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[Scary_Turtle]

Thanks @GhostSixFour @Eti1 @Claymore @wise_guy for the advice on earphones.

I took all your advice and got the Samsung ones https://www.takealot.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black/PLID53863195 because they have a feature "ambient sounds" which uses the mic to push outside noise into your ears on runs. Turn it off when you want noise cancellation.

Only done one run in them and I'm pretty happy so far.

 

[wise_guy]

London Marathon Sunday at 8am on channel 209.

Looking forward to that it going to be a hell of a race.

Is this a virtual race with only top runners allowed to run a loop?

 

[Steamy Tom]

recommendations on affordable shoes for different foot running types?

i need to go get checked still but want to get a gauge on pricing

 

[wise_guy]

recommendations on affordable shoes for different foot running types?

i need to go get checked still but want to get a gauge on pricing

I alternate between Asics Gel Kayano and Kalenji Run 100's and i find the lightness of the 100's to be a big plus.

NB seems to be the current go to running shoe.

 

[R13...]

Getting mild shin pains since changing shoes to NB Rsomething. My previous pair was also NB and didn't cause this issue.

Recommendations for good shoes or something what to do to avoid what seems like mild splints?

 

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Getting mild shin pains since changing shoes to NB Rsomething. My previous pair was also NB and didn't cause this issue.

Recommendations for good shoes or something what to do to avoid what seems like mild splints?

Have you also increased your weekly mileage significantly? It is very hard to make any recommendations on shoes that will work for other people. You sort of have to find what works for you, which can be an expensive or frustrating experience. But going to a proper running shoe store is a good start. Not sure where you are based, but some good Gauteng based stores:

• Randburg Runner
• The Sweatshop
• SBR Sport
• Run-A-Way Sport

You can also do some basic exercises to improve your strength and mobility. Some examples here.

 

[Scary_Turtle]

Is this a virtual race with only top runners allowed to run a loop?

As far as I know its the entire marathon but only for the elite runners. Even Gerda Steyn is going to run it.

 

[Scary_Turtle]

recommendations on affordable shoes for different foot running types?

i need to go get checked still but want to get a gauge on pricing

Keep an eye on onedayonly they often have running shoes on for about R1500 this week they had great deals on HOKA and last week was New balance. I think you generally pay around 2k+ for shoes unless you can source some last gen shoes.

 

[Ianf1]

recommendations on affordable shoes for different foot running types?

i need to go get checked still but want to get a gauge on pricing

I bought Saucony on sale a while back they still have specials at https://www.sportsclearance.co.za/collections/mens-road
But you have to know what type of shoe type you need

 

[Scary_Turtle]

Getting mild shin pains since changing shoes to NB Rsomething. My previous pair was also NB and didn't cause this issue.

Recommendations for good shoes or something what to do to avoid what seems like mild splints?

You get two types of shin splints anterior and posterior shin splints both require a different type of shoe to help. I have really suffered this year (since December last year arg) with shin splints, I have done everything from orthotics - strengthening - buying a bike - bio - buying 3 pairs of new shoes and all I can say is I think everything as a collective helped.

Best advice is take it slow, like take a week-3 weeks break and the next week only do a slow 5k then sleep on it and see how they feel. Take 2 days between running and slowly build back up to your mileage again 10% rule. For me as soon as I tried to do too much it set me back weeks and I had to start all over again.

Only just got myself up to the 60km - 70km per week mark again and still need to take off some days when I push too hard.

 

[R13...]

Thanks guys.
I'm in GP so I'll try the sweatshop for shoes to start.

 

[Aharon]

Hey guys

Anyone doing the versus / asics runs?

I registered for v4.0 for tomorrow. Do I need to link strava somehow or grant them permission?

 

[Meister-Man]

I've been doing a short 4-5km run once per week, for a couple months now. Today I did my fastest pace (average pace per km) yet my average HR was lower than normal.
Seems I am very affected by weather and when it's cooler I run faster with a lot less effort.
I realize this is kind of an obvious statement, but it's the degree of difference caused by the cool weather that surprised me most.
Is this fairly common, especially for you more seasoned runners?

 

[Sselmrah]

I've been doing a short 4-5km run once per week, for a couple months now. Today I did my fastest pace (average pace per km) yet my average HR was lower than normal.
Seems I am very affected by weather and when it's cooler I run faster with a lot less effort.
I realize this is kind of an obvious statement, but it's the degree of difference caused by the cool weather that surprised me most.
Is this fairly common, especially for you more seasoned runners?

I've also noticed a massive difference. I mean, yeah, it's to be expected - I just didn't expect it to be such a huge difference. Just shade vs sun already makes a large difference to my hr.

 

[InvisibleJim]

I've been doing a short 4-5km run once per week, for a couple months now. Today I did my fastest pace (average pace per km) yet my average HR was lower than normal.
Seems I am very affected by weather and when it's cooler I run faster with a lot less effort.
I realize this is kind of an obvious statement, but it's the degree of difference caused by the cool weather that surprised me most.
Is this fairly common, especially for you more seasoned runners?

Here in Gauteng, I always feel that I run best in the autumn - about April/May time. Nice sunny mornings, not too hot, not too cold.

 

[beefymoocow]

Are there any trail running clubs in gauteng. Looking to do some trails

 

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Are there any trail running clubs in gauteng. Looking to do some trails

Not a club, but this facebook group does organise some social runs:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/teamtrail.lovetrail

 

[wise_guy]

I've been doing a short 4-5km run once per week, for a couple months now. Today I did my fastest pace (average pace per km) yet my average HR was lower than normal.
Seems I am very affected by weather and when it's cooler I run faster with a lot less effort.
I realize this is kind of an obvious statement, but it's the degree of difference caused by the cool weather that surprised me most.
Is this fairly common, especially for you more seasoned runners?

Heat/Cool plays a is a massive factor as the cooler temperature has higher oxygen density but also dehydration affects your performance.
Comrades 2013 had the highest percentage of non finishers as it was one of the the hottest and windiest on record.

Well done on the weekly runs. How's your time?

 

[wise_guy]

Are there any trail running clubs in gauteng. Looking to do some trails

Get in touch with your local running club - members usually organise something by themselves.

 

[now05ster]

I have recently started running and am finding myself with tendon pain for the last two days. I am not even able to use my standing desk for extended periods of time without having pain. (The tendon pops/clicks as well). Dr Google says that it is my peroneal tendon that's acting up.

There isn't a particular event that caused this injury and looking at my running data below it is possible that this pain is as a result of my increased workout time and distance as of three days ago.

Would an ankle brace/lace help here and can anyone recommend a decent one? I would like to avoid further injury here as far as possible. Also, I assume I would still be able to use my same road running shoes with this?

I've searched this thread for related info, yet I was not able to find any. Apologies if this has been asked before.