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Topic: Running
Posted By: Sono
Subject: Running
Date Posted: 22 May 2015 at 11:14pm
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Anyone else on here do any running of any sort if so what distances? I started doing this in March and I could barely make the 3km mark I know it's pathetic but I have stuck with this and was determined to improve and I am running my first 10km race on Sunday and aiming to enter the Dublin half marathon in September, a lot of training required but I'm hopeful. So not only am I getting fitter it clears the head and I feel a lot better in myself too, never thought I would get a buzz from running but there you go, half also lost half a stone in the meantime without trying very hard. All in all running is good! |
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Posted By: BabbsBalls
Date Posted: 22 May 2015 at 11:33pm
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Do 5k every couple of days with my dogs. Walk around 3k days in between. Running  ------------- l hear you are a racist now, father ? |
Posted By: Sham157
Date Posted: 22 May 2015 at 11:33pm
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Iif snapchat is anything to go by its all you do...... Good stuff though, well done |
Posted By: BabbsBalls
Date Posted: 22 May 2015 at 11:35pm
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LogYourRun is a great app if you like your running / walking / cycling . ------------- l hear you are a racist now, father ? |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 22 May 2015 at 11:44pm
You wouldn't be too far off Sham  Can definitely feel the benefits of it though, a very enoyable past time. |
Posted By: Sligo Hornet
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 12:08am
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Good for you Sono.....you have got the buzz.....I got hooked on distance running after having to give up football some many years ago.....physical challenge and a new experience....mental challenge I did two full marathons and dozens of half marathons...... was doing 2 races a month so needed very little training in between ------------- Wallet ?? What the fcuk is that ? |
Posted By: Shedite
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 9:33am
| Yeah I do a lot of running, done a few marathons, half, 10k's. Really enjoy getting out for a run on a Monday after a boozy weekend or after a rough day at work. Good for the mind. |
Posted By: horsebox
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 9:36am
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I don't think there is anything more boring than running. ------------- It was far across the sea, When the devil got a hold of me, He wouldn't set me free, So he kept me soul for ransom. na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na. I'm a sailor man from Glasgow to |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 10:07am
Used to think this myself but I'm hooked on it now, having the Phoenix park to use nearby is great and you feel great after a good run. @shedite how long did it take you to build up for a marathon or even half marathon? Serious training for both I'm sure, fair play  |
horsebox wrote:Posted By: Double Maxim
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 10:24am
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I've been out this morning for a short run only about 3.5/4 miles gradually getting back into it after heirna problems.
Back in the day I did the Sunderland half marathon three times and the Great North Run hopefully going to step it up with my brother.
Not a big fan of running on your own. ------------- Double Maxim without doubt the greatest drink in the world |
Posted By: daboi89
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 11:30am
| My goal for the end of the summer is 10 k in under 50 mins |
Posted By: The Huntacha
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 11:30am
Do you do run the main road in the park? Always see people running it and then turning back to go again, it's one long c*nt of a road so I'd say it's a pain in the hole to run. It's great to have targets like the race series to aim for, keeps you motivated. Best of luck in them. ------------- Jimmy Bullard - "Favorite band? Elastic." |
Posted By: RogerMilla
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 12:45pm
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I do a fair bit , just load up second captains and otb and you are sorted to ease the boredom Have done a couple of half marathons, I just do it to keep myself fit for football. ------------- The first time the Devil made me do it. The second time I did it on my own. |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:07pm
I run down by Blackhorse avenue up through the front of the park and back up, takes me up to just under 10km, I find that route tough but I have other ones when im not up to the longer distance, generally run 8km when I'm down there. @daboi the aim for tmw is in around the 55min mark, when I started out my times for 5k was very slow and I have knocked 4mins off that in a short space of time, you'd be surprised how much the fitness builds once you stick with it. |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:10pm
What kind of training do you do for the half marathons Milla? I'm not doing the one in September unless I know I'll be able to finish it and not be walking for a few k, run it or I'm out for me |
Posted By: daboi89
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:15pm
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I'll take that on board sono . Just back from 4k this morning. 22 minutes. My best 5k is 26.53 That run tactic app
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Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:19pm
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That's decent going, another thing I have been advised by people is to not increase distance at any one time by more than 10-15%, steady progress and you'll notice yourself when you get comfortable at say 4k when you're ready to step it up and go further, there is a great feeling knowing you're getting fitter, best of luck Daboi |
Posted By: RogerMilla
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:35pm
