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Ankle issue...

guest — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:49:08 GMT

In the last week my left ankle bone has been tender, and it's noticeable sore when i walk. I haven't stopped running, i've just ran less. After a few days it goes away, but the day i run, and the day after it is sore. It's sore from the bone, down to the side of my foot. I have used ibuprofen, and am currently wearing an ankle brace. I have a half marathon next weekend and would like to run it. Will moist heat and ice help it? It's not bruised, ,or swollen. I'm not a new runner, i've been actively running for 5yrs. I say active in at least 20-40 miles a week give or take the training I need for the race i'm doing.

Re: Split time ruts...

guest — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:49:17 GMT

I have gotten the answer to this question by consulting someone at my local running store.

Speedwork is the key to this issue, just have to stick with it!

Split time ruts...

guest — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 20:21:42 GMT

I was looking over my log book of my different races. Even though every race is unique and a different course i noticed a pattern with my times.

If i'm running anything over 6 miles then my time is consistent.

Anything less than 6 miles and i'm consistent.

What i would like to do is get the times down. Breakthrough the rut i'm in with them. I just don't know how to go about doing that.

Is it speedwork that helps this? Hill work? Some of these races have hills and i typically train on mostly flat land, with the occassional rolling hill.

I just recently started speed work so i'm looking to improve that part of it.

I only run 1 race that is totally flat.

How can i effectively break through this time rut i'm in?

Thanks.

Re: Route 66 10K Reviews

guest — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:43:16 GMT

Great 10k route. Well planned and well organized. The once weekly run on the route is great too. Highly recommend this 10k!

After race drink...

guest — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 17:32:12 GMT

I am curious how everyone handles this. I know that after a long run (6miles or more) getting back the sodium/electrolytes, potassium you lose during a run is critical to good recovery.

That being said, a good meal with the right nutrients is key too. After a race i typically eat what they provide, be it bagels, oranges, banana's granola bars. I want to add some key protein after the race/run to help aid in recovery. I'm not always starving or really hungry soon after i'm done. I let my body calm down a while first. The problem with that is that the first 30-40 min after a run is critical for this to be absorbed to help aid in recovery. I know that Chocolate milk is a GREAT protein drink to use for just this since food isn't the first thing i think of when i'm done running. I haven't tried it yet, but i'm worried that in drinking the chocolate milk i'll puke it back up being so hot.

How do you all handle this?

Re: Half Marathoner's...when do you fuel during your race?

guest — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 16:47:06 GMT

I take a fuel belt on my half marathons to ensure the gatorade i have is going to be compatable with my stomach, i dont' take chances. I take a few gels with me on the run, typically at mile 7 or 8. I also take in all the water at the the water stations.

I have seen far too often many half marathoners falling apart around mile mile 10/11 because they are dehydrated or cramping really bad. Preparing before the race is just as important as during the race to ensure your hard work and effort will get you to the end.

Re: How do you handle wet socks on a long run?

guest — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:32:59 GMT

Thank you all for your advice about this, i appreciate your input.

I was very blessed and it did NOT rain one drop on the race day. The streak continues It was however bitterly cold. The wind was brutual. I was dressed appropriately everywhere but my face and hands. I wore gloves, but they were not warm enough. My cheeks were nearly frozen or so it felt like. The race was really good, the socks i wore were perfect and i'll wear them again. IF i ever run when it's that cold again i'll be getting a running mask for my face and MUCH warmer gloves. The pair i have are for running but they are not for the temps and wind chill i dealt with.

I have race in 2 months and I'm hopeful it's MUCH warmer for that one.

Re: How do you handle wet socks on a long run?

guest — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 18:30:18 GMT

My shoes do fit well and my feet don't slide around in my shoes. I'm really hopeful i'll be ok and have no issues with this at all.

Re: How do you handle wet socks on a long run?

guest — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 18:29:20 GMT

I am currently wearing nylon socks from new balance. I have a brand new pair of "thicker" new balance socks that are comfortable too.

The nylon socks are thin, allowing my feet to breath. The thicker new balance socks are Cool Max mositure management socks.

How do you handle wet socks on a long run?

guest — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:44:18 GMT

I have a half marathon i'll be running on Saturday. The weather forecast is for rain during the entire 13.1 mile run. I've been incredibly blessed and never had to deal with rain during an entire race event before.

So this brings up the question, How do I deal with wet socks while i'm running? I don't want to get monster blisters because my socks were drenched. On the race course there is not a lot of area's for spectators to be to cheer anyone on so getting some fresh ones from my husband might be a bit difficult.

I know after it's over i'll have dry clothes waiting for me, just wondering if body glide on my feet would help ease or eliminate the possible blister issue.

Curious what your thoughts are on this.