Is running really something I can do?????

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  • diver71_au
    diver71_au Posts: 424 Member
    For Shin splints - stretch after each run ... and I ice as well. Do toe raises and dips daily (stand on a step with just the toes on it and raise up like you are on tip-toes and then dip down as far as you can - make sure you are warmed up before doing these (I do them after each run/walk)

    Also good shoes and inner soles (I use sorbothane soles).

    Run on grass where possible. .

    More ice .... and ibuprofin
  • Laddiegirl
    Laddiegirl Posts: 382 Member
    I had some really great success with C2K last year and was up to running for 15 minutes solid (I'm someone who would only run to catch a bus, lol!) but then I injured my knee (50% patella tendon tear) so I can't do that anymore but I would definitely recommend the C25k program to everyone who thinks they can't run. If I could do it, and I HATED running, anyone can. In fact I still wish I could!
  • skb12573
    skb12573 Posts: 182 Member
    couch 2 5k

    Yes, this! I could not run a minute straight in May. Now I can run 2 miles straight! Start now, don't wait. You can do it and the feeling of accomplishment after each training will push you further and further!
  • wbgolden
    wbgolden Posts: 2,066 Member
    Why are we waiting until September to stop smoking? The time is now. Take it from me (4 years smoke free). If you're ready, you're ready. If not...well....

    As for the running part. There are lots of options. C25K is the stock answer around here. But Galloway, Higdon and many others have great programs. Choose what fits your lifestyle.

    Best of luck!
  • NAcetoLang
    NAcetoLang Posts: 517 Member
    I told them, it is better that I run and smoke than dont run at all and I kept on doing both. Any way, you won't want to smoke anymore once you really get to running.

    @fhamwey: Thanks for saying this- you have a great point! AND congrats on being a former smoker and current runner- you inspire me!
  • beekuzz
    beekuzz Posts: 428 Member
    C25K. I am at 269 pounds and am starting week 4 tomorrow. I don't smoke, but having this extra weight is probably like a "normal" person running while carrying another "normal" person on her back. Worth a shot anyway.

    Good luck!

    I totally agree with you. Starting at 240 and my skinny weight 125, might as well be carrying another person. I tested myself with week one, day one of c25k. Amazed that i could actually do it. Did find out that i needed running shoes before i start again. I'm really encouraged to see that your on week four. Congratulations for all you good work. I'm dreaming of a day when I can say the same.
  • StarIsMoving
    StarIsMoving Posts: 437
    Thank you all so much... I am completely inspired to do C25k. ... I've already downloaded the app! Now, just to go get some running shoes! I'm pretty nervous about shin splints. LOL... Shin pain has always freaked me out! I don't even like people touching my shins. Sigh... I guess I'll have to get over it! ... Any tips for this? How to prevent? How to help if you have them? Anything? :(

    I am in your place. I am a smoker and my plan is to quit when I hit goal weight (down 53lbs and have 32 to go)... I just started college full time, while working full time, and have 3 kids... so plate was full and wasn't doing the smoking thing at the same time (no sense to set myself up for failure). I have other obstacles like RA, lung disease, had heart surgery back in 2005, etc... but... I am actually able to run :O I am doing the C25K program and do repeat weeks as needed. For the shin splints: go to a running store and have your gait analyzed for the right shoes. I did this and then bought the shoes elsewhere for way less money. Also... stretch after and apply ice when needed. I used to have horrible shin splints in high school and no longer even suffer from them due to the right shoes. Hope that helps!
  • carlaidk
    carlaidk Posts: 5
    COUCH TO 5K, I'm on my fourth week of it now and I never knew that i would be able to run so far without stopping and ACTUALLY ENJOY IT

    good luck
  • geordiegirl27
    geordiegirl27 Posts: 307 Member
    Of course you can & I'd be more surprised if you could run for more than 1 min. I was just the same when I started. I didn't have a program to follow & just ran a little & walked a little and gradually built up. But as has been said couch to 5k would give you some guidelines & takes away the temptation to do things too quickly & to expect too much too soon.

    Most important advice I can give is shoes I can't stress enough how important it is find a food sports shop who offers gait analysis & but shoes suited to you preferably find a shop that offered 30day exchange if they're not right. Aliso a good sports bra again the sports shop should help there too. I also think some good fitting running clothes help if you don't have to worry about things not fitting right you can concentrate on what you're doing.

    Ultimately you want to do it so don't lose that focus you will have days that are hard you'll have days where you think that's it but equally you'll have days where it's the best thing you ever did & they more than make up for it. Enjoy & any Q's just PM me xx
  • freespirit420
    freespirit420 Posts: 12 Member
    Being a smoker that is trying to quit (on chantix) and also starting to run, I will say it makes me want a smoke less everytime I run. My lungs feel the smoking when I am running which never crossed my mind before. Start slow by walking, to walking fast, to jogging. Or jog for 2 mins walk 2 mins. Every little bit helps. You will conquer the smoking eventually! Thats what I keep telling myself. One day at a time!

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