Runners in The Villages
 

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 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!

Thanks.... I'll check it out!!!

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.

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.blogspo...ars-story.html

Chief X

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:

Thanks Chief!!! I bookmarked the page!

Triathlon Clubs?
 

Do you know if there are any triathlon clubs in TV? Did not see any listed in clubs/organizations.

*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

Surf the web for " couch to 5K"...
Good luck !

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.

Angie -- Off topic, but just wanted to say congrats on your upcoming retirement -- you lucky, lucky woman.

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?

TRI Club? go to facebook
 

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.