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Bramble Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Not sure how I feel about running really, certainly don't HATE it, but not sure I LOVE it either I just wish I didn't feel so self conscious about it, I'm already making sure I run early in the morning or late at night, not that it's dark, but there's not so many people about then, goodness knows what people must think, seeing a blob like me trying to run ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 Well, at least you're not hating it . It does get better - the more you run, the better you get and the more you enjoy it - you just have to get through that initial stage without giving up . Try not to feel self-conscious - anyone seeing you will probably either be jealous or impressed . Consider what you think of when you see a runner - do you laugh at them? I bet you don't! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Well, at least you're not hating it . It does get better - the more you run, the better you get and the more you enjoy it - you just have to get through that initial stage without giving up . Try not to feel self-conscious - anyone seeing you will probably either be jealous or impressed . Consider what you think of when you see a runner - do you laugh at them? I bet you don't! Thank you, ANH for your words of encouragement. Yesterday was definitely easier than the day before. Trouble is, I'm not "a runner", I'm simply a blob (I must look like a weeble, wobbling down the road), definitely think I'll keep this current mission top secret for the foreseeable future!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 Get yourself a good running bra (M&S do a good one which zips up the front), a below the knee pair of lycra shorts (which hold in the wobblies!) and a long t-shirt and no-one will even know . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Bramble, I can only echo everything ANH has said. The first few days & weeks are def the toughest. I remember my big "breakthrough" when I could run for 20 mins without stopping. A major celebration To be honest I still take far too many walking breaks but what is more important for me is that I'm out there in the fresh air moving my limbs. I have taken part in events where I have came in second last by a long way but no one laughed Keep going, you will get there. Even although its hard, it's better than not running at all. Oh and by the way I use the term running loosely. I shuffle along at just a bit quicker than walking. I remember very clearly the time when I was passed by a 72yr old playing the spoons Absolutely true. He was raising funds for the British Heart Foundation and he left me standing. I could only gasp in admiration. Keep going gal or I might have to tell you more embarrassing but true stories. Alli xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 Stop now gal, I want to hear more embarrassing stories . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Thank you ANH and Sparkysmum, think I need to get myself some trousers or something more suitable than what I have been wearing. Not going mad buying "all the kit", but think some jogging trousers or similar would be a good investment and will investigate the sports bra possibilities (can you still buy "whopper flopper stoppers"? ) Definitely going to keep going and will keep posting here, just to make sure (next run not til Sunday, I don't think, not ideal but best I can do ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Stop now gal, I want to hear more embarrassing stories . Well you might just............watch this space. Alli xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlo Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 "whopper flopper stoppers"? ) Great phrase!! Crucial piece of kit though! I would echo what the others say and add perhaps one more thing:- even after you have made the breakthrough of going for however many minutes without stopping, there will be days when it doesn't seem to be so good. I am not sure whether it is time of the month or diet or, as Chucky Mama wisely suggested to me, dehydration. Don't get discouraged if it is bad for a while, just keep at it - slowly and surely - it will get better!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 Oh, and another thing - get an MP3 player . I can't run without music (mainly because I hate the sound of my wheezing and gasping ). It's proven that music can be hugely motivational when exercising . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 26, 2011 Author Share Posted March 26, 2011 As a result of OH having the car (doing some run or other up Ben Lomond with ES ) I had to run to my step class this morning. Do the step class. And run home again . Just short of 6 miles in total. I am now coughing like I'm on 40 a day . