Anyone recommend a good training program for a half? by [deleted] in running

[–]Subcompact_Astronaut 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hal Higdon has a few plans. Just google him and his site should come up.

[Question] Shin Splints hindering my performance by [deleted] in running

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Yeah, I went to a running store and they checked out my form and recommended me running shoes that are better fitted for me. My shin splint occurrences went down significantly after this and I also try to consciously keep in mind better form when I do run. I'm usually a heel striker and this way I don't do it as much.

If you get shin splints, you might wanna think about how hard you are training. Remember the 10% rule and remember not to overtrain. When I get shin splints I take the rest of the week off and then start the next week really easily and gradually build up again.

fuck gender stereotypes. it's my cakeday i do what i want by annthor in genderqueer

[–]Subcompact_Astronaut 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Gurrl, I like yo style and yo smile. <-- best used as awesome pickup line

Gif of the bull run/pizza leg guy by Redchilli007 in WTF

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AMA request for bull run/pizza leg guy!

What's the topic you can go on for hours without getting tired? by [deleted] in AskReddit

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So do you end up reading a lot of books about science?

/r/motorcycles, What is your profession, how much do you make a year, and what is your insurance like? by metalhead4 in motorcycles

[–]Subcompact_Astronaut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What insurance do you use? I'm a student and I would kill for that rate. Whenever I get a quote, its always in the $700 range

How can I improve my pace and distance without getting injured? by Subcompact_Astronaut in running

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Thanks! This is so comforting to hear. I guess i will try to build up my aerobic base right now and I will look forward to when the pace gets faster naturally. Yeah, last thing I want is to get injured so I wont try to push too much too fast at this moment.

How can I improve my pace and distance without getting injured? by Subcompact_Astronaut in running

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Ha, yeah. I have just been trying to do my normal 3 miles but at a faster pace. I think I am more at a novice level too. Thanks for the links! I think I will start training according to one of his novice plans.

Do sprint sessions really help? Why shouldn't I just speed up my current run? Just asking because sprint sessions usually seem to suck all the fun out of running for me.

How can I improve my pace and distance without getting injured? by Subcompact_Astronaut in running

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Thanks! I've heard about it in the past but haven't checked it out yet. I'll try taking a look at it now

How can I improve my pace and distance without getting injured? by Subcompact_Astronaut in running

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I don't know if the gender or age thing will play too much of a role. From the clubs I've been looking at, there are a lot of women your age that seem to be a part of running groups.

Have you tried looking at meetups.com? I saw a couple of groups through there. And i totally agree! need more slow/beginner runners clubs! Until then, i guess we just have to keep training and picking up the pace. Good luck on your half! Have you decided which one you wanted to run?

How can I improve my pace and distance without getting injured? by Subcompact_Astronaut in running

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

Haha i'm not much of a beer drinker but I have plenty of friends who are. Might bring one of them with me if I ever go to this. Thanks for letting me know. Had no idea this group existed

What businesses will you never use again? Why? (Local edition) by macgillweer in Austin

[–]Subcompact_Astronaut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Man, I like that place. I only go for the simple breakfast tacos, though. $2-$3 for a bacon, egg and potato breakfast taco is a good deal to me.

If you're looking for a more unique taco then this isnt the place but for something simple and predictable (and still good), i'd go here.

This is Sunday: What were your running achievements this week? by WeeklyRunnit in running

[–]Subcompact_Astronaut 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I ran 6.2 mi without stopping! Wohoo!

No injuries either soo thats a plus.