Started training for 10k races first sono. Concentrating on keeping moving and not stopping to walk. Me first race was a 7 k charity race. Then did a few 10k , started getting up to 14 and then 18. When I did me first halfer I had never ran 22k before but when you are in the competition you always push yourself more. Best thing is forget about any other distance except for 10k and see how you feel after you do one, there is practically one held every weekend around Dublin ------------- The first time the Devil made me do it. The second time I did it on my own. |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:40pm
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Tmw will be my first 10k race, we will see how that goes and take it from there, I generally get out 3/4 times a week or as much as I can. I would love to do the half marathon but will see how the training goes in the next few months, Gaz is considering it as well. I hear you on the not walking in any of the race tmw I don't think that will happen to be honest, I'll report back tmw and let you know how it goes. |
Posted By: RogerMilla
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 1:42pm
Good man , good luck! ------------- The first time the Devil made me do it. The second time I did it on my own. |
Posted By: Zinedine Kilbane 110
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 2:21pm
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I'd go running a few times a week, it's great for stress relief and you always feel much better for it. It's such an easy activity to get into and maintain regularly. I've done a few marathons but now I just stick to the 10k races/runs. ------------- |
Posted By: JohnnyD87
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 2:33pm
| Achill ultramarathon end of august. 3 x 10 mile runs a week and a half marathon 0nce a week, training /distance will increase over the nxt few weeks/months find it important also to do a bit of strength training on days off from the running. |
Posted By: Shedite
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 3:43pm
It's amazing him quickly it can build up if ya go 5-10% further each week
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Posted By: Gavintheslob
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 5:04pm
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Started doing a bit of running last year not too much maybe 2-3kms 2 or 3 times a week, doing a couple of 5k races this year Have to agree you do feel so much better after you have done it ------------- Its very frustrating being a Slob |
Posted By: Bo Jackson
Date Posted: 23 May 2015 at 5:31pm
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Took it up in my 3rd year of college, would regularly run 5km on the tradmill to finish my gym session. Recorded my times when I was in my final year and got my best at 21 minutes 50 seconds. Unfortunately around that time I went back playing Gaelic Football and the switching of surfaces caused damage to my knee ligaments. Happened again a year later when I was training for a triathlon so I dont go on treadmills anymore. Between general laziness and GAA & Soccer training, I don't go for a run as often anymore. Currently training for another triathlon in 2 weeks time and decided to time myself for the Darkness Into Light run 2 weeks ago, surprised myself by doing it in 22 minutes 8 seconds, having trouble with my hamstring of late but really enjoyed it. Will be doing a lot more in the lead up to the race. ------------- You don't know Bo? 2018 YBIG Fantasy Football Champ! |
Posted By: The Huntacha
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 8:51am
That sounds tough going, fair play. Strength training is actually really effective for increasing aerobic capacity in endurance athletes. There's plenty of ways to train for distance running without having to lash out the distances. ------------- Jimmy Bullard - "Favorite band? Elastic." |
Posted By: ShayGivensBum
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 11:22am
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Fair play. Love seeing people on a fitness buzz Portmarnock beach is a nice run sono. You should try there. |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:01pm
Race done, 52:11  absolutely delighted with the time, feel like a few pints now! |
Posted By: Sligo Hornet
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:28pm
Well done Sono... excellent time My PB for 10k is 38 minutes....but was a long while ago ------------- Wallet ?? What the fcuk is that ? |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:36pm
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Jaysus that's some time SH! I was on for 50mins up until 7km then I just crashed and slowed down but still reasonably happy considering I hadn't gone the full 10k distance before, onwards and upwards. |
Posted By: ShayGivensBum
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:40pm
| Well done. |
Posted By: Barna Bee
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:42pm
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Do 12.5k 2 to 3 times a week ....takes well over an hour but just to keep the weight down and engine ticking over ... As someone mentioned great for stress relief too....have been feeling sore shins /lower legs recently so have started to do a bit of swimming ...lucky to have the choice of 2 beautiful 50 m pools where I live so it's great too ------------- "in di cup for Tottinghang!" |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:44pm
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That's great running Barna fair play, read about your weight loss in the other thread, unbelievable achievement well done. |
Posted By: RogerMilla
Date Posted: 24 May 2015 at 12:50pm
That's class Sono, the sub 2hr halfer could be in your grasp ! ------------- The first time the Devil made me do it. The second time I did it on my own. |
Posted By: Double Maxim
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 6:28am
 ------------- Double Maxim without doubt the greatest drink in the world |
Posted By: Croftman
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 10:02am
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Fair play Sono, well done
Have just taken up the running too after about 2 years of doing nothing. Doing 4k twice a week at the minute (all that have time for) and its a struggle but am getting through it, be it with a couple of minutes rest whilst doing it. Only at it 3/4 weeks but can notice being able to go that little bit further each time before resting/stretching which is good I suppose. Aim is to try run a 5k race without stopping sometime during the summer and then maybe see if a 10k is possible down the line.
