RunningFromFat
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Whoops, I split the halves. 3:15:30+- at 32km. My garmin 42.2 time was 4:23 but race distance data is about 42.7km hence the 4:27 finishing time. I only ran/walked two kilometres above 6mins/km at the end.
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RunningFromFat
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Thanks. I’ll learn and improve. Body felt fine but definitely needed more water intake to maintain my speeds. I like finishing runs strong.
Sideshow Bob
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So, I am thinking of taking up running (well, it would be jogging or toddling compared to most of your speeds) now that my orthopedic doc says I am nearly recovered from foot fracture & related issues. Need to wear arch support shoes forever unfortunately.
If I buy fancy pants shoes like many have suggested, how long do they last approximately? 1 year? Let us say 5km run and 4 times a week.
If I buy fancy pants shoes like many have suggested, how long do they last approximately? 1 year? Let us say 5km run and 4 times a week.
Depends on your weight. I work on about 800km per pair (85kg)
Edit: A quick google says that apparently I'm optimistic and should aim more for the 500km mark.
Yeah, I'm 80 - 85kg and I don't get more than 600km out of a pair of shoes.
Lots to consider including the quality of the shoe but one tip I'd recommend is use a cheaper shoe for short runs and a high quality shoe for longer distances. You'll get double the time usage. I've got a 3y old Asics Kayano that still looks and feels new.
As it is you'll need 3 or pairs at given time to slip on and go for a run depending on the conditions.
Start with a basic runner and then upgrade once you're more consistent.
On my no. 1 pair of shoes, I'm at about 900km, and they're like new (New Balance 860V10). My no. 2 and 3 pairs (NB 860 V9 and V8) are at 1500km now, and I use them at Parkrun on trails or where I think it'll be dirty. They've both had toe holes repaired (I do that to my shoes), but still OK. Over 110kg.
I suspect those shoes are more worn out than you think.
Possibly, but they still work for me.
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I was thinking of entering a 5km/10km race at the end of the month and then saw in the rules for that race, that iPods and listening devices are not allowed... meh... I like listening to music when I run. In fact, I would probably struggle without it. I might also have work obligations on that weekend so I guess it's not meant to be. 
ShaunSA
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I was thinking of entering a 5km/10km race at the end of the month and then saw in the rules for that race, that iPods and listening devices are not allowed... meh... I like listening to music when I run. In fact, I would probably struggle without it. I might also have work obligations on that weekend so I guess it's not meant to be.
I sometimes use earphones when doing PR which is all off-road. Helps me keep pace. I've tried it on road runs and realised it can get a bit distracting
Think road races don't allow them to prevent you from being distracted and getting run over by some d00s driver who didn't listen to the marshall. Big races they might also have an issue with lead runners getting fed race info maybe?
Saw a few guys ignore the rule at MCM a few weeks back though
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True, I suppose it can get distracting for some.
I make a point of either using transparency mode on Airpods or use open-ear bone conduction headphones so that I can still hear my surroundings. It has served me well enough, though I suppose race organisers can't control what types of headphones people use so they just ban them all then.
ShaunSA
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Would love to get those bone conduction ones but they're bloody expensive!
And yeah guess it's a case of ban one ban all which makes sense tbh
ShaunSA
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Anyone catch the hoo haa being made over the disqualification of the Zim runner at the Durban International?
It's turning into a schit show
It's turning into a schit show
AlmightyBender
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Pretty sure that bone conducting ones are actually allowed..
ShaunSA
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They are awesome things. But still not for me on open road. I'd get distracted and promptly get knocked over by a car
The rule is applied for all marathons but I always see plenty ipods on display. It's more advice that rule.I was thinking of entering a 5km/10km race at the end of the month and then saw in the rules for that race, that iPods and listening devices are not allowed... meh... I like listening to music when I run. In fact, I would probably struggle without it. I might also have work obligations on that weekend so I guess it's not meant to be.
Some conceal them under a buff which doubles up nicely as a sweat band.
Go for it.
AlmightyBender
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For me the biggest impact of people using music in a race setting is that they can't hear intentions from faster runners coming up behind them, which causes frustration and even collisions. So if you are gonna use them.. be VINNIG!
Official reason given is so that you can follow instructions from marshals.
Official reason given is so that you can follow instructions from marshals.
Rules are clear but if his pack only had one temp license and they said its fine you can run with it then they assumed he was a runner not qualifying for prize money.Anyone catch the hoo haa being made over the disqualification of the Zim runner at the Durban International?
It's turning into a schit show