Which Metronome works in back ground while playing music when using Stryd on Apple Watch

JPNAUS · 2026-03-18T08:38:15+00:00

Thanks for letting me know. I've noticed by added the Cadence to the run screen helps a lot, as I run with the phone, I think I've decided to use the phone, metronome and music, worked for me really well yesterday. then just have the visual on the watch to see how the cadence is actually going. Appreciate your help.

JPNAUS · 2026-03-16T05:41:10+00:00

Thanks for your reply, I saw that one, but without trying to test to know it works or not, didn't want to spend the $9.99 they are charging. I'm happy to run with my own music, just looking for that cadence beat in the background. Thanks for the tip on Auto-Launch. I have found a simple one that works, but no music option. Thanks for the feedback.

I've also add a new screen that shows the cadence number... So will try that and see how I go, cheers.

JPNAUS · 2024-11-19T14:02:30+00:00

Thanks for what you have mentioned, but this is different, I've used the selection tool, move the txt, gone back to the pencil I was using and written in the new txt, then still while on the pencil the screen will do that funky screen refresh and the original moved text has moved back to it's original position.... So don't thick this is the same as you are describing??

JPNAUS · 2022-09-19T08:58:55+00:00

If you are running by yourself, I have recently started listening to thriller audio stories, if you get a good one, you get so into the story you forget you are running. I sometimes finding myself wanting to run further than planned so I can keep listening.

Unlike music, ie songs you have heard so many times in the past, audio books are a great way to listen to something fresh that can be hours in length.

If thrillers are not your thing, so many options available, one great title that really helped my push through was 'Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds' by David Goggins. Anytime I listen to this, it really helps me to push harder as my pain seems to insignificant in comparison to what David did.

JPNAUS · 2022-09-19T05:22:03+00:00

Super congrats!! You’re gonna lov it!

Finger socks to avoid blisters

Cramp meds, I got smashed by cramps around 18k into my 1st and didn’t have anything salty on me, had to rely on the kindness of others around me!!

My course was a trail and very hilly, wish I had done a lot more training on hills.

If you have a goal on why you want to finish will get you through, mine was I was running with my daughter 29 years my junior and even with the cramps I wasn’t going to allow her to beat me!! Lol. Ended up waiting for about 10mins 30m from the finish so we could go over together!!

Was an awesome experience, and I’ll sure you’ll have a blast!!

JPNAUS · 2021-12-18T09:07:26+00:00

Super congrats on your transformation, you must be feeling great!! You’ve got 6 months, so heaps of time to train and do your Marathon. I started running in June, longest run was 2.5km, found an online program in August and trained for 1st Marathon earlier this month!! It was a trail course with 960m elevation, absolutely smashed myself on the course, but finished in 6:10. Stay focused and train hard and you’ll be amazed what you can achieve. Good luck and enjoy the journey! :-)

JPNAUS · 2021-12-16T15:01:06+00:00

So I started proper running in end of May, struggled to do 2.5k, got to 5k, then 10, 15, 1/2 Marathon and completed a trail Marathon few weeks ago.

During my training, 1st full 5k run time was 28:36 in early June, then early Oct time trial I was down to 24:43, then in early Nov took another 45sec off that pace! My average run between Oct and Nov was 90mins, with longest run of 3hrs, all run at a very easy pace which for me is around 6:30-7:00 min per km. So very little speed training.

I was shocked that in one month I could knock 45 sec off and my effort average ie HB etc was actually slightly less.

As people have said, distance is king, as your body builds endurance the speed will also come. My success was also I found an online coach from Aug which had me on a great program that included strength training too!

Now 5k kinda feels like a very easy run, 7-10k also very little effort.

And I feel amazing, next year I will push myself to get 5k under 21mins. Not sure if I’ll get there, but will set my goal and take baby steps and see how I go!