I agree with the feeling better part - the thoughts of going aren't too appealing, you question yourself when you're doing it & then when you're home and showered you feel the better of it and the head feels fresher. Good runners are a must though, had a old pair of Asics and had to upgrade at the weekend and noticed a huge difference last night on the ankles & knees.
Best of luck with it anyway, keep us updated ------------- Some people just deserve a slap |
Posted By: Gavintheslob
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 1:02pm
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will anybody be taking part in the rainbow run next month in Dun Laoighre ------------- Its very frustrating being a Slob |
Posted By: darmack
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 1:05pm
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Would love to do more running but I seem to have a gammy knee. Use to do a few laps of marley park (struggling) and it would often click with the joints until I'm unable to go any further. Often try a few k on treadmill as a warm up but then can't walk without limping. ------------- The dark side.. And the light |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 1:10pm
Date is it on and distance? Might pop over if I'm around |
Posted By: BigStrongMan
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 1:13pm
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Posted By: Gavintheslob
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 1:40pm
Is that what it is for, i thought it was for some charity its on Saturday June the 20th, only 5k Sono ------------- Its very frustrating being a Slob |
Posted By: horsebox
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 2:04pm
I think I know what this is based on the very little information you have given Check out - iliotibial band syndrome This can be easily enough resolved using a roller and stretching. I could be completely wrong though ------------- It was far across the sea, When the devil got a hold of me, He wouldn't set me free, So he kept me soul for ransom. na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na. I'm a sailor man from Glasgow to |
Posted By: Trigboy 10
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 2:23pm
| Started running a few years ago and lost over 3-4 stone! Absolutely love running now nearly go every day now for between 5-8 miles, done a 5k race last year and came 7th in 19.38 so was happy enough with that! |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 2:53pm
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Jaysus Trig that's an unbelievable time! Well done on the weight loss, have lost 10 pounds since March basically all down to running, haven't changed my diet at all really. Did you ever suffer from any foot pains starting out? Awful metatarsal pains in my right foot the past couple of weeks that I'm trying to sort out cos it's doing my head in. |
Posted By: Barna Bee
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 3:15pm
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I started using those decompression socks recently and now the aches in my shins have subsided enough to allow me to run again....anyone with muscle aches in their lower legs should try them. not sure about feet though ....Althoug I can say that if you are running any distance at all ....don't go cheap on the runnrs...get your stride analysed and ensure you buy the proper foot wear. They can save you knees etc too. A proper strectch out both before and after running cannot be underestimated either. ------------- "in di cup for Tottinghang!" |
Posted By: ParkLife
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 3:53pm
I've run one sub 20 minute 5K. And nearly coughed up a lung. I came to the realisation that I'll never run a sub 40min 10K so gave up. I'll do 2 or 3 10ks a week to keep ticking over. For anyone into running at any level I would highly recommend reading Born to run or Eat and run. Eat and Run being my favourite. That fella was a machine!! |
Posted By: heighway2heaven
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 3:56pm
I used to love running up until recently and had done a 10k. It was great to get out in the park with a good podcast in your ears. Constant shin splints has put paid to it though  ------------- http://giant.gfycat.com/LimpLittleArabianoryx.gif |
Posted By: Shedite
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 4:49pm
I'll do it someday!
