Cyclists with a "Running" Problem

[Jewbacca]

Sorry bro, not all is lost but ja, it still sucks

All good.

 

I'm far less upset than most about the current situation.

 

We will roll with the punches and be as fluid as we can going forward.

 

I can feel the legs perking up daily so will give it another week or two and try to squeeze in 30+km into the 3 hours and see how that goes.

 

Once we are allowed back on the mountain the rest will come....

[Vallende Vaandel]

Just got some serious motivation on the road today - didn't go for my morning run 'cause its windy and Im feeling down after getting to grips with my deteriorated state after feeling so strong before lockdown. The races I prepped for not gonna happen so Im deflated and unmotivated.

As I drove up sir lowrys pass battling against the wind I got 4 runners sprinting up the pass like there is no wind, no elevation and no 5 week rest. Keeping their distance, but it seems like the idea was to 'chase' the one in front. Lots of smiles and sweat and one still wearing an old race number as a badge.

Comparing myself to them is like dialup next to fiber. But as least I can take something from their attitude. Was a sight for sore eyes this morning!

[dave303e]

Just got some serious motivation on the road today - didn't go for my morning run 'cause its windy and Im feeling down after getting to grips with my deteriorated state after feeling so strong before lockdown. The races I prepped for not gonna happen so Im deflated and unmotivated.

As I drove up sir lowrys pass battling against the wind I got 4 runners sprinting up the pass like there is no wind, no elevation and no 5 week rest. Keeping their distance, but it seems like the idea was to 'chase' the one in front. Lots of smiles and sweat and one still wearing an old race number as a badge.

Comparing myself to them is like dialup next to fiber. But as least I can take something from their attitude. Was a sight for sore eyes this morning!

 

Don't compare to others if you had a break during lock down. Some of use were churning out 20 hours a week training during level 5 so we did come out a fair bit stronger.

[Jaws677]

Last Week Friday - every man and his dog in the streets literally.

 

This week Friday - along my 10km route maybe 3 runners 5 cyclist and an odd dog walker or two. Looked like we were back at level 5

 

Its insane how quickly I became unfit. Every run so far has been a battle.

[Let's Ride]

How do some runners run such long distances? Do they get sore feet and still carry on or just increase mileage by 10 percent every week? 

 

I ran a 15km run yesterday and my left foot on the arch underneath is sore (busy icing it now). Shoes are good and got them from the sweat shop. 

 

Does pace also make a difference? If I ran the 15km's at let's say 6min pace vs my 4 50min pace? 

[Chris_]

How do some runners run such long distances? Do they get sore feet and still carry on or just increase mileage by 10 percent every week? 

 

I ran a 15km run yesterday and my left foot on the arch underneath is sore (busy icing it now). Shoes are good and got them from the sweat shop. 

 

Does pace also make a difference? If I ran the 15km's at let's say 6min pace vs my 4 50min pace? 

 

Lots of people would call 15 a long run... its all relative to how long you've been at it and how your body responds. Speed equals more strain on the body and I imagine you'd break down in some shape or form pretty quickly if you sprinted 100% of your runs, obviously. Thats what training plans and common sense are for.

 

Also, theres a difference between aches and pains vs injury, and it sounds like you're in the latter category, in which case no - thats not something you should just keep pushing on with.

[dave303e]

Time on your feet will help that, build up distance slowly until you are on a certain level...

[Let's Ride]

Lots of people would call 15 a long run... its all relative to how long you've been at it and how your body responds. Speed equals more strain on the body and I imagine you'd break down in some shape or form pretty quickly if you sprinted 100% of your runs, obviously. Thats what training plans and common sense are for.

 

Also, theres a difference between aches and pains vs injury, and it sounds like you're in the latter category, in which case no - thats not something you should just keep pushing on with.

 

So I run often but it's always a 10km as I am limited with time, pace can be from 4:30min for a 10km if I am on my own to slower with my wife. 

