Waltzing M
I was athletic when I was younger (I am < 30). I was a beanpole growing up, which enabled me to be in complete denial about how much weight I gained - no way was I fat; that could not happen to me :) Well, I have finally accepted that I am. I am a female, 5'9", and weigh 170ish, 180.
With that said... After the birth of my daughter, I attempted to resume my quest to jog 3 miles straight. Right away, from the very first jog, I experienced shin splints, a pain I had previously never before felt. I ran through them because I did not want to "quit".
I would stretch before and after every run. I would walk a little before each jog ( < .10 mile) and after ( > .5 mile). After every jog my shins were red and stinging - a rash-like condition (I would wear capri shorts so it wasn't from the clothes). I would ice my shins to no avail.
This continued a little over a month. The last time I jogged, I had to quit. The pain was so intense, I could barely walk back, and I had tears in my eyes for the next few hours. I was literally writhing in pain - and I have a decent pain threshold.
That was the last time I jogged. I had even bought a new pair of sneakers after the first week thinking that might help. I was running outside ( in the past I was a treadmill runner) on either a dirt track or asphalt. I would really like to try to develop a jogging schedule, but I am sincerely worried about my shins.
Do I need to lose weight first, before I try to jog again? Do I need to take serious baby steps and start with, like, .10 mile increments? Am I wrong think that I heard that ground is easier on the body than the treadmills? What can I do? Seriously, it felt like my tibias were broken. Any sincere advice is appreciated.
Answer
1) Pain is your body's way saying something is wrong. Don't ignore it.
2) Don't do static stretching before a run, only after you are sufficiently warmed up. You can do dynamic stretching before hand but it isn't really necessary for your purposes. Definitely stretch your calves afterwards.
3) In the future when buying shoes, go in to a running shoe store and say you want running shoes, period. Good idea to go in with the type of socks you usually wear and your running shoes. They would check your shoes to see the wear pattern which would indicate what type of shoe you need, a stabilization shoe, underpronation or overpronation, etc. Then they would have you run in a shoe to see how you run. Once they have an idea of what you need they should pull out several models and have you try them for comfort, have you put both pairs on and jog around the store to see which you like best. They will probably half a size to a full size larger than your street shoes. And thatâs it! If you go to a shoe store and they don't ask to see you run first thing to get an idea of your needs, find another store.
4) No, you don't need to lose weight to run.
5) Yes, take the baby steps. I would suggest going out for a half hour and starting with running a minute and walking a minute. Then running two and walking one and one from there.
Good luck!
1) Pain is your body's way saying something is wrong. Don't ignore it.
2) Don't do static stretching before a run, only after you are sufficiently warmed up. You can do dynamic stretching before hand but it isn't really necessary for your purposes. Definitely stretch your calves afterwards.
3) In the future when buying shoes, go in to a running shoe store and say you want running shoes, period. Good idea to go in with the type of socks you usually wear and your running shoes. They would check your shoes to see the wear pattern which would indicate what type of shoe you need, a stabilization shoe, underpronation or overpronation, etc. Then they would have you run in a shoe to see how you run. Once they have an idea of what you need they should pull out several models and have you try them for comfort, have you put both pairs on and jog around the store to see which you like best. They will probably half a size to a full size larger than your street shoes. And thatâs it! If you go to a shoe store and they don't ask to see you run first thing to get an idea of your needs, find another store.
4) No, you don't need to lose weight to run.
5) Yes, take the baby steps. I would suggest going out for a half hour and starting with running a minute and walking a minute. Then running two and walking one and one from there.
Good luck!
Running tips for this summer?
Live2Ride
This summer, me and my two best friends plan to get in shape and start running together. None of us are very athletic (we've got a walker, a horseback rider, and a dancer, haha) and we haven't really got much experience with the best way to get into a running routine.
Any kind of tips will be helpful, from what to eat for breakfast to what to wear to how far to run. Oh, and what are the best style of running shoes? Thanks, guys!
Answer
Welcome to running, great that you are doing it!
To get started I would run for a half hour, taking walking breaks when needed. To stay together, as you all may not be in the same condition, you might want to pre-plan this, say run 3 minutes then walk one, or follow the lead of the person who is in the least shape.
A bagel or toast with jelly and/or peanut butter and juice is is fine and chocolate milk is good afterwards (it has the right mix of carbohydrates and protein). Where loose comfortable clothing, a t-shirt and shorts, for example, or if it is colder, sweat clothes.
Shoes protect you from getting injured and are your most important piece of equipment. They are your only real financial investment in running and can go from $75 to $100. You go in to a running shoe store and say you want running shoes, period. Good idea to go in with the type of socks you would wear. They may check your shoes to see the wear pattern which would indicate what type of shoe you need, a stabilization shoe, underpronation or overpronation, etc. Then they would give you a running shoe and have you run to see how you run and what yu need. Once they have an idea of what you need they should pull out several models and have you try them for comfort, have you put both pairs on and jog around the store to see which you like best. They will probably half a size to a full size larger than your street shoes. And thatâs it! If you go to a shoe store and they don't ask to see you run first thing to get an idea of your needs, find another store.
Good luck!
Welcome to running, great that you are doing it!
To get started I would run for a half hour, taking walking breaks when needed. To stay together, as you all may not be in the same condition, you might want to pre-plan this, say run 3 minutes then walk one, or follow the lead of the person who is in the least shape.
A bagel or toast with jelly and/or peanut butter and juice is is fine and chocolate milk is good afterwards (it has the right mix of carbohydrates and protein). Where loose comfortable clothing, a t-shirt and shorts, for example, or if it is colder, sweat clothes.
Shoes protect you from getting injured and are your most important piece of equipment. They are your only real financial investment in running and can go from $75 to $100. You go in to a running shoe store and say you want running shoes, period. Good idea to go in with the type of socks you would wear. They may check your shoes to see the wear pattern which would indicate what type of shoe you need, a stabilization shoe, underpronation or overpronation, etc. Then they would give you a running shoe and have you run to see how you run and what yu need. Once they have an idea of what you need they should pull out several models and have you try them for comfort, have you put both pairs on and jog around the store to see which you like best. They will probably half a size to a full size larger than your street shoes. And thatâs it! If you go to a shoe store and they don't ask to see you run first thing to get an idea of your needs, find another store.
Good luck!
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