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angiefox10
08-05-2011, 08:43 PM
Any runners in TV??? I have always wanted to run, but never had the time to get into it. Any insight as to how to start, how to get into it. I know there's a right way and a wrong way. Help?
Bosoxfan
08-05-2011, 09:01 PM
I know there's an app (if you have a smartphone ) called. C25k
It will take you from the couch to being able to run a 5k (3.1miles).I'm not sure but I'd guess there must
be a program online to help! Good Luck!
angiefox10
08-05-2011, 09:08 PM
Thanks.... I'll check it out!!!
runnermi
08-06-2011, 07:02 AM
Any runners in TV??? I have always wanted to run, but never had the time to get into it. Any insight as to how to start, how to get into it. I know there's a right way and a wrong way. Help?
I used to run but got out of practice when I was traveling for work. I tried again a couple of years ago and ended up with a really good stress fracture. I do want to try again as I really miss it.
There is a really good book that I like that starts you out very very slowly so you won't end up with things like stress fractures. It is called The Beginning Runner's Handbook by Ian McNeill and the Sport Medicine Council of British Columbia. The book guilds you to running over a 13 week period. You might want to check it out.
Chief X
08-06-2011, 07:15 AM
Hi! I've been an avid runner for 20 years (20 this past April). I run 4 to 5 days each week here and even in the mid-afternoon heat. I'll drop you a pm this weekend. I have to head out right now for the day. In the meantime, here's some info you can read about how I started and where running has taken me.
http://ontheroadwiththechief.blogspot.com/2011/03/twenty-years-story.html
Chief X
batman911
08-06-2011, 03:31 PM
angiefox10,
I do not know how active your life has been but I recommend you check with your doctor before you start running. I have been an avid runner since 1983 and ran marathons and mountain trails. Running can be hard on the joints if you do not have proper form and equipment. Biggest mistake new runners make is to push too far and too hard too soon. That will cause injury and may put you on the bench permanently. Your body will gradually build up bone, muscle, joint strength and endurance but you must do it slowly. Age has slowed my pace over the years but because I never incurred a serious injury, I can still run several days a week and get in some weight training on the off days. The advice I give to new runners is to set a distance you are confortable with (usually several miles). Jog at a confortable pace until you get winded. Walk until you get your breath back. Jog again until you need to stop. Continue this until you have completed the distance. The goal is to lengthen the jogging distances a little each day until you can complete the whole distance jogging. Then you can either add distance (slowly) or increase the pace.
Is there a running club in TV? Running clubs are great to provide advice to novice runners and encouragement on the days you feel lazy. Good place to socialize with like minded friends. I'm sure there are enough joggers in TV to start a club if there is none now.
angiefox10
08-06-2011, 03:45 PM
angiefox10,
I do not know how active your life has been but I recommend you check with your doctor before you start running. I have been an avid runner since 1983 and ran marathons and mountain trails. Running can be hard on the joints if you do not have proper form and equipment. Biggest mistake new runners make is to push too far and too hard too soon. That will cause injury and may put you on the bench permanently. Your body will gradually build up bone, muscle, joint strength and endurance but you must do it slowly. Age has slowed my pace over the years but because I never incurred a serious injury, I can still run several days a week and get in some weight training on the off days. The advice I give to new runners is to set a distance you are confortable with (usually several miles). Jog at a confortable pace until you get winded. Walk until you get your breath back. Jog again until you need to stop. Continue this until you have completed the distance. The goal is to lengthen the jogging distances a little each day until you can complete the whole distance jogging. Then you can either add distance (slowly) or increase the pace.
Is there a running club in TV? Running clubs are great to provide advice to novice runners and encouragement on the days you feel lazy. Good place to socialize with like minded friends. I'm sure there are enough joggers in TV to start a club if there is none now.
I'm with you on that one... I have been working out since I was 18 years old. I still work out but not like I used to as travel time to and from work does not allow the time I need for what I would like to do. Up until recently I was jogging a slow (3.5 mph) jog for three miles on the treadmill. I learned quickly when I tried to take it outside that it doesn't translate! :D
I lift free weights and I'm working up again... As you said... age has slowed me down, but since I never quit.... I think I can get it back again. I was afraid of a running club for the reasons you stated... I didn't want to start out trying to go at full speed right from the get go.
I retire at the end of this month and that should provide for the time I need to get back at it! :thumbup:
angiefox10
08-06-2011, 03:48 PM
Hi! I've been an avid runner for 20 years (20 this past April). I run 4 to 5 days each week here and even in the mid-afternoon heat. I'll drop you a pm this weekend. I have to head out right now for the day. In the meantime, here's some info you can read about how I started and where running has taken me.
http://ontheroadwiththechief.blogspot.com/2011/03/twenty-years-story.html
Chief X
Thanks Chief!!! I bookmarked the page!
jfmajer
08-06-2011, 03:59 PM
Do you know if there are any triathlon clubs in TV? Did not see any listed in clubs/organizations.
angiefox10
08-06-2011, 04:01 PM
Do you know if there are any triathlon clubs in TV. There is none listed in the clubs pages.
*laughing* I'm trying to run a few blocks and You're looking for a tiatholon club??? I think you may be WAY past me!!!:D
jpharmat
08-06-2011, 05:09 PM
Surf the web for " couch to 5K"...
Good luck !
batman911
08-06-2011, 05:10 PM
I know exactly what you mean by running on the machines does not translate. I believe you only get half the benefit from a machine as you do by running outside. I would reserve the machine for those that have injuries since that would be better than not running at all. Most larger running clubs would have groups for different levels and goals.
