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Looking for a good running ap to teach me how to pace

guest — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:50:14 GMT

I downloaded mapmyrun last week but it doesn't do enough for me. If more expericened I think it would be fine but I am trying to learn how to pace.

I am a sprinter who does occasional 5k's. Now I am working towards a marathon. My pacing is all jacked up. On a 10 mile run last week, my mile pace varied by as much as 3 minutes.

With the ap only telling me where I am after every mile, I do not realize I have gone too fast or slow until it is too late. Ideally I would like quarter mile updates or, even better, something that every 30-60 seconds would tell me if I was on whatever pace I have selected.

Is there such an ap out there?

Thanks for any info

Help! Running Gear suggestion - Running Buddy?

guest — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:23:36 GMT

My husband feels I should no longer run without a phone due to a recent incident. Looking to carry my iPhone, keys and ID on my training runs. I have tried several belts but due to my size, I always have to cinch them too tight so they don't bounce. I saw this on Amazon and it has good reviews -

http://www.amazon.com/Running-Buddy/dp/B00ATIE5ZE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1367547121&sr=8-1&keywords=Running+buddy

Has anyone seen or used this product? If so, how much did it hold and did it work as advertised? Other suggestions?

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guest — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:32:05 GMT

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Shin/Calf Sleeves

guest — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:53:28 GMT

Hi, I've been jogging/running for years now, however a little over a year ago I ran into back problems (bulging discs) so I pretty much stopped running all together for an extended period of time. Over the past 6 months I've began slowly running again and over the past month I've taken it up a notch. Normally I'd run about 3 miles at a time, but over the last month I've gone from, 4 to 5 to 6 miles pretty quickly. I've actaully ran 5 miles twice then ran 6 last Sunday. I didn't notice any pain Sunday other then normal soreness but over the past few days my shins are hurting. I'm guessing this is a result of running too hard too quickly and because I overpronate and have back problems. I dont believe my shoes are the problem because I just bought a pair of Nike Eclipse which my local running store recommended after seeing my over-pronation. My question is other then taking it slowly after resting should I start running with calf sleeves? Like a CEP sleeve, Zensah or Alive Power Calf or something? I'm just not sure if this is going to be a oncurring problem because of my issues (pronation/back) and because I have had achilles tendonitis in the past as well. Any suggestions? I'd appreciate any help!

Running shoes for a half marathon

guest — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:01:36 GMT

Hello all,

I am currently training for my first ever half marathon which is in 3-4 weeks. I have been training in a pair of Newton running shoes which have worked great for me, but recently my feet have started to get achy and tight like they did back when I injured my foot with bad running shoes a few years back. I assume the shoes are just worn out and it's time to change them out. I was thinking of getting another pair of Newtons but with a lower heel to toe fall or just getting more of a minimalist shoe instead, but I am a little afraid that changing it up too much could be disasterous this close to a race. Any advice? I have been running in Newtons now for about two years and I am running in their trainer shoe which is supposed to be the most like a normal trainer than any of their other shoes, but I run more flat footed/forward striking now than I did when I bought them, which is why I was thinking about switching to a minimalist or something to that nature. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I have been running for many years, but only at a 3 mile maximum so now that my distances are up to 10+ miles I really want to be sure I do this right. Thanks!

Sportiva Helios and....

guest — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:22:54 GMT

Im tall, not too heavy around 210 at this point. I'm running in a pair of La Sportiva Helios. They are lightweight and pretty good evidently for trails. I'm thinking though I need something sturdier for when I transition to road/flat in my runs. These are great shoes but don't seem to offer huge support.

Anyone else run in La Sportivas that coudl offer a reccomendation?

Quality Workout Clothes?

guest — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:22:46 GMT

I've noticed a lot of posts about shoes here. But was wondering what brans people like as far as running clothes? I've recently been buying some great moisture wicking shirts online from http://expertbrand.com, but would love to hear what other people are buying as well.

Heart monitors - Recommendations? Thoughts?

guest — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:28:16 GMT

I'm new to running, just into week 4 of C25K and 57 years old. I use my android phone with both C25K app and CardioTrainer for "coaching" and tracking stats.

I'm considering a heartrate monitor, but I'm seeing all sorts of conflicting information about which ones work and which don't and even whether there's really any point to using one at all.

Before I go spending money on something, I thought I would ask for advice from a group that might know more than I do.

Thanks for your input.

Casual Shoes for every day use WITH SUPPORT?

guest — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:29:31 GMT

This is my first post! I am having issues with an unidentified leg injury.After my first half marathon I fractured my leg, took time off to heal, ran 2more half marathons and then fractured the same leg during my training to a 4th half marathon. Since then Ive rested, healed and work with a physical therapiston a weekly bases. My PT has changed my gait, has me on a strength and stretching program and has me running in shoes with more support as I pronate a bit. Despite all this, pain is starting to creep back into my trouble spot.

An additional thing he wanted me to do was change my every day shoes. I usually wear converse as my every day, casual shoe. My physical therapist has band me from wearing converse and ordered me to buy casual shoes with more support. I am a 27 year old male. Does anyone have any suggestions on stylish casual shoes that still offer enough support?

Thanks!

Trying to Get Healthy: Running or Walking?

guest — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:47:15 GMT

Came across this article about walking vs. running today. Thoughts?

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To summarize the findings, "those howchoose running achieved more than twice the exercise doses as those who choosewalking, and given the strong dose-response relationship, higher exercise dosesand lower risk factors, promoting more vigorous exercise, are likely to producegreater health benefits," the researchers wrote. Most people run at least twice as fast as they walk, which means theamount of energy expelled during running is double that of walking.

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Hand held water bottle

guest — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:38:14 GMT

I'm looking for a hand held water bottle, preferably one that's 12 or more ounces. Do you have a favorite? I'd love to hear your thoughts before buying one.

Thanks!

Stephanie