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705 Views 2 Replies Latest reply: Nov 22, 2012 2:12 PM by crl8686 RSS
Ladyfire70 Rookie
Ladyfire70
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Sep 18, 2012
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Nov 21, 2012 11:07 PM

New to running, & I can't stop

I'm 42, so I am getting a late start!

I'm New to running, & I can't stop.

10 weeks ago, I started the c25k, and now

I've completed 3 races, I had my PR in

The last race!  I started the 10k training this week!  I am so happy

With the progress!  I'm doing core exercises in addition to my running! 

I can run for 40 minutes solid now, something I never thought possible!  I have signed

Up for a race every month! 

 

Any ideals on strength and/or core training?

  • Billsr Pro
    Billsr
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    1. Nov 22, 2012 1:58 AM (in response to Ladyfire70)
    New to running, & I can't stop

    Hi:

    Sounds like your doing great. The key when you up your distance is to do it slowly. build no more than 10% a week on your distance. Make sure you do plenty of stretching particularly AFTER you run. For core work I just do various situps and pushups. At 42 your not that old to start. I'm 52 and started at 47.  The key to keeping it going is getting into a dedicated routine.

    -Bill

  • crl8686 Legend
    crl8686
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    2. Nov 22, 2012 2:12 PM (in response to Ladyfire70)
    Re: New to running, & I can't stop

    There is a lot of useful Web info on weight training and core strengthening exercises, but I would also recommend investing in a session with a personal trainer who can provide you with a customized program tailored for runners. I did that about a year ago and found it very helpful. I did one session with a trainer affiliated with my gym and received an excellent set of exercises tailored both to complement running and to my body's individual strengths and weaknesses.




    "...I've learned that you shouldn't compare yourself to the best others can do, but to the best you can do....I've learned that you can keep going long after you think you can't..." --- author unknown

    2013 highlights...

    @ 5K:

    Ontario Mills 5K, Ontario, CA, 24:42

    Heart of the City Run, Los Angeles, CA, 24:13

    Downtown Anaheim 5K, Anaheim, CA, 24:32

    @ 10K:

    LA Chinatown Firecracker 10K, Los Angeles, CA, 51:42

    The Great Race - Old Agoura 10K, Agoura Hills, CA, 51:12

    Fiesta Days Run, La Canada, CA, 49:31



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