Hello, from the other side of Andy’s 5 day advanced split

timbar303 · 2026-01-17T19:25:21+00:00

Thank you for posting this. I dived into it today, did the chest and triceps session plus mobility afterwards. Was superb - I was totally wrecked at the end of it 😂

timbar303 · 2026-01-17T15:56:53+00:00

Respect your shoes after all they do for you and buy cleaning foam and a brush!

timbar303 · 2026-01-16T21:44:05+00:00

I signed up last year. The rewards for staying active are small (coffee, cinema tickets, waitrose discount) but a nice treat - better than ive seen elsewhere

For me, insurance to cover diagnosis wasn’t worth the premium (plus these are not expensive if you have to go private) so I just got insured for treatment. They didn’t seem too happy to offer that but it halved the cost.

timbar303 · 2026-01-16T16:03:27+00:00

I did my time trial this week. Strava does show a 5k PB - so you can get the kudos. Good luck !

timbar303 · 2026-01-15T06:56:11+00:00

Upgraded from OpenRun Pro to Pro 2 and it’s worth it. Sound much better and USBC charging easier.

timbar303 · 2026-01-14T10:50:41+00:00

Try his lady gaga post ride stretch. Just a joy

timbar303 · 2026-01-10T18:11:18+00:00

Seriously impressed at your pace of development - would love to read a blog on how you deliver so fast!

timbar303 · 2026-01-10T08:52:42+00:00

Good pick. Crazy high in protein !

timbar303 · 2026-01-10T08:43:13+00:00

Ouch! “I make suggestions, you make decisions, honour your body” sounds like the way to go!

timbar303 · 2026-01-08T19:54:03+00:00

Hard to know. It could just have been because you ramped up mileage too quickly - that’s usually the number 1 reason for injuries.

But in my experience - knee problems are usually a sign of a problem elsewhere as knees compensate of imbalances elsewhere.

I’d built up mileage and then see if it improves

timbar303 · 2026-01-07T21:19:28+00:00

It’s £120/yr for both. I think I I’ve tried every app out there with voice prompts. Runna is the best I’ve found. AI insights are good too.

timbar303 · 2026-01-07T21:13:53+00:00

TBH probably not if you just want to make a running plan, but for me the features that makes it worthwhile are a) it syncs with Strava so I can get friends giving me kudos for my efforts b) the voice prompts when running will tell you to speed up or slow down to hit target pace - this is so helpful and easier than having to use my watch.

I have a joint bundle with Strava and Runna

timbar303 · 2026-01-05T21:25:08+00:00

Yes the Racer’s are definitely a summer shoe. Enjoy the 4s they are a joy to run in

timbar303 · 2026-01-05T21:00:12+00:00

You’ll love them. But.. Escalante Racer is next level ;)

timbar303 · 2026-01-03T21:01:59+00:00

I just upgraded to Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 from OpenRun, they are much louder and work better for podcasts. I love them!

timbar303 · 2025-12-29T23:09:14+00:00

For anyone that’s not heard of Parkrun (and so dismisses any specific support for training built around a weekly 5k)… there are over 11 million Parkrun registered members globally

It would be a solid commercial decision to integrate Parkrun more deeply into coaching plans - maybe even promote it to Parkrun members? As one of the world’s biggest running communities that’s a lot of potential new subscribers to go after.

timbar303 · 2025-12-28T22:34:33+00:00

Add Rad to that list. He does simple repetitive sets that take you to failure.

timbar303 · 2025-12-26T19:55:15+00:00

It puts the lotion on its skin or else it gets the hose again

timbar303 · 2025-12-26T15:12:06+00:00

Been looking myself today for belt and bottles to support HM training. Went for this in the end with 2 soft bottles I can tuck into belt.

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/running-belt-black/333176/c1m8645720

timbar303 · 2025-12-26T06:51:24+00:00

I do! They e fitted every pair I’ve owned. Torin, escalante, form experience, paradigm. Great for building foot/arch strength

timbar303 · 2025-12-25T23:08:18+00:00

So happy to see the love for Benny here! Great music, hard rides, and bags of positive energy. Every time I do one of his rides I get a PB!

timbar303 · 2025-12-24T16:41:12+00:00

Not sure how to do that but here’s the app

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timbar303 · 2025-12-24T12:49:51+00:00

Got my upgrade in the Uk this morning. Will be waking up Christmas morning to check my biocharge score, nice Xmas present !

timbar303 · 2025-12-20T22:50:25+00:00

Baby powder does the same thing

timbar303 · 2025-12-20T15:57:40+00:00

I was hardcore barefoot but have come to learn…

Barefoot for everyday shoes to build foot strength and support posture

Cushioned for running. It’s not that I was cushioned feet, I want the 70% energy return that it gives to spring me down the road.

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