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Re: Sunday October 21 Boomer Runs

guest — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 21:20:00 GMT

Hello everyone

11 km at 12:20 because - I can't believe I'm saying this on October 21 - it was hot outside and I faded at the end. I think this post might disqualify me from this elite group. But I am 50.....

Today is a beautiful fall day with record-breaking temperatures in the 70s. I think everyone is outside today.

Thought I'd put my summer running gear away but I'm glad I procrastinated!

I've been struggling with pirirformis problems for about 10 months now and today felt very good, I'm happy to report.

I'm off to have breakfast #2. !http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|src=http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|border=0!

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Re: Hamstring Rehab, any suggestons?

guest — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 01:18:00 GMT

I have hamstring problems and stretching really helps, specifically:

- the clam
- figure 4 stretch
- hamstring stretch (on floor)

Here's a site to look at: http://www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/handouts/running_injury_prevent/running_injury_prevent.html[/URL" target="_blank">

I do them almost daily and always after a run.

Ruth

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Re: Nutrition

guest — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:13:00 GMT

I had alot of low blood sugar problems on longer runs when I first started. Once I saw stars. !http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/frown.gif|src=http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/frown.gif|border=0!

What I found is that as I keep running, my body adapts to this long-term carbohydrate requirements and will adjust somewhat. And its not what you ate before the run, but what you ate yesterday and the day before.

You will also find that you have to wait a while after eating to run otherwise you may get stomach issues resulting in a rotten run.

Choose whole grain carbohydrates and lots of fruits and vegetables. White bread and sweets have a tendency to increase your sugar levels short term, but then they plunge down.

It's important to put some fat (make sure its less than 30% of total calories) and protein in the mix as well, because these foods take longer to digest and can supply calories for a longer period of time.

It's a bit of trial and errror, for sure. Have fun learning and enjoying larger quantities due to all the running. !http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|src=http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|border=0!
Ruth

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Re: Why do you run?

guest — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 03:42:43 GMT

I run to stay healthy and fit. But I wouldn't keep doing it if it didn't feel so darn good! Woo Hoo!!!

I started running at age 48 after being a couch potato my whole life. That was 2 years ago and I love it. I have even ran in some races and now that I'm in a smaller "field" I am hoping to get higher up in the rankings.

Re: so where do I find my Cool Running log?

guest — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 03:40:53 GMT

What a horrendous transition! Yeah, I'm a boomer, but I certainly am not resistant to change. But change should be towards a better place. This is not better. All they had to do is change the graphics on the page from coolrunning to active.com's and they'd still have hundreds of pages to sell ads on.

I am very saddened by the fact that we can't track yearly mileage. I turned 50 and was getting close to 500 miles this year. Not much of a milestone, but a milestone nonetheless and a goal I was working towards. I have no clue where I am now. How could such a simple piece of software be so difficult to replicate???

Re: Cold weather running

guest — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 05:59:00 GMT

I LOVE running in the cool weather! I can run faster and farther and non-runners freak out thinking you're nuts.

A funny story (to me at least):
Last Monday I happened to enter the elevator at work at the same time as 2 senior executives of the company I work for. The CEO said good morning then asked if I had run on the weekend. I said yes (inside voice said: duh - of course!). He says, "So, when do you stop?" I hesitated then replied "when I get tired?". <insert awkward silence>
He clarified "When do you stop running outside"
Ohhhhhhh......"Well, I don't stop running outside just because its winter." The two of them looked at me like I was nuts!

Re: frustrated, mad, discouraged

guest — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 05:42:00 GMT

I hope you feel better now that you got that out. !http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|src=http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|border=0!
You'll get lots of support here.
I started 10 years older than you and have been running steady for 2 years, althought not as much as you - and I'm running at the same speed.
Do you feel alright? Do you feel tired and not yourself? You might be over-training. Sometimes backing off a little can help.
Try running very fast for short bursts. When you run very fast, don't run as far. Also try varying your routine from long to short runs and don't forget to get some recovery time in too.
You'll be fine.

Re: Need encouragement!

guest — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 06:23:00 GMT

You'll do great! You sound very well prepared.

I ran my first 5k and I had never even run 20 minutes straight - what was I thinking?!?!

No matter what, you get a P.R.! Your first race is so exhilarating but try very hard not to start off too fast. As mrinertia says, you can always pick it up later. Run your own race!

Good luck!

Re: calf muscles

guest — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 06:18:00 GMT

Yes, be careful stretching cold muscles. Always warm up slowly and stretch after 10 minutes if you are sore. And stretch AFTER YOUR RUN! I learned the hard way. There are good stretches on this site in this section:

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_1/126.shtml#wallpush[/URL" target="_blank">

Stretching becomes more important as you run longer. But don't stretch if there is pain - ice first.

Have fun running!

Re: winter clothing advice for newbie

guest — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 06:17:00 GMT

Hi Roberta

Way to go on the C25K graduation! And for keeping it up.

Winter running is really trial and error. I have a pair of thick running pants for anything below freezing point. It is very very important to wear "wicking" material close to your skin.
I bought an excellent base layer turtleneck from a running store that has been an amazing piece during the winter.
I don't like wearing a cap, but ear muffs or something that keeps your ears warm is a must. Gloves are good idea too.

What helped for me during the changing seasons was using the coolrunning logs and putting in the temperature, wind, sun and what I wore and whether it worked because all of that influences how much you need to wear. I could always look back to see what I wore during certain temps and how well that worked for me.

It's great fun running in the cold but one of the most important things is that you need to come in soon after your run so that you don't get too chilled and that doesn't take very long!

Good luck and have fun!