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 Excuse me for being repetitive but what are you on ANH I thought it was a half marathon you were training for Sounds like you're gonna break some records gal I'm just going to have to go for it in the morning - my 7.5 mile circuit- don't usually do this till later in the year but at this rate I'm having more long lies than long runs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 Well I did it A very slow, hilly but beautiful 7 .5 miles with lots of walking breaks. I think we did it in about 1 hr 27mins. Have decided I get more out of covering the miles and not worrying about time. Cracking day here hope all's well where you are Alli xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 27, 2011 Author Share Posted March 27, 2011 Well done . I reckon you're right, time isn't the be all and end all when you're training. You always run faster in a race anyway (and it's not like we're trying to win or break any records ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 Well done everyone! Just done run 3 of couch 2 5k, it did feel fair bit harder than the 2nd run (although it was to the same podcast), but not as bad as the first time. Due to start week 2 on Tuesday, but in view of today's performance I might repeat week 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 Bramble well done you - I have just got a new rescue dog all of 45kg labrador - needs to lose 15 - has already lost 2 kg in 2 weeks so I am losing too by walking her and my legs off - I have not quite lost the 2kg in 2 weeks but have cut out all the rubbish! I could not run have a dodgy knee! I think its marvellous that you are managing to do this keep it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 27, 2011 Author Share Posted March 27, 2011 Congratulations on the new dog and well done on the weight loss, Blackrock . Now if I could just cut out the rubbish, perhaps I could lose some weight too . Due to start week 2 on Tuesday, but in view of today's performance I might repeat week 1 It's really common to have a rubbish day and think you're going backwards . Don't despair though, the next time will probably be easier . I would start Week 2, if I were you . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 28, 2011 Author Share Posted March 28, 2011 2.8 miles in 31 mins. I'm starting to keep a note of tracks that match a good running beat - I like having particularly good songs for the end of a race to keep my pace fast and motivate me . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlo Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 Maybe we could share a few suggestions. Motivational music is a must!! I know that we all have different tastes but it may be an idea to try a few new ones. For me - I have a few hill work ones I love to boogie T Rex Hitchin a ride Green Day Who's got a match Biffy Clyro May think of a few more. Got to go now - I am forcing myself to cycle to work - it feels really early. I am hopeless for the week after the clocks go forward! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 Just downloaded the week two couch 2 5k podcast, so fingers crossed for tomorrow!!!! Just a daft question, when I go out I need to take my mp3 (which I just tuck into my waistband), but also need to take house keys and ideally I'd like to take my mobile, but where am I supposed to put all this stuff!? Jogging kit doesn't tend to have pockets and I know lots of you run with your mobiles, any tips, please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 28, 2011 Author Share Posted March 28, 2011 Bum bag . Or should I say tum bag as I wear it on the front! I have a very slim one (it doesn't match my tummy - although it does help to hide it ) which is perfect for a phone, hanky (my nose runs like a tap when I run ) and MP3 player. It had a ridiculous pocket thing for a large water bottle on it but I chopped that off and made it into an MP3 pocket instead . I also bought a new pair of earphones for my MP3 player recently, which are really good . These are first few tracks I've put into my "race" folder (apologies for the cheesiness of some of them ): It's a work in progress! Aerosmith - Dream On Daniel Powter - Bad Day Eagles - Heartache Eagles - Peaceful Easy Feeling Eminem - Sing for the Moment Europe - The Final Countdown Fats Domino - Blueberry Hill Jace Everett - Bad Things (True Blood theme tune ) K T Tunstall - Suddenly I See Katrina & the Waves - Walking on Sunshine Oasis - Little by Little Robbie Williams - Angels Robbie Williams - Let Me Entertain You Sam Brown - Stop Take That - Patience Take That - Shine The Monkees - Daydream Believer Whitesnake - Here I Go Again Zutons - Valerie Discovered that Dire Straits - Walk of Life has a good running beat, as does Tom Petty - can't remember which track just now but am putting it onto my MP3 right now so will get back to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 did 4:15 miles today seemed to take forever and i'd got legs like lead... then my running buddy said "but you did a 5 mile walk round the woods on Sunday, you will be tired - its very hilly i downloaded the Runners World tracks linky thing the music is great, but ive not ran with them yet cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I have an arm band thing which I put my little radio/mp3 in. My keys go in a little pocket in my shorts/ronhills, and I'm afraid I stuff my phone in my bra along with toilet paper, just in case Gross I know but I can think of worse places to keep it Like some of your tunes Vicki, think I'll download some of them.When I've a bit more time I'll post some of my trax. Keep running, gals. Alli xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
