesterday and it was ugly. I slept in a little and started at 9:30 with the heat that was a big mistake. In winter I could run 5 miles with no problem but this heat is a game changer.

Just gotta get more consistent with running in the heat.

[jdrush]

First 5 mile run in a few months yesterday and it was ugly. I slept in a little and started at 9:30 with the heat that was a big mistake. In winter I could run 5 miles with no problem but this heat is a game changer.

Just gotta get more consistent with running in the heat.

I gotta get up at 5:30 to do my long run on Saturday. The heat will kill me otherwise.

[stu4rt]

Agree with the heat. Joined Spotify run once,the run was supposed to end in the evening,as there would be a post run concert. So, the run had to be in the afternoon where the heat is unbearable.

I disliked running in the early morning,till this run.

[RockyIV]

I gotta get up at 5:30 to do my long run on Saturday. The heat will kill me otherwise.

This is what I need to do. Get up early and run and know that I'll take a nap later in the day so I'm not dead.

[RockyIV]

Can you all tell me if this is still the king of socks or has anyone surpassed them?

https://www.balega.com/

I'm a big swiftwick fan

I've used smartwool in the past as well.

I had balega's when I first started running but didn't like them as much as the others

[x-trainer ben]

I started window shopping for running shoes after realising my Skechers Go Meb3 is almost worn. I bought these less than a year ago after I realised part of the reason of my knee pain was due to the worn out shoes. These are the first expensive shoes I bought but they are not as durable as I thought they would be, as per their price. They were fast and light,though.

I have started reading, mostly runningshoesguru and I managed to narrowed my choices down to Asics 33FA($91),Asics Gel Zaraca 4($85), Saucony Zealot($107) and Asics Kayano 22($171), which I can get from local retailers. While I was window shopping at the Asics retail store, I was offered the last pair of a particular model of Asics Kayano 22 ($119 after discount) for a considerable discount. Now, I am more drawn towards Kayano due to the discounted price and reviews of Kayano.

The review on runningshoesguru noted that the higher price of Asics products means higher durability. Does it mean Kayano is the most durable?

Right now, I have 2 running shoes including GoMeb3 which I use for my daily run, average distance of 6 miles(5 days per week).

Shoe durability varies from person to person so i would just assume 300 miles per pair regardless of cost. You may get a few more or a few less.

[x-trainer ben]

I'm a big swiftwick fan

I've used smartwool in the past as well.

I had balega's when I first started running but didn't like them as much as the others

Thanks, doing my reading now.

[MrBungle11]

injinji is my favorite, toe socks prevent blisters.

I bought a pair for my marathon based on what people said in here. I hate things between my toes and was positive I'd hate them but tried them and...they were awesome. I want to buy 10 more pairs haha

[JD805]

First time posting here and don't feel like reading the whole thread but any advice on how to avoid knee injuries ? I've been running for years and today was the first time that my knees started to hurt real bad.

[MrDevereaux]

Guys, I'm witnessing something weird lately. I'm seeing a lot of people running in normal clothes - like jeans, chinos, shoes. They're not running for buses or trains or anything like that, just running. There's one dude I see every day I run dressed in chinos and a turtle neck. Is this a thing? I can only put it down to these characters wanting to be fully prepared to run in all circumstances, not just when wearing ideal running kit. Kind of mirin'.

[DicedPineapples]

Been a while since I posted some results, but 2016 race season is going well for me.

May - The endurance society infinitus trail marathon - 1st place in 4:09
https://www.strava.com/activities/591132858

June - Manitous Revenge 54miler - 3rd place in 12:16 (won $75 so pro runner status :P). This was a pretty crazy race though the catskill mountains. Including around 15mi on a trail called devil's path. It's been called the hardest trail in the eastern US.
https://www.strava.com/activities/613479914

Headed up to NH for a pemi loop and presi traverse next weekend!

Next up is Vermont 100 in a few weeks.

god damn mirin results

as a New Yorker I've heard of Manitou's but have always been too intimidated to try it.

What tips would you give someone who wants to get into ultrarunning? What's your training like, etc?

I've run a bunch of half's and three full marathons but I'm curious about moving up in distance and trying something like a 50K

[MrBungle11]

I've run a bunch of half's and three full marathons but I'm curious about moving up in distance and trying something like a 50K

Also keen to know more about this

[stu4rt]

First time posting here and don't feel like reading the whole thread but any advice on how to avoid knee injuries ? I've been running for years and today was the first time that my knees started to hurt real bad.

Probably shorter stride, shoes, increase mileage slowly (increase up to a maximum of 10 miles, total weekly mileage, after 4 weeks) and rest when there is pain? Those were things I didn't really pay attention to until I was put out of running for a few months and had to use crutches.