 

I think my common sense often gets lost, like a dog fetching a ball  . I just want to run and increasing by 10% each week seems awfully slow, cycling seemed much easier on the body, I wasn't really sore after a long ride, even the DC, tired but that was it. 

[Chris_]

So I run often but it's always a 10km as I am limited with time, pace can be from 4:30min for a 10km if I am on my own to slower with my wife. 

 

I think my common sense often gets lost, like a dog fetching a ball  . I just want to run and increasing by 10% each week seems awfully slow, cycling seemed much easier on the body, I wasn't really sore after a long ride, even the DC, tired but that was it. 

 

Ag the 10% is just a easy guide to give anywhere in the world and it will certainly not result in any overuse injuries so its a super safe bet. But yes, its very slow, but as I said your brain is ultimately the only measuring device that actually works for you. I doubt anyone actually sticks to 10%.

 

Remember cycling has no impact, like swimming so different rules apply, but thats why running is so much more tough on the joints and muscles.

[ChrisF]

Wish I had the GoPro this morning

 

 

About 8 or 10 runnets in Brackenfell. No more than 2 together, and 5 to 10m gaps between the runners.

 

All the safety of a group run. And yet perfect social distancing.

 

 

It CAN be done ????????????

[Let's Ride]

Wish I had the GoPro this morning

 

 

About 8 or 10 runnets in Brackenfell. No more than 2 together, and 5 to 10m gaps between the runners.

 

All the safety of a group run. And yet perfect social distancing.

 

 

It CAN be done

 

I joined a guy around tokai and it was awesome, just hearing somebody behind you really motivates you. Going to miss the club runs. 

[Frosty]

Maybe the masses have returned to work as level 4 workers. Traffic has been much busier this week compared to previous weeks.

 

If they’re all at work, perhaps they aren’t working out in the morning.

[ChrisF]

Maybe the masses have returned to work as level 4 workers. Traffic has been much busier this week compared to previous weeks.

 

If they’re all at work, perhaps they aren’t working out in the morning.

Probably a combination between those back at work and those busy at home for home schooling ....

 

Also many more shopping options. Proving escapes from home....

 

 

Saturday morning is going to be interesting .... no work, no school .... let's see if the masses our out again ...

[Jewbacca]

So I run often but it's always a 10km as I am limited with time, pace can be from 4:30min for a 10km if I am on my own to slower with my wife. 

 

I think my common sense often gets lost, like a dog fetching a ball  . I just want to run and increasing by 10% each week seems awfully slow, cycling seemed much easier on the body, I wasn't really sore after a long ride, even the DC, tired but that was it. 

Time on your feet and getting general strength and conditioning.

 

I've done some 100miler road runs and some 200 miler plus trail distances on foot with no damage to my feet. They do occasionally go through what I call 'The fury' which is when they feel irritated and my toes feel sensitive, but some fresh socks and some talcum powder usually does the job.

 

I think you need to understand your biomechanics and work on holding good form and just being consistent with how often and how you run.

 

I'm incredibly unscientific... I don't make stravas or use a HR monitor or GPS but prefer to run on feel and time.

 

I do obviously have goals and do intervals etc as junk miles are just that. I hadn't been running at all since the start of lockdown as I can't bring myself to run garden loops and own a Kickr, but went out with the pooch on day 3 of level 4 and did a 16km at 5m/km with no hassle at all. 

 

I'm upping the miles this week and want to be able to squeeze in 30km plus on at least one morning this week and 2 next... I miss going 'further'.... riding your bike in one place is rad but also lame. 

[ChrisF]

Clearly some have made the best of working from home AND exercising on treadmills and IDT's ....

 

 

My friend that does the Ironman events clocked a PR for a half marathon this morning in the 6 to 9 slot ....

[Zama7]

Just did a speed test 6.5km in 29 min. Going to try strength training and a lot of sleep for 21 days will then try again. Wonder if I will loose or gain speed. 

 

Did the same run and was able to take 15 s off the time with the same heart rate. Lockdown strength training seems to have helped a bit but think if I went for a 10 or 15km run I would see a big decline,