Barry Stuart Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 OMTOM Article about Compression Socks In conclusion, this study showed that there are few beneficial effects from wearing compression garments, with minor improvements in ankle circumference measurements two days after the race, but no other significant effects related to either muscle damage or race times. Based on the results of the study, there is limited evidence to support the continued utilisation of commercially available below knee compression garments during running. Full article:http://www.twooceansmarathon.org.za/blogs/anonymous/investigation-impact-compression-garments-endurance-running-performance I only use them post run as a recovery tool. If I remember correctly, there were some studies that provided evidence they were somewhat effective in recovery, likening them to ice baths if worn overnight (I stand to be corrected). But I will use them on a run if it's weather like this.
Mudsimus Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 What is a normal or average time to recover from a half marathon? Ive done three in the last 4 weeks, and after everyone Im sore and dead on my legs for atleast 3-4 days. Is this normal? Thats a big chunk out of a training week. That said, Im not the fittest atm, so hopefully my recovery will improve before the comrades load starts.
dave303e Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 no I haven't hey, I also need to update profile, been in jhb for a while now, running spruit and northcliff nowadays. If you are pta side and want a good trail run I suggest Hedianga, R25 gets you a weeks worth of access and that 15km loop is proper.
Barry Stuart Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 What is a normal or average time to recover from a half marathon? Ive done three in the last 4 weeks, and after everyone Im sore and dead on my legs for atleast 3-4 days. Is this normal? Thats a big chunk out of a training week. That said, Im not the fittest atm, so hopefully my recovery will improve before the comrades load starts. Shew, a lot of factors there. As you say, fitness being a big one but also how hard you pushed will determine the lactic buildup. If you were going flat out that's quite a quick turnaround for three. My theory is that, as long as there isn't any sharp pain that doesn't go away as the run progresses and I don't have another race coming up soon, running on tired legs the next week is absolutely fine, probably even mentally beneficial. I like to do an 8-10km gentle recovery the day after a half and then resume my normal training after taking the monday off.
Paddaman Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 (edited) no I haven't hey, I also need to update profile, been in jhb for a while now, running spruit and northcliff nowadays. If you are pta side and want a good trail run I suggest Hedianga, R25 gets you a weeks worth of access and that 15km loop is proper.Pretoria Side: Tuesday 18:00 Trail Time trial at Wolwespruit is 4.4km or 8.8km. R20 is the admin fee Saturday 07:00 is the Respek en eiers coffee shop Wonderboom/Moot trail walk/run also about 4km/8km and 15km and can be extended to 20km of trail running. Entry is free but etiquette is breakfast afterwards Edited October 10, 2017 by Paddaman
Jackes Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 My theory is that, as long as there isn't any sharp pain that doesn't go away as the run progresses and I don't have another race coming up soon, running on tired legs the next week is absolutely fine, probably even mentally beneficial. In fact get used to it, taking how our comrades training programme went this year... As long as there is no niggles or issues yes! Barry Stuart 1
Hacc Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 (edited) Did my first half marathon on sunday. The KFM gun run. Managed a 1:53. Did the first 10km rustig in 1 hour and the next 11km in 53min. Was hoping ofr 1:45 but took it too rustig in the beginning. But i am super happy. Only been doing short 7/8 km runs after cycling home from work. Most i have ever run was 14km prior (last month). Congratulations! Sub 2 on your first 21km is great. Joined. I will be the oke mostly at the bottom of the log. At the moment I am not even on the log... These Strava groups can be intimidating. If I look at the weekly mileage of our local Comrades group I get very concerned..There is a worldwide Comrades group on Strava. The amount of kms the top runners do per week is insane, ranging anything from 200 to 300km. I am not concerned about the km's but rather intimidated by the pace. As Norrie Williamson said, it is not enough to run far, but you also need to be able to run fast as well.You should follow Renier Grobler... I think he did a long run (45 km) in the middle of a day at a 4:10 min/km pace... I find them pretty useful. I like to look for guys that are just a bit faster than me over the respective distances and then follow them and learn from how they train. I've occasionally met up with other groups via Strava and joined them on their training runs, it's great experience being the weakest runner in a pack and being forced out of a comfort zone.I agree completely, Strava is an excellent tool to learn from others. I also use it to compare my training to a previous year. For example what was my avg kms per week last year this time. Edited October 10, 2017 by Hacc Lexx and Barry Stuart 2
Zatek Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 I did the Rainbow 21km this past Saturday and at 17km my knee refused to bend so had to walk the last 4km to the finish line and ended with a 2:16. I was able to cycle on Sunday and Monday but tried to run again and at 700m started to pain again. Ni swelling or redness nothing. Just pain behind the patella and unable to bend the knee. I am also able to feel a catching or clicking in the knee today.
SwissVan Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 What is a normal or average time to recover from a half marathon? Ive done three in the last 4 weeks, and after everyone Im sore and dead on my legs for atleast 3-4 days. Is this normal? Thats a big chunk out of a training week. That said, Im not the fittest atm, so hopefully my recovery will improve before the comrades load starts.Time to recover will depend on various factors like age, intensity of effort and total training volume during those 4 weeks and the weeks before. If you were taking it easy and not racing then After the 3rd 21k you should notice a lot less soreness and dead legs, the fact you are not feeling like this is an indication you took on to much and need to recover properly CobusV 1
g3n151d3 Posted October 10, 2017 Posted October 10, 2017 You know what they say... Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk
ScottCM Posted October 11, 2017 Author Posted October 11, 2017 (edited) Doping Conviction for Petro Mamu, 2017 World Long Distance Mountain Running Champion I couldn't have said it better, “This may be naive, but I still think that the world championships are supposed to be, like the Olympics, a shining example of peaceful diplomacy, friendship and competition. Cheating defeats that spirit.” http://trailrunnermag.com/people/news/petro-mamu-doping-world-long-distance-mountain-running-championships.html Edited October 11, 2017 by ScottC-M
Chris_ Posted October 11, 2017 Posted October 11, 2017 I did the Rainbow 21km this past Saturday and at 17km my knee refused to bend so had to walk the last 4km to the finish line and ended with a 2:16. I was able to cycle on Sunday and Monday but tried to run again and at 700m started to pain again. Ni swelling or redness nothing. Just pain behind the patella and unable to bend the knee. I am also able to feel a catching or clicking in the knee today. This sounds awful.. I hope you find out whats going on
Raab Posted October 11, 2017 Posted October 11, 2017 @ Dave303 I see next weekend in your neck of the woods is a free trail run 6/12/18km at Groenkloof hosted by Columbia, ever done one of these events? Damn, won't be able to make it. Really struggling with motivation after Mont Aux Sources, every run just seems a drag now
dave303e Posted October 11, 2017 Posted October 11, 2017 Damn, won't be able to make it. Really struggling with motivation after Mont Aux Sources, every run just seems a drag now find the next adventure and get inspired! Climb that dam mountain... Andrew Steer, Chris_ and Lexx 3
Jackes Posted October 11, 2017 Posted October 11, 2017 (edited) WOW, just WOW... https://www.facebook.com/ultratrailcapetown/videos/595893140597174/ https://www.facebook.com/ultratrailcapetown/videos/643635739156247/ Edited October 11, 2017 by Jackes Barry Stuart and Chris_ 2
SeaBee Posted October 11, 2017 Posted October 11, 2017 Awesome race, I still have a bit of a revenge date with it... but refused to pay this year's increased prices. Can't even remember exact pricing, but it's getting crazy expensive. Pieter-za 1
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