Thinking of taking up running.

[TelkomUseless]

thanks for the input

 

[ClintZA]

how much is proper kit ?

You can convert to tubeless for well under R500 if you have compatible rims and tyres (and I picked up Maxxis Crossmark USTs for under R300 each). And that is with someone doing it for you.

But even without going tubeless. A puncture kit will cost you around R25 with about 6 patches. Yeah, repairing a tube is never fun but most of the proper trails are free of thorns anyway, well, at least where I ride.

 

[Velenoso]

So today was my 9th day running. I'm using the Nike+ app on my Galaxy SIII (damn you notice it's size when you're lugging it along running) to track my times, distances etc. I've built up to 2.1km today. Basically been doing 100m more every day.

All I can tell you. IT'S ADDICTIVE! I can't wait for my run every day. First 3 days or so my legs hurt like hell. Now nothing! Also I already lost 1kg.

Trouble is when I get back from Zambia to the U.S/Joburg, etc not sure how I will keep this up. I CANNOT see myself running on a treadmill or in a gym. Will have to find a way, because I love this!

 

[ClintZA]

Using something on your phone to track and record your runs definitely helps to keep you motivated. Set yourself monthly distance goals so that you can't slack off and take a break.

Not sure why you are concerned about running in the US or SA though.

 

[Spizz]

I've also got an S3, but I use a Galaxy Pocket as my running companion for Endomondo and music which syncs with the S3 automatically for stats etc.

It's a great little tool, and that's without even dialing a number.

 

[Mytopic]

Of course, it's always better to start running keep your self fit and increase your stamina as it will really help your way, if not interested or able to join a Gym. You can also use to exercise some dumps and push-ups to stay healthy and strong.

 

[Ejeckt]

You can also use to exercise some dumps and push-ups to stay healthy and strong.

To stay healthy, I have dumps everyday and can attest to the fact that they are, truly, awesome. Sometimes it's more than just once a day, and if I miss a daily dump I feel really lousy. However, I would be wary about combining them with running or push-ups.

 

[Ecco]

I can never understand how anybody can enjoy running. I been doing it on and off for the most part of this year, and no matter how much fitter i get its still something i don't like doing.

 

[TelkomUseless]

I can never understand how anybody can enjoy running. I been doing it on and off for the most part of this year, and no matter how much fitter i get its still something i don't like doing.

it's nice to be on your own.. thinking..

 

[creeper]

it's nice to be on your own.. thinking..

+1 Also, a great stress reliever.

 

[Jinx10]

Hi, this thread contributed to me getting into running. I went for my first walk/jog on Wednesday and my 2nd this morning. Only did 3km and it took me 30 minutes but its a start! According to the treadmill I burnt 200 calories.

I dont want to run the comrades or anything, just get a bit fitter , lose about 5 kgs and have a more healthy lifestyle. Im hoping to do about 3 x 30 minute runs a week and see how it goes. Key for me is to enjoy it and not dread each run. Im not a natural athlete so its incredibly hard work. But once im finished with a run I feel awesome...

Good luck to anyone else.

Thought I would update everyone that was part of this thread. I really haven't pushed myself since I posted this in December and just started running. All I try is to run consistently 3 - 4 times a week and focus on enjoying it. I rarely went past 4ks and max was 5ks last month.

this morning I pushed and did a 8k. Took an hour which is slow by anyone's standard im sure but i hardly took any strain and had fun. I've lost 8kgs in 6 months, feel great.

 

[AlmightyBender]

Thought I would update everyone that was part of this thread. I really haven't pushed myself since I posted this in December and just started running. All I try is to run consistently 3 - 4 times a week and focus on enjoying it. I rarely went past 4ks and max was 5ks last month.

this morning I pushed and did a 8k. Took an hour which is slow by anyone's standard im sure but i hardly took any strain and had fun. I've lost 8kgs in 6 months, feel great.

That is awesome dude, well done! My first 8km took 1h 10 mins so don't you worry about speed, that will come later. You are progressing at just the right pace so keep it up! Try a 10km race soon, you just might catch the bug.

