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Wyld 4 X
Bluelighter
bighooter
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If I could trade shins with you, I would
Oooh, I thought you said you wanted to get on steroids to "go crazy on someone's face?" What happened to that agenda bighoot???? I think you need to keep your stories straight there buddy.
Ye hence why I am doing running so it keeps my mind straight, I dont feel as psychotic when ive been for a run.
Getting pumped on roids just to be the bad ass/ bigman isnt a chilled out way of life tbh and I said that because that was what I thought was right in my mind.
But ive learnt its all about being relaxed and running relaxes me chronic, I think if you weigh alot you will get shin splints. But if you weigh 55kg like me then I dont think you have to worry about shin splints.
KStoner6tb
Bluelighter
Makes you chronic?? LOL I'm sorry but I laughed out loud that entire post. Bighoot=#1 T ever. (rhymes with bowl) Don't stop though cuz I really like your writing style man. Pure genius. :D
I'm up to 6 miles and my shins only give me problems at the beginning of the run while they're still cold.
Nope, this is incorrect. Shin splints can happen to anyone, young, old, fat, skinny etc.
It's about running technique, anatomy, stretching, etc. Sure, higher weight adds more pressure to the joints/legs but it can happen to anyone.
NO-ONE IS SAFE!!!!
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RedLeader
Bluelight Crew
I've never been heavy into cardio. Not least because I consider my generalized anxiety disorder to be sufficient cardio(!), but I just am more focused on gains now. But anyway, I was in my shrink's waiting room today, and was reading Runner's magazine. And I totally see the appeal of it. In terms of writing good articles for motivation and such, this magazine really nails it. A lot of what they said I think I can let cross over into my weightlifting interests.
n3o, do you get this one in AUS?
n3o, do you get this one in AUS?
We sure do RL!! They're a fantastic resource for all sorts of running information. A lot of the info can be repeated in consecutive issues so I find you really only need to buy a few copies per year to get optimal info out of them %)
belarki
Bluelight Crew
^^ Good luck with your triathlon n3o!! Sounds like fun! 
I ran (jogged) 10km the other day. Not far for you pro runners but a PB for me
I ran (jogged) 10km the other day. Not far for you pro runners but a PB for me
That's awesome belarki!! 10km is great!!!
Thanks for the good luck too, I'm really looking forward to it. I'll definitely let you know how I go! I just have to dose myself up hardcore with Voltaren before the race, injuries are lurking just around the corner :D
Thanks for the good luck too, I'm really looking forward to it. I'll definitely let you know how I go! I just have to dose myself up hardcore with Voltaren before the race, injuries are lurking just around the corner :D
double ewe
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not so much. main risk factors for shin splints include: improper/worn out shoes, being new to running, increasing mileage/speed rapidly, and bad form. being over-weight doesn't help, but the biggest risk factor i've ever encountered for any injury is thinking you're not at risk.
be careful with the NSAIDS. i used to be a big ibuprofen user, thinking that it helped prevent injuries, but ended up always getting injured when i started using it too consistently. i thought it was just because it was masking underlying issues, but it turns out (article) that NSAIDS actually prevent your body from recovering properly.
belarki
Bluelight Crew
Anyone care to post (or link) a layman's guide to stretching before running? I knew I should have paid attention back in school......
^^ belarki I reckon if you search on youtube for some stretching videos you could find some concise ones. I recently searched for a good shoulder strapping technique for my injured shoulder. It was very helpful in finding the right info!
(P.S. I'd search for you but youtube is blocked at work
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Hahaha that's pretty much exactly what I said :D
Cool, thanks for the link, interesting read and very useful information!
I should clarify though, the "lurking injuries" I was referring to is just my pesky shoulder with a previous injury that's just flared up, for which i've been pre-medicating with Voltaren before swimming. I know that NSAIDs don't actually PREVENT injury from ocurring
(P.S. I'd search for you but youtube is blocked at work
)Hahaha that's pretty much exactly what I said
:D Cool, thanks for the link, interesting read and very useful information!
I should clarify though, the "lurking injuries" I was referring to is just my pesky shoulder with a previous injury that's just flared up, for which i've been pre-medicating with Voltaren before swimming. I know that NSAIDs don't actually PREVENT injury from ocurring
Wyld 4 X
Bluelighter
Eh, after breaking my big toe in late March and then injuring the other foot a few weeks ago its my IT band that is giving me issues. I did 10 miles today but it keeps acting up around the 5-6 mile mark. Methinks its time for a massage.
Wyld 4 X
Bluelighter
^^ Ahhh man that sucks
Have you had troubles with it before? Perhaps you need to rest a bit more than you are?
Hope you get some relief soon!
I think I do need to rest but I'm only running 2 days a week. It hurt a very little bit last year but never during a run. I think a massage, stretching and rolling (the physical kind
) will help me for now.I think I do need to rest but I'm only running 2 days a week. It hurt a very little bit last year but never during a run. I think a massage, stretching and rolling (the physical kind
What is this rolling practice you speak of??
double ewe
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^you get what's called a "foam roller," which is basically a thick foam cylinder. then you basically rest the part of your body you want to massage on it and roll back in forth. kind of like taking a rolling pin to your legs. wonderful.
tathra
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i like to run a few miles barefoot every once in a while. seems to improve my time by at least a few minutes (4 minutes on 2 miles last time), although if its been a while, its about a week before i can walk properly afterwards, because running barefoot seems to work one specific muscle that running in running shoes seems to skip...
i only run about once a week or every other week, but i'm up to 5 miles / 8 km in ~35 mins, which isnt too bad. i just need to push my 2 mile time to below 12 minutes, and then see where i can go from there.
i only run about once a week or every other week, but i'm up to 5 miles / 8 km in ~35 mins, which isnt too bad. i just need to push my 2 mile time to below 12 minutes, and then see where i can go from there.
^^ Sounds like you're doing well with your running tathra! Are you training for anything in particular or just for fitness?
Oh cool! Sounds great!
I just got home from doing my first triathlon ever and it was fucking AWESOME!!!! It was tough but I feel fine now, almost like I could do it all again :D
I don't know my official time yet, I have to wait until they publish it on the website. I feel like I beat my goal though. Feels good man %)
I'm hooked, best feeling ever crossing the finish line
My next tri's in 3 weeks
Oh cool! Sounds great!
I just got home from doing my first triathlon ever and it was fucking AWESOME!!!! It was tough but I feel fine now, almost like I could do it all again
:D I don't know my official time yet, I have to wait until they publish it on the website. I feel like I beat my goal though. Feels good man %)
I'm hooked, best feeling ever crossing the finish line
My next tri's in 3 weeks
tathra
bluelighter
both kinda. part of it is because i have to maintain a minimum level of fitness for the military, and since i'm actually working out, i figure i might as well do the best i can. if i can get my stamina up high enough, i might try going in marathons or something