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Posted By: Trigboy 10
Date Posted: 26 May 2015 at 5:49pm
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Posted By: Hoosay
Date Posted: 30 May 2015 at 2:31pm
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Downloaded the C25K app the other day and went out for my first run today (mainly walking to be fair with 1 minute jogs in between). Haven't done much running in years but need to get into it as I had a health check this morning and my weight was pretty shocking. So 8 weeks for now I should be running 5k pretty handy if this app is any good. |
Posted By: pre Madonna
Date Posted: 30 May 2015 at 2:41pm
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Don't know if this is the right place to put this story but was in the pub with a mate who does a lot of running, marathons etc. Local knob comes over trying to start a conversation "I see you are doing a lot of running Gareth"- Gareth "yeah, away from the likes of you". Top answer! ------------- Greed has won, big finance has won. Whatever small role elite clubs still play in the local communities from which they grew is dwarfed now by their position as global brands. |
Posted By: pre Madonna
Date Posted: 07 Jun 2015 at 11:31pm
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Right, I have managed to give up beer and put on weight. My diet has probably deteriorated a bit. Anyway, started running a bit but when I did it before I got shin splints. Have tried to remedy this by getting a proper pair of runners, I assume cheapo options may have been my problem. Any other advice? Not just on shin splints but on taking it up? Just doing it to help clear my head, lose a few pounds and get a bit fitter, not run a marathon! ------------- Greed has won, big finance has won. Whatever small role elite clubs still play in the local communities from which they grew is dwarfed now by their position as global brands. |
Posted By: drog addict
Date Posted: 07 Jun 2015 at 11:42pm
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Stay off the roads, paths and hard surfaces. Go jogging on grass or even on the beach and you won't suffer from shin splints plus it's better for your joints. ------------- Chips don't bounce |
Posted By: pre Madonna
Date Posted: 07 Jun 2015 at 11:45pm
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Beach sounds like a plan actually, didn't think of that! ------------- Greed has won, big finance has won. Whatever small role elite clubs still play in the local communities from which they grew is dwarfed now by their position as global brands. |
Posted By: drog addict
Date Posted: 07 Jun 2015 at 11:47pm
Don't bother with the runners on the beach if the sand is soft. ------------- Chips don't bounce |
Posted By: horsebox
Date Posted: 08 Jun 2015 at 10:43am
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Shin splints are the work of the devil. I had them or 2 years and had to rest for that time. Just try do less and stop before you feel the pain. Run on soft grass or sand. Get proper runners. Get Gait Analysis in Elvery's - I think it's free. Strengthen your calm muscles using a towell - google the exercises. Stretch your calf muscles every day for long periods - 60 seconds and then do some strengthen exercises too. The key is manage shin splints by not over doing it. ------------- It was far across the sea, When the devil got a hold of me, He wouldn't set me free, So he kept me soul for ransom. na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na. I'm a sailor man from Glasgow to |
Posted By: Bo Jackson
Date Posted: 08 Jun 2015 at 12:57pm
Completed the 23km triathlon I was (sort of) training for in last few weeks in 1 hour 26 minutes which I'm happy with for a first attempt. Nailed the running sections, keeping my 22 minute 5k time average.  There was another 2k after a kayak section and that was tough going but once I got myself into a rhythm it wasn't bad at all.------------- You don't know Bo? 2018 YBIG Fantasy Football Champ! |
Posted By: pre Madonna
Date Posted: 08 Jun 2015 at 1:48pm
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Thanks horsebox, I appreciate all the advise. Just off for a trot now. Fair play Bo👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 slab of beer and a greasy snack box to celebrate? ------------- Greed has won, big finance has won. Whatever small role elite clubs still play in the local communities from which they grew is dwarfed now by their position as global brands. |
Posted By: jamo1
Date Posted: 08 Jun 2015 at 1:49pm
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Do 5k on treadmill with 1.0% incline, just about manage it in under 30 mins. ------------- Del Boy: You do know what a pyscopath is dont you Grandad Grandad: Of course i know what a Pyscopath is, its a fella who dresses up in womens clothes. |
Posted By: whitesideOnside
Date Posted: 09 Jun 2015 at 12:27am
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I often wonder why so many runners become consumed with distance. There's a near epidemic of people who have taken up running and their great aim is to run a marathon. I do some running but keep to less than 10k and try to improve the times. Unless you are a proper athlete, doing serious training and strectching, a marathon will damage your body and cause you to become slower. My aim this summer is to run a 5k in under 20 minutes. Anyway, each to their own I guess, |
Posted By: Bo Jackson
Date Posted: 09 Jun 2015 at 12:31am
copious amounts of alcohol were consumed with fast food to soak it up on saturday! ------------- You don't know Bo? 2018 YBIG Fantasy Football Champ! |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 11 Jul 2015 at 9:20am