Schaumburger
08-07-2011, 01:07 AM
I'm with you on that one... I have been working out since I was 18 years old. I still work out but not like I used to as travel time to and from work does not allow the time I need for what I would like to do. Up until recently I was jogging a slow (3.5 mph) jog for three miles on the treadmill. I learned quickly when I tried to take it outside that it doesn't translate! :D
I lift free weights and I'm working up again... As you said... age has slowed me down, but since I never quit.... I think I can get it back again. I was afraid of a running club for the reasons you stated... I didn't want to start out trying to go at full speed right from the get go.
I retire at the end of this month and that should provide for the time I need to get back at it! :thumbup:
Angie -- Off topic, but just wanted to say congrats on your upcoming retirement -- you lucky, lucky woman.
cybermuda
08-07-2011, 08:01 AM
There is a track club - uses the High School track - but you may prefer starting out by yourself on the cart paths. Most drivers are very considerate.
Don't know of a triathlon club, but why not start one?
RUNbikeSwimJOE
09-23-2011, 08:56 PM
Do you know if there are any triathlon clubs in TV? Did not see any listed in clubs/organizations.
TRiOcala on Facebook is a group of folks of all ages who get together for group rides, swims and runs. (several from the villages) Also do the occasional brick routine. Also look for HITStriathlonseries dot com for a multi-sport event coming to lake Weir (Ocala) in March. A few good ways to plug in.
graciegirl
09-24-2011, 03:38 AM
Our friend, who we have known for decades, runs five miles every day, (even in the awful heat of summer here) plays two nine hole rounds of golf every day and had his 75th birthday last month. You might see him running south of Seabreeze, he stops and picks up trash and pop cans and is annoyed to find them, but he says, it isn't villagers, it is construction workers.
I have to get more exercise. John hasn't had a cold or flu since I've known him and no arthritis either.
Go John Go!! We G's are proud of your example.
l2ridehd
09-24-2011, 04:32 AM
Chief, great story. I have made a decision to get back into running. I used to run a lot. Have won a few 5k and 10k runs (for my age group). Have completed a marathon (run 17 miles and walked, jogged, crawled the rest) I live near the Manassas Battlefield park in Virginia and used to run the trails. There are about 100 miles of trails in the park. I found running on the grass, trails, wood chips, dirt, much easier on the joints. It is very up and down hill so that was good as well.
One day while running the trails I was about 2 miles from my car when I stepped on a root and turned an ankle. I hurt it so bad I could not put weight on it. I had to hop crawl, hobble two miles to get back to the car. That ended my running and so far have not got back into it. When I was running 20-25 miles a week I lost a lot of weight. Was scary skinny. Could eat and drink anything and never gain an ounce. Of course I stopped running but didn't stop eating. It was twenty pounds later before I discovered the problem. But work, time, other things got in the way of getting back to running. I will retire at the end of December and I will start running January 1. It will take a while, but my bucket list has "run another marathon" on it.
jfmajer
09-24-2011, 07:32 AM
I looked it up and the half looks great. As soon as we move down in October, I will hook up with them. Thanks and let me know if you want to do a ride or run.
fwpc3
09-24-2011, 08:10 AM
I think The Villages is great for running with the paths and quiet neighborhoods. Runner's World magazine has a comprehensive website and there is a beginner section under Training.( runnersworld.com) It's good to start with a combination of walking and running, building up slowly. It's easy to go out and try to run 2-3 miles and get tired and sore and say I guess this isn't for me. With the start low and go slow approach you be surprised how far you can go in a month or two. The other important thing is to have proper running shoes. If your wet feet from the pool leave a wide footprint on the concrete you are tending to have pronated or flat feet and would need stability type shoes. if you have a narrow foot print then cushioned trainers are fine. There is more about shoe selection at the Runner's world website. You would want to get shoes at a store where they understand the different foot types, I live in Vermont so I don't know the local outlets. Good luck!
angiefox10
09-24-2011, 09:17 AM
Chief, great story. I have made a decision to get back into running. I used to run a lot. Have won a few 5k and 10k runs (for my age group). Have completed a marathon (run 17 miles and walked, jogged, crawled the rest) I live near the Manassas Battlefield park in Virginia and used to run the trails. There are about 100 miles of trails in the park. I found running on the grass, trails, wood chips, dirt, much easier on the joints. It is very up and down hill so that was good as well.
One day while running the trails I was about 2 miles from my car when I stepped on a root and turned an ankle. I hurt it so bad I could not put weight on it. I had to hop crawl, hobble two miles to get back to the car. That ended my running and so far have not got back into it. When I was running 20-25 miles a week I lost a lot of weight. Was scary skinny. Could eat and drink anything and never gain an ounce. Of course I stopped running but didn't stop eating. It was twenty pounds later before I discovered the problem. But work, time, other things got in the way of getting back to running. I will retire at the end of December and I will start running January 1. It will take a while, but my bucket list has "run another marathon" on it.
l2ridehd, I'm sorry about your injury. I like you had not been working out like I did. I worked long hours and traveled a lot with my job. The good news is that I've been retired for three weeks and am getting back my strength! I'm surprised that at my age it's coming back as nicely as it is. When you retire I'm sure it won't be long for you to get your running mo jo back! I love the story of John who Gracie talked about who is still running and playing golf... an inspiration to all of us. Good luck!
batman911
09-24-2011, 02:39 PM
I have been running in New Balance shoes for more than 25 years and have never (knock on wood) had any joint or foot problems. I recommend the 990 series for training. A good heavy duty shoe that provides lots of stability and cushioning. I believe New Balance is the only running shoe made in the USA by American workers.
l2ridehd
09-24-2011, 03:42 PM
I have used New Balance, Asics and Saucony and they all work well. I also like the New Balance best as they come in widths and seem to fit my wide feet a little better. However any good quality running shoe of any make should work well.
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