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Running Flats for a 1/2 marathon or more support/cushion?

AlexJFit — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:28:41 GMT

I've have completed two sprint triathlons using running flats since it wasn't a long run. Now I plan to train for a 1/2 marathon, but not sure what I type of shoes I should use. I firmly believe support isn't always necessary everyone, (I sometimes jog using the vibram finger-five) and can actually lead to injury when the support is eliminated, but now I am considering a distance i've yet to conquer.

Would it be a smart move to use a pair of shoes with more cushion or keep going with race flats??!!

Thanks!

Landice L8 vs. Precor 9.35 vs. True ES 7.0

baxterbean — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:08:29 GMT

After doing some reasearch I was leaning towards getting a Landice treadmill. I went to look at them and the sales staff was trying to push me more to a Precore or Life Fitness product.

I am looking for a solid treadmill that has some cushion to it. I am 5'8" 135 pounds and my husband is 6' 180 pounds. We would be running on it about 25-30 miles per week.

Does anyone have any recommendations on any of these treadmills???

Under armour

Chris Sias — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:19:58 GMT

My question is about the shoe I am currently running in. Cartilage under armour will this shoe hold up on the miles of pound. I have wide feet and this shoe is working great for me. Just wondering when I should replace them.

new to running with my Garmin, but still...

stefmag01 — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:46:11 GMT

I did a 1/2 marathon in May - the time difference from the chip & my Garmin was only off by a few seconds... GREAT!!

Did a 10K on Saturday - the difference from my chip time & my Garmin - 15 seconds per mile!! That added about 2 minutes to my final time...

Is that normal??!! I was so excited to see my 8:01MM when I crossed the finish line, only to be so deflated & disappointed when the offical results were posted & my time was actually SLOWER than it was last year!

Does anybody have any experience like that??

THANKS

what are the latest running apparel trends? what do you wear/like/look for?

epgjames — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:59:20 GMT

Hi Guys!

What are the latest running apparel trends? what do you wear/like/look for? I'm trying to learn more about running apparel and I figured you guys would be good teachers to help me learn. What's the best out there product wise?

Thanks everyone!

Emily

Fuel Belt Bleeding its color on my clothes.

krickettlee — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:04:02 GMT

Has anyone had a problem with the band (black) bleeding on to your running clothes? It is only a year old and the last few times I have worn it , it stained/inked my shirt on both sides...it will not come out.?? Any same experiences?

YogaToes/PamperedToes

clokoro — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 17:54:08 GMT

Hi all

I've heard that the Yoga Toes are good for plantar fascitis and other foot issues. Has anybody been using them? If so, have they worked for you or affected your running?

Thanks

Bay Area Running Store?

susan-n-the black dog — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:58:01 GMT

Daughter lives in Dublin, CA. She is asking for advice on a good bay area running store. I don't live there. Suggestions please?

Susan

Shoe Wear Patterns

Timbonole — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:38:36 GMT

Just bought a pair of Nike Pegasus about a month ago; might have 120 miles on them by now. Looked at the soles Saturday and noticed the same wear pattern I've seen on my last two pair of running shoes (both of those were New Balance). The front of my right front shoe~~up near the toes~~is completely worn down. Everything else is good, literally good as new on shoes that are, as I say, about a month old.

I was fitted for these Nikes by folks who told me what I basically knew: I don't pronate much one way or the other. The lady who fitted me did say, after watching the video thing, that I do appear to be a bit of a toe runner. My own observation is that I only really get on my toes when I'm pushing up a hill. But, be that is it may, I'm curious as to (a) why it only wears on the right foot, and (b) if I should be concerned.

Re (b) I would add that the only significant pain and soreness I've experienced has been on the right side. Nothing serious, but I do deal with the occasional hip soreness and the even more infrequent right knee pain.

Thoughts?

Garmin Forerunner discussion groups?

D.D.Brown68 — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:10:36 GMT

Is there a forum for the Garmin forunners?

A place where people can share their runs, make challenges and stuff like the Nike+ has??