 

[Kornhub]

I am going to start running after gym with my dog

 

[rubytox]

I hate running and won't recommend it to anyone. A weekend-hike and lots of short but difficult hikes in the mountains are just as effective as running five kilometers.
It is heavy on your joints. Even if you don't feel it now, you will know about it when you get older.

 

[themba990]

I hate running and won't recommend it to anyone. A weekend-hike and lots of short but difficult hikes in the mountains are just as effective as running five kilometers.
It is heavy on your joints. Even if you don't feel it now, you will know about it when you get older.

What about those 80 year old running the comrades...

 

[creeper]

I hate running and won't recommend it to anyone. A weekend-hike and lots of short but difficult hikes in the mountains are just as effective as running five kilometers.
It is heavy on your joints. Even if you don't feel it now, you will know about it when you get older.

Read Born to Run.

 

[Wyrd]

I've also read - and this may be serious bro-science - that stress on the joints from running could actually be beneficial in the long run. Through small shocks, it strengthens the joints, which seems to be a good thing. If this is false, I may seriously regret my previous decade of running.

 

[AlmightyBender]

I hate running and won't recommend it to anyone. A weekend-hike and lots of short but difficult hikes in the mountains are just as effective as running five kilometers.
It is heavy on your joints. Even if you don't feel it now, you will know about it when you get older.

Read Lore of Running by Tim Noakes. No actual scientific evidence to back up this claim.

 

[Sly21C]

Howzit guys,

So, to get fit and not have to pay a gym membership stupid amount every month, even if you don't visit a club I have decided maybe running once or twice a week would be a better way.

At the moment, I am not over weight, but I am unfit when it comes to doing exercises etc. I could run up just one flight of stairs or two and that would be the end of me for a bit. Sad, I know.

On top of that, I am hoping running would boost energy levels and over all health.

I have downloaded an app to my iPhone too, which will track distance, calories burnt, GPS map of where I ran, best times, etc. To keep me motivated.

What I want to know - am I just wasting my time with this or will I see improvements?

Also, I am wanting to start eating healthy and I think this will go hand in hand with running?

Just looking for suggestions and advise?

Thanks all!

I used to be very unfit this time last year but from about September onwards I started running. I began with 3km, after 2 months I did up to 5km. I then went to 6.7km by December and then to 7.2km in January this year. I ran my very first 10km marathon in mid March and it was awesome. Running with other people is both fun and encouraging. I've subsequently participated in about five 10km marathon and I love it. My next step is to start running 21km races by September.

I job on my own about 3 times a week, mostly doing 8km.

You have to start somewhere. If you start at 1km then start there. Do it at least 2 or 3 times a week every week and you'll slowly gain confidence and stamina and you'll end up running the comrades marathon . Running is all about mental and physical endurance, and patience.

I suggest you take part in races that get held almost every week, race events are advertised on this link http://www.entrytime.com/index.asp?goto=af&afid=22&pt=home&typeid=1

 

[Priapus]

So to update an old thread..

I tried to run after work - and man was it difficult to get motivated. I ran like 1km and I was buggered for around 20 mins. So, I said, Never. Again.

Fast forward to last week and it dawned on me - why not run in the morning before work. So something like this:

Wake up (obviously)
2. Stretch the muscles
3. Drink some water
4. Run
5. Shower
6. Eat and do my "getting ready for work ****"

Rinse and repeat the next day.

Well, this has seemed to work. I ran once last week and twice this week. Slowly getting into the routine of it now.
Although, at this point I am stupidly unfit and currently run around 1km every run as that's all I can manage right now - it seems to be giving me a nice boost of energy during the day and feeling better about myself...maybe it's just me?

I have also downloaded the run tracker pro app (May have mentioned this already?) and I use it to keep track of logs of my runs which gives me that motivation to carry on.

So the plan is to run 3 to 4 times a week and hoping in a few weeks I can get to 2k and then start pushing it up from there.

Once I notice that I am not so out of breath and buggered after my 1km run, I think I will start to increase distance maybe?

Thanks for all the help and tips I appreciate it - let's hope attempt two works and I stick this thing out.