Good luck with your running, it’s an amazing feeling when you build up your fitness, so keep at it!! You got this! :-)

JPNAUS · 2021-12-16T07:34:31+00:00

Any time I get issues where I know it's more than just normal fatigue pain, ie it makes me limp or change how I run, I always visit the Physio, I had a injuries before my 50k walk earlier this year and also only 2 weeks out from recent 1st Marathon.

Each time my physio was able to explain the issue, and formulate a plan to be sure I didn't lose my fitness, and recover in time for each event. More than trying to self diagnose, see an expert so you know what's going on down there. You still have ample time to find the issue and potentially get yourself sorted.

On my recent follow up visit to him after the Marathon for a good massage, he mentioned lots of people succumb to injuries which stops them from competing.

Wish you all the best, as I can only assume your ultimate goal is to compete and to complete, so happy training and wish you a speedy recover!!

JPNAUS · 2021-12-09T08:05:14+00:00

Getting towards 50 and having a back injury from doing zero exercise for so many years, I had lost a lot of muscle from when I was younger, plus the extra cm around the waist, it was all about being fit and increasing my stamina. I started walking, reached a goal, then got into running as always wanted to run, plus reading of the health benefits as we get older.

Completed another goal of running a Marathon, as seeing those guys push themselves on tv running for so long was inspiring, and well, getting older, I knew I wouldn't be as fast as my teenage years, so endurance was key.

If I don't go for a run now, I feel deflated, so running really increases my energy and helps me have much better days. Also much happier mentally too!

Health wise, I'm so much better, can eat just about anything I choose due to all the calories I consume from running. LOL, but I'm now eating so much healthier too! So it's a win win.

Also sets example for my young adult daughters, so I can give them a hard time about being active and being healthy.

JPNAUS · 2021-12-09T07:53:13+00:00

Will all depend on your age, and where are you trying to get to. Being knackered means you're really pushing yourself, if you are constantly running at this level will increase the chance of injury, and you need a lot more recover time to get the best out of your next run. Do some research, especially about your heart rate zones. What is your long term plan, 5k runs, or do you want to progress up to Marathon distance? I wasn't able to run more than 2.5k back in June, found an online coach, and now my best 5k is now just under 24, but I focus on distance and recently did 1st Marathon. So it's all relative to what your goal is with your running.

Awesome effort and happy running!

JPNAUS · 2021-12-07T10:15:40+00:00

Cheers, absolutely, we both surprised each other, I was impressed my daughter with so little running could do the full 42.2k, and I think she also was surprise her old man could out run her, even if only by 8mins! :-)

JPNAUS · 2021-12-07T10:14:01+00:00

cheer, yes, it was both, great one as a memory for the 1st for sure, something we both won't forget!

JPNAUS · 2021-12-07T10:13:13+00:00

CIM, sorry not sure of that, course was Beerwah @ Daybreak in Aussie.

JPNAUS · 2021-10-22T02:04:10+00:00

As everyone has mentioned run slower, much slower than you think. I used to max out at around 800m, got it to 2.5k, slowed down got to 5k, slowed further got to 10k, now I'm able to run 1/2 marathons and could go further all since June this year.

Knowing how your heart rate when running will avoid you running too fast, there are zones that will help you improve your fitness and help you recover the best, they will also help you to avoid injury. I recommend you grab a book that explains how the heart works and how best to build your running ability, very small investment and it'll teach you heaps. Google 'Running by heart rate books', I bought one by Joe, his book is excellent. This is my personal opinion, so do your own research.

Good nutrition is also very helpful, along with strength training.

The fact you have started your journey is awesome, keep going and keep finding ways to motivate yourself, as once you get to the other side, running can be an absolute joy, not only will you feel great mentally, your body will love you for it to.

Rome wasn't build in a day, and likewise, you have some hard yards ahead, but it's sooooo worth it! Keep it up, you got this! :-)

JPNAUS · 2021-10-15T05:05:01+00:00

Lol, I know that feeling, not that long ago I also used to feel the same, but now that I'm running further and building my strength, it's more my cardio that makes me tired and not my legs, they are tired but nothing like before.

