Running shoes?

[996 sps]

Watch they don't try and flog you a load of duff insoles, it should really a qualified podiatrist or orthotist who conducts a gait analysis but they do them in good running shop, just watch your spending figures on something thats fairly simple.

[okgo]

http://www.milletsports.co.uk/productmore.php?pid=...


Bought these for £45

[okgo]

Just arrived, look like top bits of kit. Tried them on, fit very well and feel very comfortable.

Any opinions on them?

[Allblackdup]

Look nice and that's a good price too. The proper test will be when you go for a run with them. Let us know how you get on.

[okgo]

The shoes are great, however I am very st at running..

I have found I can do about 3km on the treadmill at 12kmph and I am ok. Tonight though I ran outside next to the thames and found it much harder?

Still loving it, although I get bad dry mouth..

[sjg]

Treadmills are easier as you're not having to push yourself forward - effectively you're just bouncing the spot. Put the incline up to 2-3% to better simulate road running.

[okgo]

thegavster said:

If you want to get out more there's a running club up the road which I go to every week, they cater for all abilities.

Yes that makes sense about the treadmill, didn't think of that, tbh as I live next to the Thames and bushy park I want to try and keep it outside

I find it hard to believe they cater for me as I have to stop every 500m for a few seconds..I find it really hard..

Where are they based Gav?

[The jiffle king]

okgo said:

thegavster said:

If you want to get out more there's a running club up the road which I go to every week, they cater for all abilities.

Yes that makes sense about the treadmill, didn't think of that, tbh as I live next to the Thames and bushy park I want to try and keep it outside

I find it hard to believe they cater for me as I have to stop every 500m for a few seconds..I find it really hard..

Where are they based Gav?

I'd hope that the running club will cater for your. Most do and will help you build up your stamina and look after you.

If you live near Bushy Park, worth signing up for the BPTT (5k time trial on a Saturday 9am) which is free and runs every week

T-J-K

[Dirty Boy]

Well.

I did my first run last night, popped in a 4.5 mile run (jog?) home from work.

Reading this makes me worry, I have some Nikes and my right knee was starting to feel uncomfortable nearing home.

However, i'm convinced this is partly down to my weight (5'10 and currently 13 stone)

I've always been fairly muscular, but now it's fat, so coupled with the fact the love handles made my back ache slightly i'm sure if I get the weight off quickly, these problems will ease, but having decent trainers may help. Mine are probably 3 years old.

Do I need Glen Hoddle shorts to run in ? Or those fancy tights ?

It worth spending on the right gear other than trainers, i'm wearing footy tops/shorts at the moment.

PS Only 103 days to the London Marathon

[ewenm]

I'd find a decent running shop (so running specialist, not chain) and talk to them. Definitely invest in some decent trainers. You may find proper running kit is more comfortable (especially in the hours of the marathon) than football kit.

[Dirty Boy]

thegavster said:

I wouldn't worry about spending loads on gear apart from shoes, I find having the right stuff is most important when it's really, really cold. I've bought a few bits from TK Maxx, they have some stuff dirt cheap and it's worth getting some 'tech' tops.

Are you running the London Marathon then?

Yep

Only found out this week that I had a place, reality is hitting home about how hard this is going to be, as i've really let myself go this Christmas - partly due to being gutted I didn't get accepted in the ballot in October

Long hard slog ahead...

I'll give TKMaxx a look, it was bloody freezing last night!

[captainzep]

Dirty Boy said:

Well.

I did my first run last night, popped in a 4.5 mile run (jog?) home from work.

Reading this makes me worry, I have some Nikes and my right knee was starting to feel uncomfortable nearing home.

However, i'm convinced this is partly down to my weight (5'10 and currently 13 stone)

I've always been fairly muscular, but now it's fat, so coupled with the fact the love handles made my back ache slightly i'm sure if I get the weight off quickly, these problems will ease, but having decent trainers may help. Mine are probably 3 years old.

Do I need Glen Hoddle shorts to run in ? Or those fancy tights ?

It worth spending on the right gear other than trainers, i'm wearing footy tops/shorts at the moment.

PS Only 103 days to the London Marathon

Weight makes a huge difference to the 'feel' of your legs during a run. -Although 13 stone @ 5'10" shouldn't cause too many problems. I'm pushing through 10k Sunday runs @15 stone. My calf muscles hate me though.

