Procell 09-02-2009, 03:58 PM running my first 10k on the 20th... Just going for a target time of 60:00 , nothing fantastic (lol i smoke)
But i've been doing all my running so far on a treadmill , mainly because of the time i have to run , and the lack of tracks around the area to judge my distance / times..
Is this a bad idea? Will I suffer crazy shin splints since i'm not used to the unforgiving pavement?
pretty sure I can make the 6.2 miles no problem , just don't want to be unable to run for the next 1-2 weeks after it....
Xaphan 09-02-2009, 05:59 PM you need to run outside...its different running on a road with wind and other elements.
Go run outside for the next two weeks, take a few days off, and then have fun at the race.
rtcll 09-02-2009, 09:29 PM you have to run outside. period.
Marathon 09-02-2009, 10:36 PM isn't it boring as hell doing all of your training on a treadmill? holy shit
your calves will be very sore after switching from treadmill to road
you need to build up your calves by running on roads and trails. treadmills are too generous on your calves. although, thats desired by many, bc they are looking for less impact than the road.
The Prowler 09-03-2009, 12:29 AM If you're going to be running on a treadmill with the goal of progressing to road put it on just a bit of an incline. It will make the transition easier.
Denver 09-03-2009, 06:19 AM well it's "only" 10k.
You'll manage, but it will hurt the day after.
Glare 09-03-2009, 07:57 AM you'll be surprised at how winded you get when you run outdoors as opposed to the treadmill
i think you'll be able to complete the 10k no problem (and congrats to you for signing up to race in the first place) but it's going to be harder than you think
take reno's advice and try and run outdoors over the next couple of weeks and ensure you get plenty of rest (2 days of no running) before the race
TechnoDonut 09-03-2009, 08:32 AM I never hurt myself running - and I was a 3 sport athlete in HS - until I started running on a treadmill in college. Fuck treadmills. "... the fresh air brings vigour..."
Glare 09-03-2009, 08:43 AM running on a treadmill is a great way to learn to hate running
lonewolf63afo 09-04-2009, 07:23 PM i find that running on a treadmill is very similar to using machines while lifting.
DeadlyRabbit 09-04-2009, 11:40 PM I have terrible running technique from running on a treadmill during winter months, spring time is rough on the first runs.
mongors 09-05-2009, 11:45 AM running on a treadmill is a great way to learn to hate running
Familiar 09-05-2009, 01:21 PM I remember trying to switch to road while I was at home without a gym for a week or so...
I couldn't even come close to running as far.
Glare 09-05-2009, 05:12 PM I have terrible running technique from running on a treadmill during winter months, spring time is rough on the first runs.
buy some tights, gloves, and a hat
you can now run in the winter
buy some tights, gloves, and a hat
you can now run in the winter
better idea:
just go run outside in the winter. running = ridiculous heat. one of my best runs was getting rained on in march, temps were in the 30s and I was so comfortable and fast it was awesome.
Familiar 09-06-2009, 06:43 PM better idea:
just go run outside in the winter. running = ridiculous heat. one of my best runs was getting rained on in march, temps were in the 30s and I was so comfortable and fast it was awesome.
cold air dominates my lungs
confidential 09-07-2009, 12:22 AM I like running in the winter time.. put on some underarmor stuff, a beanie and some AC/DC and it's on. Then again it doesn't really get that cold here
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