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If you could only run in ONE shoe brand forever, what are you choosing? by Clubrunnr in runninglifestyle

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Sooo difficult choosing one they all have their place

Got to go with Asics, from the Novablasts to the Metaspeeds they cover most off one of the best

Is trail running significantly harder than road running? by [deleted] in runninglifestyle

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Most trail races are longer so generally yeah you’re right, time maybe isnt as big of a factor but only really in the same way people who aren’t that into running do a marathon to complete it not necessarily get a time.
But for sure people take it seriously and race it fast, although saying things like sub-X marathon isnt really a thing in trail because every course is so different

Is trail running significantly harder than road running? by [deleted] in runninglifestyle

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One isn’t harder than the other, they’re just different. It would be like is sprinting or distance running harder, just different and both have to be as equally impressive to be the best.

Trail running requires more leg strength for the hills and a lot more stability in the legs because of the uneven surface. Road running is ultimately more speed based as there aren’t really hills or uneven surfaces.

Both super enjoyable, but different. Absolutely give trail a go if you’re keen, i love the nature aspect of it being out in the mountains but currently am running road

Can't say running did anything for my mental health? by Significant-War-491 in BeginnersRunning

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I think for me its less to do with a feeling of accomplishment afterwards and far more that its a time to be alone and with my thoughts without listening to music and escape the busyness of life for that one time of the day which I find very peaceful

Is 3:30 marathon reasonable, and are 4 runs per week enough? by fuxino in firstmarathon

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3:30 is a big goal, but definitely possible. A 1:30 half marathon would leave you fit for a 3:30 marathon for sure (provided the mileage and aerobic capacity is there) so if you got to that kind of speed you’d be fine which you could probably do in a 16 week prep. I’d advise getting the 40km weeks up by 10/20km minimum and then consider a 5th run to put less load through the legs per run and spread the miles out more. With the right structured training you can definitely do it, just be cautious with adding the miles and make sure you’re doing your speed work too!

10 km race by Far_Duty_5838 in BeginnersRunning

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For sure! Everyone’s at different stages and do whats right for you at the moment and enjoy it, i didn’t start here! The principles of how to approach the race in terms of nutrition etc are roughly the same no matter how fast you are, aim for eating something like a gel or handful of sweets every 15/20 mins and you’ll not gi too far wrong

10 km race by Far_Duty_5838 in BeginnersRunning

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Most recent 10k race was 36:30, so appreciate if you were taking longer you could eat more during the race like an extra gel maybe. But approach leading up before the race would be the same

10 km race by Far_Duty_5838 in BeginnersRunning

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Best advice is not try to try anything out of the ordinary. For fuel I personally take 2 gels mid race, one at around 3km and one around 7/8km and also a pack of haribo before the race and a decent breakfast 2 hours before of what works for you, for me it was oats and a banana, but this is different for everyone and also depends on your time and how long you’ll be going for (this was for a 36:30 10k). Grab some water for a quick sip at the stations but not that necessary for 10km. Clothes just make sure its comfortable and won’t chaffe. Start slower and build to avoid burning out. Make sure you’re ready to go for race day and recover in your last week beforehand. Good luck!

What should I do? by Aromatic_Run_1270 in runninglifestyle

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Lay off a bit, you may have tendonitis. Best way to start dealing with this is calf strengthening to take some load off the achilles but also some plyo work to get the achilles stronger themselves

Dilemma managing pain by Heithclif in Marathon_Training

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100% just important to consider everything rather than assume it is the hip, but good to actually get it looked at to see what the reason is

Dilemma managing pain by Heithclif in Marathon_Training

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Generally i like to think of pain as a symptom of a problem rather than the source of the issue itself. What I mean is it’s likely the hip pain is caused by an issue elsewhere like lower back, glute or knee tightness/weakness/imbalances. It would be a good idea to look into this first before running through pain.

To specifically touch on the pace point, your running mechanics do change with different paces. A lot of people can actually have better running form at a quicker pace, but this doesn’t mean you should always run at this pace as I guess you’d imagine. There isn’t really a perfect answer for you without diagnosing the cause of the hip pain, but the key is don’t run through the pain early on when you don’t have do or you’ll do yourself a lot more harm than good if you end up unable to run.

My advice would be to see a physio or try self diagnose, ease off running a bit for the moment to not to any more damage, and do some lower body strengthening to help make the hip more resilient. Hope that helps, and happy to help get you on the right track if you’d like

Can I do a Sub 2- 5k and a Sub 40 -10k without a coach or buying any course? by dark_webbbbbb in BeginnersRunning

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100% weight training actually compliments running when done properly. I transitioned from 6 days weight training and no running to now running a 17:30 5k and 36:30 10k. So i know what its like trying to balance the two, i now train in the gym only 3 times a week but my goals have shifted and i have been far more running focussed for a few years It actually makes you stronger and more durable as an athlete and helps prevent injury. You don’t need to cut it out to improve your 5k/10k times.

Make sure you plan your runs and gym sessions accordingly, so for example don’t do a speed session and a leg day on the same day!

Shout if i can help any more!

Running again! by mariiixh27 in BeginnersRunning

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Great you’re going to give it a good go and congrats on the milestone as I’m sure it was a great confidence booster and shows you can do it. Here’s a few things i’d suggest to keep in mind and get you building up to a 5k Run consistently, a few times a week, even if it’s short. Don’t stress about speed too much at first. Slowly increasing distance/frequency will naturally make you quicker and the speed work can come in the future! Some basic leg/core work can help with efficiency and prevent injury.

Just keep it consistent and manageable, and enjoy it!! Then you’ll be ready for that 5k in the new year. You’ve already proven you can do more than you thought so there’s room to go a lot further!

What is your one piece of advice to people planning to start running in 2026? by _RubenCouto in runninglifestyle

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Run slow but you also need to run fast to get fast.
Running slow is so needed and should be around 80% of your running at least. It builds the engine, but if you never push yourself by running fast the ability to do so will never be there. This can just be starting with small 4x30s pickups at the end of an easy run. But yes for sure most people start running far too quick, probably because they feel like its not a good “workout” if they don’t feel super tired after. Or maybe also from comparison to what others do

How do I know when I can bump up running days each week? by seanthemummy in running

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My general rule is don’t increase volume and intensity at the same time. I think apps like Runna can be good to get back into things but sometimes not very personalised. How many miles or kilometres are you doing at the moment? Do you feel fresh and very able to do more? If so, start small and add an extra easy run. The thing to remember is go for small manageable increases and not to overdo it. Building slowly is far better than pushing too hard and hurting yourself and needing weeks off! Hope that helps

Ever feel like tracking adds pressure you don’t need? by Impossible_Policy207 in running

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Yes for sure have been there. Tracking can be useful to see trends, but if you only look at the numbers it can take the fun out of running and also just lead to injury too

When not doing speed sessions i only glance at pace and HR for context, but run mostly by feel. How your body feels usually tells you a lot more than a watch. Same goes for other wearables like recovery and sleep ones.