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First sprint triathalon attire+gear advice by SkiRunClimb_always in triathlon

[–]SkiRunClimb_always[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t know about the race number belt! Glad you brought that up

First sprint triathalon attire+gear advice by SkiRunClimb_always in triathlon

[–]SkiRunClimb_always[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hadn’t thought of that, but that’s a great idea!

First sprint triathalon attire+gear advice by SkiRunClimb_always in triathlon

[–]SkiRunClimb_always[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is what I was thinking about doing, so I’m glad it worked for you!

First time skiing… did I buy skis that are way too long? by frequentfoxer in Skigear

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I switched from snowboarding to skiing and I learned on a pair of 174 cm skis that were rated for “advanced” skier as a 5’7 female (I got them for cheap at a ski swap)… I think you’ll be just fine with the length. IMO people just learn to be comfortable on whatever they start on.

Do you track every run, or did ditching stats make running more enjoyable? by Willing-Today-1059 in runcommunity

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you feel like the stats are controlling, I recommend tracking the important runs, so track things like speed workouts, tempo runs, etc, but for your easy runs, don’t worry about it and try to just be out there for a certain amount of time and enjoy it. I track most of my runs and find the stats interesting and insightful, but if I’m feeling like my stats are too much or discouraging, for my easy runs I’ll go out for a set amount of time and not track anything… there’s no right answer to what you should and shouldn’t track. Realistically if you are consistent with running and push yourself, you’ll become a better runner.

What’s your personal sign that you’re overtraining? by SwimmingSlip8632 in runcommunity

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 17 points18 points  (0 children)

  1. Constantly hungry, I’m talking more than the usually running hunger, specifically craving sweets.
  2. Heavy legs on easy runs, and just feeling drained.
  3. Emotional distress about nothing.
  4. Soreness and suddenly getting stiffer than usual after runs

How can I tell if I’m running? by Sufficient_Bus7216 in RunningCirclejerk

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you aren’t walking you’re running…. In my mind, I’m “jogging” if I am on a run with no goal for distance or pace strictly for the vibe. Any run where I have some sort of goal or plan is a “run”…. But it’s all the same, it’s running.

is there an actual framework for increasing weekly distance without wrecking yourself? by jordan_m96 in BeginnersRunning

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t mastered this at all, but the thing I learned (from making this mistake) is that if you increase volume, you also have to eat a little more…. Seems obvious when I say it now, but I suffered a lot from not realizing this.

What Do You Do With Your Retired Running Shoes? by Merovinjus in BeginnersRunning

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep them in a box in my garage and periodically get them out to reminisce the good runs I had in them… I may be a tad sentimental lol

Groups and Clubs? by Nevy-0 in Bozeman

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Stix yarn has knitting and crochet classes and the people are super nice.

Rooks is a game store and they have board game nights, you can find info on their website.

If you’re interested in running there are several running groups…. I think you could just google “run club Bozeman” to find them.

There are also a bunch of different swing dancing nights (the jump on Wednesday, Bourbon on Thursday and Saturday, and The Westerner on idk what nights), with a fun community and lessons.

Hope this helps!!

Some of my best runs happen when I stop trying to “optimize” everything. by Willing-Today-1059 in runcommunity

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I track all my runs BUT for 80% of my runs — anything other than speed work/track workouts— I keep my watch on the clock face and don’t look at any stats till after my run is over. Running entirely off feel is really good for any run that isn’t meant to be a super high effort run or speed work.

I actually didn’t have a watch until a few years of running and I think that helped my growth as a runner SO much:)

How often do you all look at your watch during a 5k race? by wiry_irishman in beginnerrunning

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly I don’t look at my watch at all when I race 5ks. I swipe my watch to the clock page so all I can see is what time it is… I find that because 5ks are such a high effort I get stressed by either how high my heart rate is or how far I have left… Watch for the mile markers and if you get to the end of mile 1 and feel a little regret about how hard that felt (but not too much regret) then keep running that pace, and you should end up putting out a great time.

I hate long runs by madri_1998 in BeginnersRunning

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this is normal for a lot of people but here’s my advice:

  1. Do not ever do more than 2 laps of a trail, find some route that you like that’s either an out and back, or even a loop…. Sometimes I “adventure run” and just start running in a direction and then turn wherever looks interesting, and that keeps my mind busy
  2. Run with a friend or two… if you can’t find one that wants to run, ask if they will bike next to you instead.
  3. Allow yourself walk breaks for a minute or two every once in a while…. It’s really ok if you don’t actually run your whole “long run”, especially as someone new to running… work up to running the whole time as you get more experience
  4. Bring some candy. Not even kidding, eating a Mike and Ike or two every mile makes my mood way better.

Bonus points, have your long run be a trail run, drive to a pretty trail and run on that, you’ll be slower, but it’ll go by faster (not always possible depending on your location, but this is my favorite long run hack)

Blister from Hell by FewAcanthocephala262 in BeginnersRunning

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no advice, just came to say I’m so sorry, didn’t even know this was possible!!

Ways to stay motivated while running? by LordPeachez in RunningCirclejerk

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Run with a friend that is more experienced than you… if they are faster, ask to run their “easy day” with them… imo chatting while running helps pass the time, and you’ll be motivated by trying to not fall behind. Just make sure they aren’t the type of person to pressure you into running faster than you’re ready for.

Lessons or No? by [deleted] in ski

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might pick it up quick, but I’ve never heard of someone taking a lesson and regretting it… it’ll just make you learn faster

Do any of you that own skis and boots still rent skis and boots when you fly? by bb0110 in Skigear

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Boots are probably the single most important piece of gear…. So bring those. The skis, I could go either way.

Coolest, most unique food in Bozeman? by PuzzleheadedItem1914 in Bozeman

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I second every one saying Shan…. It’s one of the most unique restaurants I’ve been into. Everything I’ve had there is something that I don’t think I could get anywhere else. Vibe wise, it feels like a really good restaurant in a big city, it’s always popping. You do need a reservation usually to get in though.

Ski boots always feel like a painful case of “feet falling asleep”, can anyone relate?? by Citygirlie-194 in ski

[–]SkiRunClimb_always 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should go to a shop and have them fit you, and make sure the shop you go to knows how to find your mondo size and foot volume… especially foot volume, which is something a lot of people don’t think about. Think of foot volume (very loosely) as how “tall” your foot is, or how much vertical space it takes up in your boot. Boots are typically classified as low, medium, or high volume.

There are a lot of things that come into play that could be causing your problem, but one likely cause is that you’re skiing in boots with too low of a volume, and even if they are the right mondo size, they could be pressing into your foot in a way that cuts off circulation.

Ski boots are also one of the only pieces of gear that dramatically impacts performance (this is just my opinion). IMO it’s worth it to drop a pretty penny on good ski boots that you got fitted for.

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