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Still aiming to do this half marathon in September, there's a 10mile race in August in the park which will be a decent indicator whether I will be up to this or not. I recently started running on grass and the difference it has made to my right foot has been massive, no longer running on concrete the impact was absolutely killing me. Off out for 12k in a few, lovely morning for it |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 1:30pm
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8.5k Saturday 7k Sunday and 10k last night, not quite good enough for half marathon but hoping I can manage the 10mile race on 22nd August, although the thoughts of running on concrete really is putting me off. Anyone else on here training for marathon or half even? |
Posted By: Green Devil
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 1:35pm
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The thread-mill is the only place I can really do long distance running on tbh. I've hamstring tendonitis and a metal rod holding my left leg together so hard ground is a no-no and the soft ground is a nightmare for my hamstrings. ------------- "He drives two Ferraris; I think he's a very lucky lad to have 50 caps for Ireland," Eamonn Dunphy on Glenn Whelan |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 1:37pm
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Would you not find the treadmill very boring GD? Never knew how many niggles you could pick up running it's a right pain in the hoop! |
Posted By: Green Devil
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 2:15pm
It's not overly exciting but it has its advantages, I'd have the towel beside me, a water bottle, no fear of getting drenched from the rain etc. Ah stop, shin splints are a curse mate! Take plenty of hot baths with radox muscle soak its a life saver. Also get yourself a foam roller if you don't have one. ------------- "He drives two Ferraris; I think he's a very lucky lad to have 50 caps for Ireland," Eamonn Dunphy on Glenn Whelan |
Posted By: heighway2heaven
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 3:39pm
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Good advice, GD. Also, get some epsom salts from the chemist and lob them in with the radox. ------------- http://giant.gfycat.com/LimpLittleArabianoryx.gif |
Posted By: JohnnyD87
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 4:24pm
Hav an ultra end of august, if your doin that trainin above on a weekly basis n maybe a day or two of hiit trainin you'd have no issues with a half marathon come the 22nd august |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 6:00pm
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That's the thing Johnny I'm not really doing anything else at the minute other than the running, need to sort it out and get into some classes maybe. @GD and H2H thanks for the advice I have noted this and intend to use it! |
Posted By: JohnnyD87
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 6:57pm
If poss try get a few hours a week out cycling, gd for improvin performance ova distances like 5k, 10k, half marathon, also gd if ya can do some swimmin, beneficial say after doin a 10k (on your rest days). |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 7:01pm
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Cheers Johnny appreciate the help
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Posted By: Sligo Hornet
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 7:34pm
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Johnny is spot on Sono....variety is key as well as changing distance for pace ...the body and brain get complacent....I run 5k fast or slower 10k 3 or 4 times a week.... and my walking will be a long steady 30-40 miles then next weekend a shorter faster walk of only 20 miles ------------- Wallet ?? What the fcuk is that ? |
Posted By: Butch
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 8:13pm
| I used to jog 8k Mon-Fri every most evenings for a few years with a mate but he then moved to Oz & was going out on my own . It wasn't the same and soon gave it up . This summer I have started doing it on my own & enjoying it again . If ye are jogging on the beach make sure its on the flat & not at a slope as it is very bad for the hips & will give you big problems in later years . I did 4.4k in 23mins with a very steep hill thrown into that distance so not a bad time & hope to wipe 4 mins of that before mid August |
Posted By: dotts101
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2015 at 11:30pm
| only really do it on a threadmill, normally only do 3-5k. quickest is 5k in 20.31 2years ago but then went to oz and soon gave up the running, gearing up to do 5k in 20mins, did 4k in 18mins 2days ago so hopefull |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 18 Jul 2015 at 7:30pm
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Completed 13k today, only 3k off the race in August, absolutely delighted to see the progress since I started in March. Just need to keep going and push myself as much as I can and I should be able for the 10miler. |
Posted By: Butch
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 9:55pm
| Gonna get a new pair of running shoes . Anyone have any Sketchers jogging shoes or recommend a decent pair , md choice out there now |
Posted By: SByrne24
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 9:56pm
| Asics Gel, never done my wrong yet. |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 10:08pm
