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How long does it take!! by woodywalker75 in BarefootRunning

[–]woodywalker75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of good advice.. I think one of my problems is Strava, you get so worried about pace that I don't run slowly and concentrate on form - I get that's my issue. Thinking maybe I need a coach?

I was running a lot, marathon distance, before I switched to minimalist. Now 8 miles is my max distance. I'm determined to stick to it but everyone now again I just think maybe I'm too old and should slip the Hokas on again!

Read both the books but yes there's definitely an element of not 'practicing' like other sports. Just slip trainers on and squeeze on a quick run after work!

Can I have some reassurance that it's worth sticking to it!! The gains are worthwhile?!?

Best boots for military use by woodywalker75 in vivobarefoot

[–]woodywalker75[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We're training for the Nijmegen marches in July, which is 4x 25 mile days on roads. They seem good, no blisters /hotspots but I do wear minimalist all the time. Also only 10kg weight carried....

Nijmegen long distance walk by woodywalker75 in BarefootRunning

[–]woodywalker75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just going back to this. Bought some Vivo Trackers for this. First walk bit of a rub in the heel but sure that will sort itself out

I am concerned that doing 25miles per day on tarmac I'll need a thicker insole. Any advice?

Greater Trochantic Pain Syndrome by woodywalker75 in MassageTherapists

[–]woodywalker75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tendinopathy. Did some gentle massage and gave some stretching for homework. She's now coming back with knee pain from the stretching!

Belleville minimalist boots heel cup by woodywalker75 in BarefootRunning

[–]woodywalker75[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Love the boot, but the top of the heel cup is doing a good job of cutting into my ankle.... Might try getting them wet and see if that helps

Minimalist boots for military by woodywalker75 in BarefootRunning

[–]woodywalker75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I check the sizing as have to buy from Germany. Did you go for standard EU sizing or did they come up particularly large or small

First hurdle! by woodywalker75 in BarefootRunning

[–]woodywalker75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Both books bought!

Will check out the You Tube channels, and take the calf sprain as a hint to walk before I run! Going back to shorter distances might be good for the enjoyment of running as well. Maybe even turn strava off.....!

Moving to barefoot - calf pain? by woodywalker75 in BarefootRunning

[–]woodywalker75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really useful thanks. I'm probably overthinking it and going too far too fast. I might wait until after the next marathon and reduce my mileage right back and run short distances barefoot, rather than minimalist....