Morning Run: Put a sock in it
I just finished a 6.922km running that lasted about 0hh:39mm:5ss !
Another cold morning (-2C), but it did not feel too bad out there. At least it is staying dry. I did go for two layers plus gloves and got quite warm. I did one of my usual routes with no real plan. My legs were still a bit stiff from the long run on Sunday, so I just see what I can do.
I just got some new socks, so I tried them out. Proper running socks do make a difference as they provide support and padding where you need it whilst reducing rubbing. You need to look after your feet. I was wearing my newish Allbirds shoes. They are not bad, but not the best shoes I have had.
The run felt fairly quick, but I was not breaking any records. It still worked out quicker than my average. I need to keep on striving for better rather than just staying comfortable. I want to improve, but it is a race against age too.
I have volunteered for parkrun again on Saturday as they needed people. I expect it is a lot of the same people doing it. As a free event I think everyone ought to give something back. I am very close to my 50th, but it can wait a little longer.
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Nice one from you it as really being a while... I trust u enjoy ur day
That's impressive, keep up the good work.
Running is an exercise which it's benefit is to help and build a strong bones , strengthen muscles improve fitness and help maintain a heathy weights ... So Mr steevc keep exercising it is good for your body system
I know :)
It is a great thing to do running because it make all your muscles and nerves very active. And all your body will be build up well.
That's the idea :)
Even though you said your weren't breaking any records.. You're running very fast!! :D I just got into running/jogging and I'm by far not that fast :D Any tips on how to improve?
Just keep on doing it. I started running in my late 40s and I could hardly run then. Try something like the Couch to 5k plan. You need to be running at least twice a week to build strength. Maybe you can find someone to run with you. If there is a parkrun in your area then go along. It does not matter how quick you are for that. Good luck.
Oh how I hate breaking in a new pair of shoes.. even worse when you have to run in them! How did the sock do? Did they help with the rubbing decently? I was laughing at the old age part.. less laughing at you and more laughing because I am in the same boat. I can relate! lol.
Enjoy your next run and stay warm!!! -2C = Brrrrrrr! hehe.
My feet were fine. The shoes are probably too soft if anything, so it's not really about breaking them in.
I sometimes say I am running away from old age, but then I finish in the top third at parkrun and I feel I must be doing okay.
I prefer cold to heat as I can do something to counter it.
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Your absolutely right. I always say.. "you can only take so much off, but can always put more on!" haha. No one wants to see me running through the park naked anyhow. 😆
Top 3??!!! That's awesome, as long as there is not just 3 runners. hehe.
I meant in the top third, e.g. 30th out of 100 :) I've never even been in the top 10.
Oh sorry.. I read it wrong. Top third is not bad at all. Will be a nice day and something to be very proud of if you can reach the top 10. Something to strive for I suppose.
Now I have rambled to you enough, so I guess I'll just "Put a sock in it!" haha. Have a nice rest of your night/day!
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It is always at the back of my mind. I will try increasing the longer runs this year to see how viable it feels. I know I would need to do a proper training plan. I keep considering joining a club who could help with that and in generally improving my running.
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Those socks look beat!
By the way Steve, do you have any technical breathable shocks to recommend? I need some to use with my motorcycle boots as they have goretex inner lining that allows the feet to breath only if you use such socks. Thanks.
I'm not sure about motorbike socks. I used to ride and winter could be tough. I expect there are specific biking socks now or ski socks could be good.
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BEER.Nice job on your run! It was right around -22 C when I pulled into work this morning. The good thing is there was no wind, so that is helping keep the temps fairly steady.
That's cold! Not sure I'd run if it got that low.
No, you likely wouldn't want to. It would actually be pretty painful. Even the snow gets cold. It starts crunching. There is meme that goes around about "why do I live where the air hurts my face". That's pretty much here right now.
I love how consistent your pace is. At around 5 mins 30 per km, do you feel like you are pushing it or is this a comfortable jog for you?
That is a fairly comfortable pace for me now. Even when I was doing 5:20 at times it was not too bad. I want to be averaging that on longer runs. Also trying to get under 5min/km for parkrun and that is hard, but I feel I am improving at the moment.
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