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Got asics ones myself too, got them online for €75 and lifestyle wanted €125 for the same pair, butch you want the name of the site I bought off? |
Posted By: Butch
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 11:01pm
Yea send it on please and thanks |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 11:06pm
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Sorry on phone so can't post link properly but this is the site, highly recommend them and you should save yourself a few quid. http://www.runningwarehouse.eu/ |
Posted By: Butch
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 11:17pm
Sound , will have a flick through tomorrow |
Posted By: foggy.nelson
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2015 at 11:30pm
| Nike free are pretty good I find, felt a huge difference between then and the Adidas running ones I had before them |
Posted By: rossieman
Date Posted: 23 Jul 2015 at 12:02am
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If you are going to be spending a decent wedge on a pair of running shoes,its a good idea to go to one of the specialist shops. Amphibian King are supposed to be very good. |
Posted By: Shedite
Date Posted: 23 Jul 2015 at 9:39am
| M&Mdirect are good for Asics too - much cheaper than town |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 21 Aug 2015 at 9:58pm
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10mile race in the Phoenix park tmw morning, anyone else entering it? Will be a good indicator to see where I'm at for the half marathon in a few weeks. A huge turnout expected and good luck to anyone doing it. |
Posted By: Trigboy 10
Date Posted: 21 Aug 2015 at 10:26pm
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Posted By: Sligo Hornet
Date Posted: 21 Aug 2015 at 10:37pm
Best of luck Sono.....most of all... enjoy the buzz/event...I love 10 mile / half marathons. ....you can "race" twice a month and not have to train |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 23 Aug 2015 at 10:28am
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Cheers lads, completed it in 1:26 so was very happy with that, pace dropped considerably in the last 3k as it was uphill and a massive struggle! Over 5k there and a great day to involved, roll on the half marathon on 19th sept 👍 |
Posted By: Sligo Hornet
Date Posted: 23 Aug 2015 at 12:01pm
Good work Sono 1:26 is my PB for a half marathon |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 7:51am
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Jaysus Hornet only seen your post now, 1:26 for a half marathon that's a serious pace! 2 weeks till the half marathon and feeling good about it, if I get under the 2hr mark I'll be happy enough just need to keep the training up between now and race day. |
Posted By: cliffrichard
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 11:38am
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Good man Sono, glad to see a bit of interest here for the oul running. I'm doing the Berlin Marathon in three weeks time. H'on.
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Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 11:45am
what kinda time you aiming for? I might aim for full marathon next October if I stick with it during the winter. Best of luck with it and let us know how it goes. |
Posted By: cliffrichard
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 2:55pm
| Hopefully sub 3. Ran 3'09 two years ago in Dublin. Was on course for 2'49 when the wheels came off spectacularly. |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 3:17pm
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f**king hell that is some time fair play, unbelievable stuff. |
Posted By: BabbsBalls
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 3:27pm
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If only he was that quick to go up and get the pints in .. ------------- l hear you are a racist now, father ? |
Posted By: cliffrichard
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2015 at 4:58pm
First round in Warsaw is on you for that spurious accusation
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Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2015 at 7:27pm
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Dublin half marathon in the morning, anyone else on here doing it? Not too nervous but probably will be when I see 10,000 people lined up trying to get out of that is gonna be a nightmare but it's all part of it I guess. Best of luck to anyone who is doing it, should be a great day for it |
Posted By: Sham157
Date Posted: 19 Sep 2015 at 8:08pm
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23 yr old man died close the finish line today following a cardiac event according to organisers. Very sad. RIP How'd you get on Sono? |
Posted By: Sono
Date Posted: 19 Sep 2015 at 8:14pm
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Ran past him towards the finish and there was a load of people around him, at the time I didn't think too much of it but when I read the news I was shocked, awful sad news and puts it all into perspective. On my run I did it 2hrs bang on so was reasonably pleased even though the app on my phone said I had completed nearly 1km over the half marathon distance so dunno what happened there. It was a great day and just a shame that happened to the young man. |
Posted By: Sham157
Date Posted: 19 Sep 2015 at 8:16pm
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Yeah sad alright, go for a run and dont go home...... Well done yourself thought |