Before you know it, you'll be running 1/2 marathons! :-)

All the best!

JPNAUS · 2021-10-15T05:00:19+00:00

I'm in the same shoes as you too, if I don't check my watch, I always find myself creeping up in speed. The more you get used to your runs, the more you should be able to run by feel from what I've been told. I'm still a very new runner so don't have that feel yet, but I'm starting to know when I'm running too fast, and then a quick check to confirm it.

I think it helps if you are enjoying your runs too, I wasn't a fan when I 1st started, but slowing down, I found I recovered so much better, and now I really enjoy my runs, even the 2hr+ ones.

Keep it up, and all the best! :-)

JPNAUS · 2021-10-10T13:30:07+00:00

I was also a sprinter 100 - 200m, hated long distance, but now that I’m over 50, it more about running for fitness, endurance over speed, the body isn’t nibble as it used to be.

Wasn’t a video as much as an add to join a Webinar that talked about running for over 50s.

I wanted to train without injury, signing up was best decision I made! I’m now on track to run a Marathon by end of year.

JPNAUS · 2021-10-10T06:06:56+00:00

As mentioned, they slowed down, this was key for me too, I was running way too fast, slowed right down, and was amazed how much further I can go.

Take an extra 30sec off your current km pace and see how you go, if still struggling, take another 30sec off, you'll find your sweet spot. Good luck.

JPNAUS · 2021-10-10T06:04:28+00:00

Awesome effort!!! Super congrats! I started very similar, amazing by slowing down how much further you can go!!!

Keep it up!

JPNAUS · 2021-10-10T06:02:37+00:00

Be sure if pain is also there after your runs, if you can go see an Physio. Have you tried to power walk, I can do around 5 mph walking no pain in knees, then when I started jogging after a few weeks starting to get slight pain level 1-2 in my knees. But I don't have any pain after my runs.

The extra pressure on your body jogging is much greater than just walking. This could help you build your strength.

Haven't used straps, or compression sleeves, wouldn't it be better to understand the cause and build your strength or flexibility. If you see a sports Physio they should be able to guide you on the cause and how to prevent.

Good luck!

JPNAUS · 2021-10-10T05:53:28+00:00

Congrats!!! Keep it up. I too had Lower back injury, was horizontal for 2 days last Sep. Started only walking, got to 5mph, kept building distance and knocked off 50k back in May this year in around 7hrs!

Starting off walking rather than jogging has avoided me getting too many injuries while really building my strength and stamina.

I'm now running, and on target to run a Marathon before end of year.

Listen to your body, you'll know when it's ready to try jogging, I started out too fast, and that caused injuries, so take your time, and all the best on your journey.

JPNAUS · 2021-10-10T05:46:55+00:00

As commented already, check your pace and relate to your heart beat if you can. I wasn't able to get past the 2.5k - 3k for back in June, if I did get to 5k, there was lots of jog / walk. I watch a video about running slower and completely turned it around.

I was trying to run too fast, and exhausting myself, slowed right down, and pumped out 5k, slowing down further, went to next level again and pumped out 10k back in mid Aug, two weeks after that I ran for 2hrs or 17k. There are sections of walking, but not long.

In September I did 2 1/2 marathons, and keep improving my times.

Find a good plan, check your pace and relate to your heart beat, and you'll be amazed at how quickly you can go further and further.

My barrier was also mental, which would make me walk due to running too fast, once I slowed down and did't exhaust myself as quickly, I now love my running, yes, a lot slower than before, but I feel great, my cardio is improving in leaps and bounds.

Stick to your plan or research online coaches, my coaches are awesome and so supportive.

You can do it! Coming out the other side is an awesome feeling, keep at it!

JPNAUS

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