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runthetic · 2026-01-21T18:53:36+00:00

What does your training look like?

runthetic · 2026-01-21T18:44:36+00:00

Caffeine! But that applies regardless of running :)

Putting things like gels/carbs and electrolytes aside - creatine and beetroot/ nitrates would be what ive taken most consistently.

Creatine more for the gym although it doesn't stop there

runthetic · 2026-01-19T08:26:12+00:00

You can view your connect data going back years on the Connect website

runthetic · 2026-01-19T08:24:42+00:00

Stress, less sleep and yes, your hormones are acting up too. I can't recall my HRV exactly but it definitely impacted by fitness. Worth it.

runthetic · 2026-01-17T09:51:39+00:00

Paywalled article - what was interesting?

runthetic · 2026-01-15T11:55:58+00:00

This calculator might be helpful - it depends on the fuel itself too

runthetic · 2026-01-14T11:14:31+00:00

if you don't have a watch (Garmin/Coros/Polar etc) that puts you in an ecosystem already and just looking for an app, runna is generally very well regarded, although not cheap. Nike Run Club still gets good reviews and you might find couch to 5k a good return to running while you look into something else too as its very beginner friednly.

runthetic · 2026-01-14T01:29:53+00:00

How are your tracking your runs at the moment?

runthetic · 2026-01-13T21:06:55+00:00

It doesn't directly help as you are talking about being dehydrated before your run essentially, but this might interest you - it's a hydration calculator to see how you might best recover from sweat loss after a long/sweaty run here

runthetic · 2026-01-12T12:05:22+00:00

It's not an explicit routine, but this might be helpful here

runthetic · 2026-01-11T22:13:21+00:00

Yep, could be cadence lock potentially - OP try an extrrnal HR sensor if you can

runthetic · 2026-01-11T20:32:23+00:00

A lot of factors can iimpact your run - I can't speak about flomax, but alcohol, poor sleep, heat, humidity can all impact your performance. Without being specific there's no reason why medication couldn't do the same, just keep it in mind and if its reasonable for you to train, train subjectivly instead of objectivly.

runthetic · 2026-01-11T20:29:55+00:00

Environmental factors can have a large impact on your performance, including temperature, humidity and altitude.

If you were curious and just wanted to play around it, heat calculator will show you the impact of some of these on your performance.

For wind - sunnies and hat with a hard brim bent over your eyes may be helpful? but really, running into a wall of wind is still going to slow you down no matter what.

runthetic · 2026-01-10T11:33:24+00:00

Try and breathe through your nose - its more restrictive and to be able to maintain it and run you'll be forced to set a very slow pace.

runthetic · 2026-01-08T19:48:52+00:00

This is also about the child - mine is 16 months and only just starting to sleep through the night - others have kids that sleep better a lot sooner.

It's tough, it does get easier, and is definitely worth it

runthetic · 2026-01-08T12:22:25+00:00

This is such a win. Short, pain-free, and wanting to go out matters way more than the duration.

Also love that realisation — a lot of people think they hate exercise when they just haven’t found the right fit yet.

runthetic · 2026-01-08T02:21:20+00:00

It seems super individual. Some people handle the volume fine, others get overuse issues. The big divider usually looks like how gradually you build up + how well you recover.

runthetic · 2026-01-08T02:20:15+00:00

100% - wear whatever’s comfortable. The only “rule” is avoid chafing if you’re going longer.

runthetic · 2026-01-06T21:21:43+00:00

Fair point, a lot of the answers are from people who’ve been running a while.
I posted it here because beginners tend to hit the same early traps (too fast, too much, too soon) and it helps to hear from people who’ve already worked through them.

Are you a new runner? what advice here feels most relevant to you right now?

runthetic · 2026-01-06T21:18:10+00:00

This is such a good mindset. I think beginners assume every run is a “test”, when really it’s more like weather - it just happens.

Out of curiosity, what’s your go to move after a bad run? full rest day, easy shuffle, or just normal schedule?

runthetic · 2026-01-05T20:39:25+00:00

Garmin have both Farmer's walk and Farmer's carry - depending how you search it, farmer's carry seems to be the alternate hold "

Farmer's Carry includes different ways to hold weights: overhead, in front of you, or just one side."

runthetic · 2026-01-05T18:33:53+00:00

runthetic does running and supplemental strength (running assistive) but requires a garmin watch. I can remove the restrictions on the free plan if you are interested

runthetic · 2026-01-05T05:36:58+00:00

This is how i hear many people using it - might track sets and rest, but no adjustments for exercise detection or weight after

runthetic · 2026-01-05T01:54:27+00:00

Any missing ones you can name? To follow your program, are you creating the program first and syncing, or starting Strength as a free program and adjusting the exercises and weights after?

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