From Walking to Running!

dewd2

BlueberryJoghurt wrote: »

Oh ok just saw all the other answers, thanks a ton!

Tbh I was hesitant to even get the garmin device at first cause I thought it might be wasted money but it motivated and helped me a great deal and Ill go to my local running store tommorow for a pair of shoes!
I currently got mens Nike Tanjun which I bought for walking. (are those good enough? they feel pretty good for walking/running - theyre about a month old now)

The reason I cant do a proper schedule for me is shifts, I got off till wednesday but then two late shifts followed by two nightshifts and next week early again. I try to keep running to early morning or middle of the night because of the temperatures and Ill try to get "rest" days in but I cant really do the "run every second day" thing. I had the same scheduling problems with the gym but in addition gym opening hours.

About being hydrated, the route I picked has 2 water hydrants on it but Ill have a look at water bottles specifically for running! Which brings me to the point of, does anyone have recommendations for compression gear for loose skin?

Thanks again

Just taking a quick look at the Nike site it looks like these are made for walking. They don't have the support you need for running. I'd suggest visiting a real running store and see what they recommend. It isn't about brands but rather what works for your feet. Let them know your budget and they will try to work with you as much as they can.

For the scheduling, don't worry about it too much. You can take more than a day off and it won't matter in the long run. Just shoot for 3 runs a week (even if you must do 2 days in a row, make them very easy and you should be fine).

reginakarl

It starts with walking, then building up to running, then running at a good pace as you have done, which is great. But, when you start registering for races, it begins. You register for your first race, finish it, figure out you didn't die, and enjoy the endorphin rush. Slowly, you increase your speed and may join a local running club. You register for another race, and then more. Weekends are determined by when you will next run. Your laundry basket is split between work and running clothes. You search for training plans and follow them to increase your pace and distance.

I'm afraid at that stage, you're hooked. Welcome.

stanmann571

dewd2 wrote: »

BlueberryJoghurt wrote: »

Oh ok just saw all the other answers, thanks a ton!

Tbh I was hesitant to even get the garmin device at first cause I thought it might be wasted money but it motivated and helped me a great deal and Ill go to my local running store tommorow for a pair of shoes!
I currently got mens Nike Tanjun which I bought for walking. (are those good enough? they feel pretty good for walking/running - theyre about a month old now)

The reason I cant do a proper schedule for me is shifts, I got off till wednesday but then two late shifts followed by two nightshifts and next week early again. I try to keep running to early morning or middle of the night because of the temperatures and Ill try to get "rest" days in but I cant really do the "run every second day" thing. I had the same scheduling problems with the gym but in addition gym opening hours.

About being hydrated, the route I picked has 2 water hydrants on it but Ill have a look at water bottles specifically for running! Which brings me to the point of, does anyone have recommendations for compression gear for loose skin?

Thanks again

Just taking a quick look at the Nike site it looks like these are made for walking. They don't have the support you need for running. I'd suggest visiting a real running store and see what they recommend. It isn't about brands but rather what works for your feet. Let them know your budget and they will try to work with you as much as they can.

For the scheduling, don't worry about it too much. You can take more than a day off and it won't matter in the long run. Just shoot for 3 runs a week (even if you must do 2 days in a row, make them very easy and you should be fine).

Plan for at least an hour with the running store, and enjoy the conversation, but be clear and direct. If there's anything about the shoes you're not sure of or uncomfortable with. Speak up. Take them for a run. On the treadmill, around the block. And come dressed to run, so that you can really try them out. They'll probably try to sell you socks. BUY THE SOCKS!! They're as important as the shoes.

AliNouveau

I take up running every spring when the weather gets nice. Start slowly and give it a try. I hate it but I love it. It does amazing things for your body running.

Get good shoes though. I'm dealing with some heel pain right now and I'm wondering if it's from ill fitting shoes. However, I was once fitted for shoes which ended up making my feet bleed so be careful if you go and get fitted. You may need to try a few pairs out before you find a good one you like

lorrpb

Follow a program such as c25k to gradually transition to running injury free. There are a million threads on here about c25k. The first few weeks might feel easy to you but that's ok, it will get you where you want to go.

Tacklewasher

Look to see if there is a ParkRun in your area. Timed 5K run and the results are posted etc. But free.

Doesn't sound like you need the C25K, but just need to take it a bit easier on your runs and how often you do them

DX2JX2

reginakarl wrote: »

It starts with walking, then building up to running, then running at a good pace as you have done, which is great. But, when you start registering for races, it begins. You register for your first race, finish it, figure out you didn't die, and enjoy the endorphin rush. Slowly, you increase your speed and may join a local running club. You register for another race, and then more. Weekends are determined by when you will next run. Your laundry basket is split between work and running clothes. You search for training plans and follow them to increase your pace and distance.

I'm afraid at that stage, you're hooked. Welcome.

Uhhh...I'm supposed to be separating my work and workout laundry? (sniffs armpit of dress shirt)