I get all my running gear (not trainers) from discount warehouse style places. Adidas/Nike etc brands but last year's stuff/seconds. If you start suffering from blisters, then specialised socks make a difference for some.

A technical 'wicking' top is a good idea to take the sweat away from your body, (and they dry quickly when washed). But no need to spend lots. I shy away from Alan Partridge style running shorts but currently wear those 'tights' things in the cold weather. You'll get the odd beeped horn from a Corsa full of sgs but this is quite nice in its own way.

[okgo]

I have to say the Asics I bought have been great. No pains for me from any of the running, and I am over 15 stone and 6.1. Probably why I find it so hard to keep up with my 12 stone flatmate who seemingly has smoked for five years and done no fitness training and still runs rings around me.

[mrcosmos]

Hi fellow runners,if i can pass on some different advice[18 marathons to date].Trainers for around £45 are perfect but all insoles are rubbish.I remove them and instead fit Sorbothane"full strike"insoles[about £18]which last a few years.When the shoes wear out fit the insoles to the new shoes.Have done up to 90miles per week with no problems.Regards,Dave.

[dave_s13]

mrcosmos said:

Hi fellow runners,if i can pass on some different advice[18 marathons to date].Trainers for around £45 are perfect but all insoles are rubbish.I remove them and instead fit Sorbothane"full strike"insoles[about £18]which last a few years.When the shoes wear out fit the insoles to the new shoes.Have done up to 90miles per week with no problems.Regards,Dave.

What works for you DOES NOT automatically work for all.

There are loads of people that could not function without bespoke orthotics. This is a fact.

[ewenm]

dave_s13 said:

mrcosmos said:

Hi fellow runners,if i can pass on some different advice[18 marathons to date].Trainers for around £45 are perfect but all insoles are rubbish.I remove them and instead fit Sorbothane"full strike"insoles[about £18]which last a few years.When the shoes wear out fit the insoles to the new shoes.Have done up to 90miles per week with no problems.Regards,Dave.

What works for you DOES NOT automatically work for all.

There are loads of people that could not function without bespoke orthotics. This is a fact.

That's a good point - I run 80-100 miles a week with no additional insoles or orthotics and have very few injury problems. Others need to have personally shaped orthotics.

It's worth emphasising again to anyone wanting to buy a pair of running shoes - get a specialist running shop to analyse your gait/watch you run and recommend some pairs of shoes to try, then buy the pair that fit your foot the best. I like Asics but know plenty of people who don't get on with them.

[anonymous-user]

socks are quite a personal thing, but these are very comfy and about the same price as most others.

http://www.x-socks.com/product.php?cat=21&area...

[okgo]

So been out on my usual 3k evening run just up and down the river. Getting better which is great, don't have to stop for breath any more really..

But a big problem, is that my saliva tends to get very thick and it makes it hard to breathe.. Should you drink while you run to keep your mouth wet? Or am I breathing wrong?

[dave_s13]

okgo said:

So been out on my usual 3k evening run just up and down the river. Getting better which is great, don't have to stop for breath any more really..

But a big problem, is that my saliva tends to get very thick and it makes it hard to breathe.. Should you drink while you run to keep your mouth wet? Or am I breathing wrong?

Not really, make sure you're well hydrated before you set off, I don't mean gulp down a litre of water just before you go, keep yourself topped up with water/tea through the day and have a drink and a banana 60mins before your run.

You only really need to rehydrate during a run when you're doing long distances/times. You should be able to function perfectly well for and hour or more without a drink (depending on how hot it is/how much you sweat).

Edited by dave_s13 on Thursday 15th January 20:20

[_Deano]

dave_s13 said:

okgo said:

So been out on my usual 3k evening run just up and down the river. Getting better which is great, don't have to stop for breath any more really..

But a big problem, is that my saliva tends to get very thick and it makes it hard to breathe.. Should you drink while you run to keep your mouth wet? Or am I breathing wrong?

Not really, make sure you're well hydrated before you set off, I don't mean gulp down a litre of water just before you go, keep yourself topped up with water/tea through the day and have a drink and a banana 60mins before your run.

You only really need to rehydrate during a run when you're doing long distances/times. You should be able to function perfectly well for and hour or more without a drink (depending on how hot it is/how much you sweat).

Edited by dave_s13 on Thursday 15th January 20:20

So thick saliva is caused by being dehydrated?