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#5,651
#5,651
Shoes are very important if you want to to run regularly. They can help prevent pain/soreness/injury.


As far as surface it doesn't matter. What matter is what you're working. Aerobic or anaerobic. You need to do both to improve.

My first "race" was a half marathon. The distance is up to you. What do you want to do?

I wouldn't run more than 4 days a week IMO. You need to give your body time to recover. People forget about recovery(not just for running) and it's one of the most important aspects.
 
#5,653
#5,653
Daloth said:
So, I've been running a bit for fun the past few months. I did my first 5k in october at the susan G komen race for the cure (it was ~30 degrees that morning) and I did it in 27.19

I didn't get special shoes other than what I normally work out in or really do anything other than run 3-4 times a week, and I've not changed my diet up at all.

I have a few questions if you smarter people don't mind answering.

Is 27.19 a good first time? I'm 23 years old if that helps. I really think the cold added a lot to my time, but I have no way of proving it.

Do you guys recommend running roads/trails/parks more than a treadmill? and do you have some pattern that you do? What I've been doing is run 4 miles or so and then do some light weights and body weight stuff after the run, and I do this 3 or 4 times a week, usually M/W/F, but a lot of times I still run a mile or two on my off days or do some other cardio.

Would you guys recommend doing more 5k's and short races before moving up? or does it even matter really?

Sorry if some of these questions seem stupid, but nobody where I live really does anything like this, and the hundreds of articles you can find online seem to assume you're changing diet or things like that, so really any advice would be much appreciated.
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As already stated shoes are very important if you are going to start running on a regular basis. You might be able to run in the shoes you have now for a little while without injury but if you plan on increasing your amount of running they will end up hurting you in the long run. (shin splints, sore ankles).

As far as where to run it's really up to you but I would recommend trying to mix it up because you will get bord and it will make you not enjoy your runs. I will say this if you decide to do some trail runs make sure to take it slow the first few times because trail running is completely different and take some different muscles if you are running a really rocky trail.

If you want to improve your 5k time make sure you are working your core and doing some speed training. There are several speed training workouts to follow out there. Look some up and see which one sounds this best to you. Bare in mind that none of the speed training, if done correctly, is going to be a ton of fun but if you want to improve your time it's one of the best ways to do it.

Good luck and keep us posted in this thread on how your progressing.
 
#5,654
#5,654
Daloth said:
1. Any clue on prices for something like that? I know I should get them if I'm gonna be serious about it, which I do fully intend to, but I know I've had days in high school/college where we ran for hours as punishment in basketball/football and it never bothered me, so I've been putting it off as long as I can.

2. I'm 6ft and anywhere from 178-182, its never consistent really. Id say I'm athletic build, but not 8 pack ripped.

3. I worry that I'm gonna run too much honestly. I started at 3 days a week and nothing else, then once I got to where I could do 3 miles it almost felt too easy. I live in a pretty hilly area to run, so going for speed isn't always too easy, but I nearly always lift some stuff after I run if I can. I just didn't know if 5-6 workouts is too much for long distance like this.

I appreciate the help and such fast replies. I can certainly say, the 5k in frost was not fun in action, and there were like 10,000 people there. But I did feel great after.
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1. You will spend $80-120 depending on the style and brand. No brand is better than the other just depends on what fit you best. Runners World has shoe reviews you can check out online.

2. That is a good time for your first race especially being a Komen race. If it's anything like the one here, it's disorganized chaos. It makes a Color Run look like an Olympic event. There should be a 5k or 10k in your nearest town in late March or April. Sign up and train for it.

3. The number of days you run depends on what you are training for. Shorter races require more intense speed work which means you need more time to recover. Longer races you need to build mileage but it's done at a less intensive pace. Generally 5/10k runs 3-4 days, half marathon 4-5 days and marathon/ultra 5-6 days/week. Every 4th week will be a recovery week where you basically run at half speed. Training weeks usually break down with a day for speed work. If it's not flat there try going to a park or high school track. One day for hills to build power. One day that builds toward your goal distance at a moderately intensive pace. Any other days should be at an easy pace. Google Hal Higdon or Runners World for training plans.
 
