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Pain in lower legs when running
HI All, I am getting back into running after a few months off (starting slowly and gently). The last two times I have run a mile at a very gentle pace (12.30 minute miles), am not out of breath and don't feel fatigued. However I get pain in my lower leg muscles on both legs, as though they're all cramping up and…
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Commuting food
Hi all, Work have asked me to commute quite far three days a week via train which involved getting up very early. Do you have any suggestions on non-smelly food which could be eaten on the go and made the night before? I have the old reliable overnight oats but am keen to get more variety in my breakfasts! I prefer to eat…
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Post-wedding weight gain
Hi All, I lost over 2 stone sensibly over a few years, but seem to have enjoyed married life far to much and put on 10lbs in a year. Anyone else in this situation and looking to support each other in a more healthier lifestyle? :)
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Hotel Eating
Hi All, I am away from home usually twice a week and have to eat all three meals in a hotel. I have started having a large banana with yoghurt, or grilled bacon and baked beans for breakfast. Any suggestions on what sort of food to consider for dinner-I avoid chips and pastry. But the salads often have lots of sauce or…
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Hotel workout-no gym
hi all, I am often away from home now, staying in hotels with no gym. As we're approaching autumn/winter I'm not comfortable running around in the dark where I don't know. Any suggestions or tips for hotel room workouts? Thanks!
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UK city 10ks
Hi All, I ran my first 10k race yesterday in London and it was fantastic. Very well organised, wonderful volunteers and supporters and we went past some great sights! Does anyone have any recommendations for city centre 10ks? It would be fun to combine a weekend trip away with a run. I don't want to progress onto half…
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Improving running speed
Hi All! I have my first 10k next month and can manage the distance, though my pace is 12 minute miles. I want to focus on improving this (ideally 10.30-11 minute miles) over time. What is the best way of doing this? Sprinting, walking and repeating vs regularly running the distance? Thanks Cally
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Piriformis syndrome
Hi All, My physio has finally managed to track down the source of my glute/lower back pain-weak and very tight piriformis muscles! He has given me some strengethening and relaxing exercises and have been advised to do them as prescribed but continue exercising. Though obviously if I have any stabbing pain stop. I plan to…
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Morning runs
Hi All, Due to work and other commitments I want to dedicate my pre-work time to running. This will be roughly 0615-0715 I am relatively new to running and am using Zen Labs 10k app. I am currently up to 3x (15 minutes running 1 minute walking) which to many sounds little but to me it feels a massive mental mountain each…
