so im going to run to give myself some variation, but i know nothing about running. can someone just give me some rough advice like how long i should run ect? im just doing this for exercise, nothing serious.
starting runnig...some tips?
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ive got shoes. mostly just technique is what i want, like i know theres not much to it, but is there anything really important to keep im mind? and is half an hour good(thats how long i ride)
A half an hour sounds about right for starting out. I might even go a little shorter if I was just starting out. Running too much too soon will result in stress fractures, muscle pulls/tears, and/or joint problems. You might have great cardio endurance from cycling, but your body is not yet ready for the intense pounding you're about to put on it. Slowly increase your mileage, say a mile every one or two weeks. Running on soft surfaces (grass, dirt) is preferred to pavement.
As far as form goes, pinch your shoulderblades (this opens up your chest) and shove your pelvis forward. Some people, upon learning about the shoulderblade technique, do not move their arms in stride anymore. Don't do this, make sure you keep on pumping your arms in stride with your legs. Also, concentrate on pushing yourself forward with each stride, don't push yourself up
As far as form goes, pinch your shoulderblades (this opens up your chest) and shove your pelvis forward. Some people, upon learning about the shoulderblade technique, do not move their arms in stride anymore. Don't do this, make sure you keep on pumping your arms in stride with your legs. Also, concentrate on pushing yourself forward with each stride, don't push yourself up
thanks. now that i know how to do it, i can't make anymore excuses, i'll go for my first run tommorow...
Buy new shoes often (But really depends on your mileage).
Even tho the shoes may still look good, they break-down in the inside. You don't want to develope heel spurs, planar fasciitis, or a number of other ailments from bad shoes.
If you start getting these pains, likley you'll never fully recover.
Even tho the shoes may still look good, they break-down in the inside. You don't want to develope heel spurs, planar fasciitis, or a number of other ailments from bad shoes.
If you start getting these pains, likley you'll never fully recover.
I can't believe I forgot to post that! This is a MUST.Originally posted by ET_SoCal
Buy new shoes often (But really depends on your mileage).
Even tho the shoes may still look good, they break-down in the inside. You don't want to develope heel spurs, planar fasciitis, or a number of other ailments from bad shoes.
If you start getting these pains, likley you'll never fully recover.
Doh! Sorry I missed this one... what everyone says is correct. All I can add is to start slowly at a pace that seems easy to you - work on your base miles before you start working on speed. Your connective tissues need time to adapt to the new routine.
Quality shoes fitted by a professional are an absolute must!!! major chains are not likely to have the perfect shoe for you... best to look for a small spacialty shop that caters exclusively to runners.
If you are running on trials - wear trail shoes. There is a huge difference between trail and road shoes.
Road shoes typically last about 300 miles, trials shoes last about 500 miles.
If you have more specific questions...
Quality shoes fitted by a professional are an absolute must!!! major chains are not likely to have the perfect shoe for you... best to look for a small spacialty shop that caters exclusively to runners.
If you are running on trials - wear trail shoes. There is a huge difference between trail and road shoes.
Road shoes typically last about 300 miles, trials shoes last about 500 miles.
If you have more specific questions...
ok.
in terms of how much:
i ride for about half an hour everyday, nothing seroius, just sort of messing around to keep fit and ride from home to town to buy stuff. now with running, how much do i need to do to get the same amount of exercise?
in terms of how much:
i ride for about half an hour everyday, nothing seroius, just sort of messing around to keep fit and ride from home to town to buy stuff. now with running, how much do i need to do to get the same amount of exercise?
45 minutes to an hour three times a week should be fine. Cycling for 30 minutes is pretty low impact... to get the most out of your time you should have your heart rate over 75% for an hour each day.