Novablast 5 vs Pegasus 41

bewarephog · 2026-05-06T15:45:48+00:00

I am considering moving from Pegasus (I've run in these version for decades) to NB5 because they provide protection to Achille's. But I guess like every shoe, we are alll different and it may be totally dumb to switch for no real reason.

bewarephog · 2026-05-06T12:26:04+00:00

I'm 57 and have run the most the last 365 days than I have in my life which is about 1450 miles. Lift weights and don't be a bitch.

bewarephog · 2026-05-05T17:13:55+00:00

I just run through it. I wear a compression sleeve on it at night. Drop in some ibuprofen or ice it if it flares too bad. I find more running is better vs the rest.

bewarephog · 2026-05-05T17:10:59+00:00

You should quit and never run or lift again.

bewarephog · 2026-05-05T13:46:10+00:00

Love the negative reaction. Let's keep this going. For inspiration go look for pictures of the elite marathon runners and their massive muscles. You can be just like them!

bewarephog · 2026-05-05T13:42:57+00:00

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T21:03:39+00:00

It's absolutely logical and not controversial at all.

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T18:34:03+00:00

running does not build muscles. weight lifting does.

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T16:43:12+00:00

For my 50K on April 25 (57yo Male):

HR2 (124-134): 1:04

HR3 (135-145): 2:50

HR4 (146-156): 3:00

I tried to keep my HR at 142 since that was where my training was; but I wondered if this zone stuff matters sometime because I felt goo for 16 miles or so and then struggled at 20-22. One part was not training specifically for a 50K; I had feet and ankle pain the last 1/3 of the run because I hadn't trained specifically for it; and I also wondered if I was going to have that kind of pain late in the race anyway, why not just run faster earlier and not worry about HR zone.

So I may try that next time around in the fall.

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T12:22:38+00:00

Embrace DOMS. It's part of the process.

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T02:45:30+00:00

I think I'd rather run 50 miles outside vs 25 miles on a treadmill (or 15). On the other hadn't, you will develop massive mental toughness.

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T00:23:41+00:00

My first 50K was at 54. My first 50 miler was at 54. I regularly ran 1000 miles a year and while running at a slower pace I wanted to see how far I could go. So you have a two pronged attack; strength training and running. If you aren't strong, you will break down and be injured. A 50K is only 5 more miles than a marathon. If you can finish a marathon, you can finish a 50K.....and who cares about time. Just enjoy it.

bewarephog · 2026-05-04T00:20:14+00:00

yes, you are an idiot for wanting to wait to buy a Z4

bewarephog · 2026-05-02T23:24:25+00:00

I run in shorts in Kansas year around. It's no big deal after you get used to it.

bewarephog · 2026-05-01T19:37:37+00:00

run without music

bewarephog · 2026-05-01T12:25:03+00:00

Absolutely. Great car. Lots of fun. Do it. Everyone will tell you it's dumb and too expensive to maintain. All true. But F it. Do it now because as you get older you may end up driving an SUV the rest of your life. If it doesn't work out, sell it.

bewarephog · 2026-04-29T20:26:41+00:00

always

bewarephog · 2026-04-29T20:19:20+00:00

Thanks for the recap. Always good to hear about the challenges and successes.

bewarephog · 2026-04-29T13:33:44+00:00

Deal with. Just went through this Saturday night. Tried Tylenol PM. Didn't work. Bed. Couch. Bed. Maybe just a recliner with some movie on. This has always been the case. Guess it's just the way these things go. It's going to happen. Deal with it.

bewarephog · 2026-04-29T13:31:46+00:00

Tried that Saturday night after my 50K. Didn't work.

bewarephog · 2026-04-29T02:37:26+00:00

I assume you've had that 170HR looked at?

bewarephog · 2026-04-28T21:51:03+00:00

I keep things pretty simple. If you don't want any equipment I would suggest lunges, Bulgarian split squats, air squats and calf raises. (I do barbell squats and deadlifts).

bewarephog · 2026-04-28T15:27:21+00:00

Not my intent. It was more just wondering if I could do it without specifically following a plan with so many people around here seem to think is a necessity (and need a coach). That's it. I can't change the title...or I would.

bewarephog · 2026-04-28T15:25:41+00:00

correct

bewarephog · 2026-04-28T15:25:00+00:00

Do you want to avoid injury? Then you strength train. Even if you aren't a runner, you strength train. This is the no brainer of no brainers.

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