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*whispers* it might help thats all*
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Seriously Jen, don't worry about it if you're not getting any injuries. I used to spectate at races in the days before I started running myself, when hubby was running, and there were some really dodgy looking running styles coming in sub 40 for 10k. I used to wonder how on earth they managed it. Not that I'm saying you have a dodgy running style
Technique tends to be a neglected part of distance running, maybe because of the assumption that it comes naturally. There are, as you say, plenty of sub-40 10k runners who have strange running styles, but try watching an elite race and spotting a sub-30 runner who heelstrikes.
Injuries aside, poor technique wastes energy and slows you down - better technique = faster times.
Unfortunately I had a chesty cold for most of last week so after going to Yoga on Monday night I've managed a 5k last night and a 5k this morning, my preparation for the Nike 10k is up the shoot but I was so glad to be able to breathe for 5k that I'm not too bothered!
Hope everyone else's training is going well!
Have done my 3 training runs this week and felt good after each one. Found my times were improving so eased back a bit today in case I'm running to fast for my level of fitness. Long run on Saturday 6.25M planned
Still planning a first race (10K) in January
I notice many of you use HRMs and I am considering buying one myself (Santa may be generous). My question is do any of you use a model with PC download facilities? if so how useful is it? Is it worth the extra 70 odd quid. I work in I.T. so am quite competant with spreadsheets and databases but just wondered what value you found (if any) in analysing training data to that degree.
Also interested in the discussion on running style. I was interested in the diferent styles of Paula and the Japanes girl (cant remember her name)in the Athens marathon. The japanese girl had a very economical style quick short steps and seemed to be leaning into her run. Paula in comparrison seemed to have a more upright style almost leaning back. Any know where I can find more info on this?
As always, appreciate your help
I am particularly interested in them because I run on hilly roads and want to see how well I balance out effort. Even going slowly I feel i am pushing way harder on hills than on flats.
Re HRM, it depends how much data you want. Mine is a fairly basic Polar F2: it can do training zones and has an alarm, but not much else. If you run regular routes and time yourself, you can see changes in your pace at the same HR.
I'm afraid that I'm a bit of a technophobe: trying to make a spreadsheet work would send my heart rate higher than running does ;o)
Sometimes if I am feeling like I am slacking I really move my arms and I heard a commentator once say that the arms drive the legs and it does have that effect I think. Move your arms more and your legs seem to react to it. But it does use more energy and I couldn't keep it up all though a 6 mile run for example.
I was in Caerphilly last week on business and like Yorkshire is a bit hilly, so an altitude to HR read out could be useful
What more can they give you for your wrist I wonder? Shoe lace monitor?! Camara to monitor scenery on lovely races?! Than can then be sent back to your friends and family to their mobiles while they wait to cheer you on.... It is going to happen one day, you know it!!!
Did a treadmill PB today! 5k in 23:55!!!! I had lots of frustration to vent so tackled it with speed. Hurrah!!!!
On a thread I started!
YAY!
Gotta fix my HRM first
Have a good run Steaders
My final goal for 2004 is to run a 7 mile route that I used to cycle back in August when I was trying to lose weight and get fit. I'm going to continue at this level of running until another weekend of good weather, so I can savour the moment.
Hope you had a good run Sodahead
As far as I can remember 1 mile = 1.6095kms. 6.6 miles is well past 10K so you are going rather well
My run was a pootle around the block for 6 miles and included 4 fastish strides of 75 seconds duration. Pretty easy going as I am running a 7 mile race tomorrow. Unfortunately a heavy duty circuit training session and a series of blasts on a rowing maching on Thursday has taken a toll on my legs and right now I don't feel in any shape to race tomorrow. We will just have to wait and see. And I have eaten too much pasta tonight
I've think Iv'e decided to use the RW 8week 5 day 10K schedule. Working back from Feb 6th means that my training would start on 13th December, so I would have a few weeks to consolidate and do the final objective for this year.
I Would be interested in your opinions on whether I should continue to build the miles or stick with 3x3miles plus a long run of 6 to 7 miles each week. I am considering increasing the 3x 3miles to 3x4 as this seems to be the starting level of the above schedule. Or should I be doin more do think?
Hope you had a good run sodahead
I would recommend building up to 7 mile run and perhaps make one of the three miles a four mile route rather than all of them and see how you go. You might find that you are naturally able to fit in an extra mile or so anyway as you get fitter.
Also - just wanted to share my long run/training run/half marathon I did in Leics today. Despite having huge problems in not knowing where the heck the place was, 'training run' went out the window and I got all caught up in the excitement..... 1:57:38 on a not very flat route. Great race, loads of great marshalls.... thoroughly recommend it!
The 6 miles 8-13 were done in 51:41. Based on this I reckon I might get a sub-50 10k in a few weeks time...... I am secretly very excited indeed!!!!!!!
I asked my boyfriend if he thought I might win a race one day. He said no! Does anyone else have race winning aspirations - who else has won and how long did it take to get that good and which races do the less able do so I stand a chance of winning something at some point.....!!!!
I would like to think that in 5 years I might be sub 40 10k material if I keep this up. I guess I will have to join a club to get championship places in races. I know it is a long way off, but wouldn't it be great?!?!
racing aspiration is the best reward you get from running. Realistic or not, that pushes you further, and puts your "how much do I value myself" higher. It's the right way to improve and persevere. Who does not have any aspiration?
I think you have ascomplished your mission beautifully! congratulation!! onwards and upwards always
I've won age categorys in races a few times u12s, then a few u16s in local races. I started training aged 8, trying to change myself from the podgy geek, into a slightly thinner geek. I've only taken it semi-seriously in the last two years though, and in that time I've taken my 10k pb down about 6-7 minutes from 42/3 ish to 36:20, though judging on current form I'll be quicker than that next race. I normally come in the top 10 or place in local races in the mens section, and if theres a 16 and under section or junior mens section (17 next week) I normally win it in the local 10ks. Just scraped into the county team two summers back but ran twice for them this summer. It is possible so go for it. sub 40 in 5 years is a realisable dream, joining a club would likely help you enromously so do try it.
Well done on Sunday, I aspire to times like those but for me one step at a time, first I have to run and finish my first race.
Good luck with your future goals, stay fit and injury free.