#5,655
#5,655
volfanbill said:
Still debating whether to do a half for full in March, but now I definitely have a full lined up for May. Yankee, if you can make the trek you should jump in on this:

All American Marathon & Mike to Mike Half Marathon
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If I wasn't headed to Alaska in a free days I would :)

I've already signed up for a full in Anchorage in August. It was one of the marathons all marathoners should run list
 
#5,656
#5,656
Orangesmokey said:
As already stated shoes are very important if you are going to start running on a regular basis. You might be able to run in the shoes you have now for a little while without injury but if you plan on increasing your amount of running they will end up hurting you in the long run. (shin splints, sore ankles).

As far as where to run it's really up to you but I would recommend trying to mix it up because you will get bord and it will make you not enjoy your runs. I will say this if you decide to do some trail runs make sure to take it slow the first few times because trail running is completely different and take some different muscles if you are running a really rocky trail.

If you want to improve your 5k time make sure you are working your core and doing some speed training. There are several speed training workouts to follow out there. Look some up and see which one sounds this best to you. Bare in mind that none of the speed training, if done correctly, is going to be a ton of fun but if you want to improve your time it's one of the best ways to do it.

Good luck and keep us posted in this thread on how your progressing.
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ALL OF THIS! You know you are sick, sick individual when the speed training becomes fun. I've actually been pumped knowing I caused myself to throw up. I need to get back to those days.

I do crossfit on the side, and lately I've been adding bike work. I run 3 days a week when not training for a half or full. 1 short run (2-3 miles), one long run (6+) and a speed day. On speed days I typically add stairs too. On crossfit days (twice a week) a jog a mile or two to warm up and jog a mile to cool down.
 
#5,657
#5,657
I was afraid you'd already be in Alaska. To my knowledge, this is the first time Bragg/Fayetteville is doing this. There's a handful of good hills in this marathon, but I'm hoping for a good time since I know the course REALLY well haha.
 
#5,658
#5,658
volfanbill said:
ALL OF THIS! You know you are sick, sick individual when the speed training becomes fun. I've actually been pumped knowing I caused myself to throw up. I need to get back to those days.

I do crossfit on the side, and lately I've been adding bike work. I run 3 days a week when not training for a half or full. 1 short run (2-3 miles), one long run (6+) and a speed day. On speed days I typically add stairs too. On crossfit days (twice a week) a jog a mile or two to warm up and jog a mile to cool down.
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I have thrown up yet on my speed training. I guess I need to push myself a little harder. I have thrown up before on a six mile run pushing myself to have my average pace right at 7:15 or so. Man did I feel awesome afterwards though.
 
#5,659
#5,659
volfanbill said:
I was afraid you'd already be in Alaska. To my knowledge, this is the first time Bragg/Fayetteville is doing this. There's a handful of good hills in this marathon, but I'm hoping for a good time since I know the course REALLY well haha.
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Running until you throw up actually isn't a good thing.
 
#5,669
#5,669
Orangesmokey said:
What's the weather going to be like for that race?
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Who knows. This is my second year and I get the impression that the weather is different every year. Last year it was mid-20s at the start and almost 40 by the afternoon. That was considered an ideal day. Some years it's snowed. The worst would be if we have a wet cold winter because there are probably a dozen creek crossings.
 
#5,670
#5,670
tri_vol said:
Who knows. This is my second year and I get the impression that the weather is different every year. Last year it was mid-20s at the start and almost 40 by the afternoon. That was considered an ideal day. Some years it's snowed. The worst would be if we have a wet cold winter because there are probably a dozen creek crossings.
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Wow. I bet it's fun though. I would love to do something like that. I need to sign up for a trail race soon.
 
#5,673
#5,673
started what was supposed to be a 4 mile run or so by going through the parking lot here to get to the trails behind our company area. Discovered I had a flat tire. Wheeeee.
 
#5,674
#5,674
Wooohooo! New 5k pr! 25:53. Over 300 miles since mid august!

Pumped to break two barriers. Really wanted that 25:xx!!!

I was running hard and angry.
 
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