[RockyIV]

Also keen to know more about this

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A friend of mine has run many 50k and 50 milers. He said that if you have a couple of marathons under your belt you can transition to a 50k pretty easy assuming you aren't going for your first on with way more elevation change or altitude. It's only 5 more miles. If you aren't a trail runner it's a different way of running but you can adapt.

The big change is when you move to the 50 miler. That's different with regard to training and nutrition.

There are some good books out about this topic

check out Hal Koerner's Field Guide to Ultrarunning

Much better crowd to run with vs road runners who tend to have an attidude of elitiesm for just running. Ultrarunners are much more hippie, chill and laid back.

[sgregor249]

god damn mirin results

as a New Yorker I've heard of Manitou's but have always been too intimidated to try it.

What tips would you give someone who wants to get into ultrarunning? What's your training like, etc?

I've run a bunch of half's and three full marathons but I'm curious about moving up in distance and trying something like a 50K

I usually run like 50-75mi per week. back to back long runs on are important. for example 30mi sat 20mi sunday, but thats something someone training for a 100miler would do. maybe 20,10 for a 50k or 50mi.

check out ultraladies plan online for free. they have plans for many distances.

i like rentless progress forward plans too.

hal koerners plans were mentioned, but his are 6 days of running per week.

marathon to 50k is all mental. 5 mi isn't a significant difference. however running on trails rather than flat ground is pretty different.

tips:
-injinji toe socks prevent blisters
-use lube on your toes and other areas, such as trail toes or body glide
-i like thick soled shoes (altra olympus, or hoka [hoka is too narrow for me])
-experiment with nutrition until you find something you like.
-soda in races is awesome
-dont ramp up your training too quickly or youll get injured
-stretch
-learn to not need a lot of food or water during a run
-explore your area in training runs, try to section run big trails
-race in places that intrigue you, big mountains or whatever you like
-running these races takes a lot of training time, i dont know how people with kids do it

[MrBungle11]

-running these races takes a lot of training time, i dont know how people with kids do it

that's the biggest problem I have, finding time away from the responsibilities. I do most of my long runs early morning but would be still nice to spend a weekend doing some big miles

[jubjubrsx]

Is it just me or does everyone find running at night more difficult than in the morning?

I always train in the morning (330-4am range) tonight though, I have a moonlight race that starts at like 7pm. Going to have to see how this goes.

[zzfh]

Is it just me or does everyone find running at night more difficult than in the morning?

I always train in the morning (330-4am range) tonight though, I have a moonlight race that starts at like 7pm. Going to have to see how this goes.

nope. opposite. easy at night,horrible in the am.

[stu4rt]

Night run was difficult for me, though the 16km run, that I joined, had Redbull drinks and bananas at most of their water stations.

Probably due to the meals that I had prior to the run.

[harmsxwhey]

Runner brahs. Need some help. Being in the military, the need for endurance is more than obvious. I have passed all PT tests, but have failed to get in the high 90s solely because of my run time. Best 1.5 mile is 10:47, last test was a 12:23 (also chocking that up to choosing to schedule my test time at 10 am, when it was already almost 100 degrees outside). I know 1.5 miles is not a long distance, but I'm also trying to go to Ranger school, which requires a sub-40 minute 5 mile. Again, not a long distance, but for someone who trained in powerlifting for 2 years with next to zero cardio, it's a feat. I've noticed my first problem is lower back fatigue. After about 3/4 mile, my lower back will start burning and aching. I know I have APT, so I'm assuming that has a lot to do with it, but I've also noticed that stretching my IT bands prior to running helps a small amount. From different sources, I've heard keeping IT bands tight is actually better for you, at least in lifting weights, but I'm not sure that translates to running. Secondly, Nike Free Runs are not doing it for me. I'm looking for a shoe designed specifically for running. I've looked around and have narrowed it down to a select few brands (Brooks, Asics, and Salomon), with the Salomon Speedcross 3. Anyone have good experiences with these shoes? Lastly, not only is my problem just in my lower back, but I just simply don't have the endurance for distance running. After a 2.5-mile a couple weeks ago, I was gasping for air and felt like I was having an asthma attack. Obviously, just running more is going to help this, but I've been doing 30/60 intervals roughly 2-3 times a week for the past couple of weeks. Is this going to be beneficial in increasing my lung capacity/endurance, or is this just mainly for help with speed?

Thanks, brahs.

[stu4rt]

I'm still a newbie in running and have only run in Adidas and Skechers. So, I couldn't help you in the shoes. But, here are some of the videos that helped me understand more on how to train for a run.

Interval training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dQEwJhHWXk

About endurance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veAQ73OJdwY

I used to do mostly short hill runs due to time constraints,work during weekdays and classes at weeknights for a few months. I found myself struggling in running more than 10km. But, the situation changed after I spent more time in running 3 miles during the weekdays with occasional 6 miles run regularly.

I may be wrong here, as I am still learning.