The Minimins Running Team - Runaholics Anonymous
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RM07
Silver Member
I run outside and have avoided using a treadmill as I find that more difficult. I've been very lucky considering I started in January and we've had the wettest weather ever this year!
I would try and get some outside running in though... I find there is a difference running on the path to grass so I'm trying to mix it up a little as the RfL I'm doing in a mixture.
As for running in public... just do it. People are either too busy to notice you or they do notice you and I bet they are thinking 'bloody hell I couldn't do that!' OR they are a runner too and they are envious you are running and they aren't at that moment in time (this is me when I see other runners and I'm not running!).
I would try and get some outside running in though... I find there is a difference running on the path to grass so I'm trying to mix it up a little as the RfL I'm doing in a mixture.
As for running in public... just do it. People are either too busy to notice you or they do notice you and I bet they are thinking 'bloody hell I couldn't do that!' OR they are a runner too and they are envious you are running and they aren't at that moment in time (this is me when I see other runners and I'm not running!).
RM07
Silver Member
I have a fitbit! I have a Zip and I love it
I have the Zip too! Recently started wearing it again. Do you fancy being Fitbit friends for some healthy competition/motivation?
Ooo yes definitely! How do you add as a friend though? I'm clueless lol
Aww no gutted, I started a wash with mine on my running pants the other day then was looking for it and realised I was like S H I T!!!! Somehow didn't get wet though as was right in the middle.
There's a minimins group on the fitbit site https://www.fitbit.com/group/224HCR if anyone would like to join? There's only 3 of us at the moment would be great to have some more members
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Lucylu79
Gold Member
Wow girls!
You are seriously putting me to shame! I seem to be using the excuse of waiting for the physio appointment as a reason not to run!
Have to try to get out this weekend, hubs will be wanting to get out on his bike so I must do the same and get my but outta the house, nothing worse than feeling guilty for not going when hubby's trying to lose weight and determined to do it!!
You are seriously putting me to shame! I seem to be using the excuse of waiting for the physio appointment as a reason not to run!
Have to try to get out this weekend, hubs will be wanting to get out on his bike so I must do the same and get my but outta the house, nothing worse than feeling guilty for not going when hubby's trying to lose weight and determined to do it!!
LisaM1977
Gold Member
Ooo yes definitely! How do you add as a friend though? I'm clueless lol Aww no gutted, I started a wash with mine on my running pants the other day then was looking for it and realised I was like S H I T!!!! Somehow didn't get wet though as was right in the middle. There's a minimins group on the fitbit site https://www.fitbit.com/group/224HCR if anyone would like to join? There's only 3 of us at the moment would be great to have some more members
Luckily found it.. Cat had knocked it off window sill and was under my bed... Was stressing as my last lobe broke after a washer and dryer incident lol .. No way could have got another one .. Will check out the group x
KentCat
Full Member
I wouldn't say running outside is more difficult but it is different. Obviously a treadmill is slightly cushioned and continuously flat (unless you alter the gradient). When running outside you'll have to get use to the natural camber of the paths and roads and changing gradients. That said, I found running outside developed my stamina and strength far quicker than on the treadmill
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jenniecakes
Gold Member
Whats fitbit??
I managed 4 miles last night on the treadmill. Not done any outdoor running for a while, so I may try a few miles tonight I think.
I managed 4 miles last night on the treadmill. Not done any outdoor running for a while, so I may try a few miles tonight I think.
OpalLilyEats
Gold Member
How do your legs feel today? I def think legs are a bit achier when you run outside and not used to it! Def helps to have a proper pair of running shoes too to reduce any pressure on your joints.
I noticed a HUUUUGE difference from treadmill to outside - my knee got sorer running outside and I wasn't able to run as fast or as long. It def knocked my confidence a bit but after I got over the initial hump, I love it now and can't imagine ever going back to a treadmill! xx
jenniecakes
Gold Member
Had my number through from bupa great Manchester run. I'm a little nervous and scared now.
Just planning an outdoor run for tomorrow morning now.
Just planning an outdoor run for tomorrow morning now.
Good luck KentCat! I've been poo, not be running since Wednesday, every day I've gone to bed thinking I'll go tomorrow and when my alarm goes off at 6am I just can not be bothered! Got lots of uni work on at the moment which is stressing me out. Handing a big chunk of it in tomorrow though so fingers crossed will be able to get back out there soon!
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RM07
Silver Member
I haven't been able to go for a run since last Monday so looking forward to getting out for one tomorrow. I keep telling myself that I'm just going to go for it tomorrow... no faffing, no whining... just a lot of running! Mainly because at the next Parkrun I'd quite like to make it round a lot quicker to see a certain guy in the cafe
Good luck with handing in your work tomorrow Clareel... I used to really like handing my work in as that was it! No rewriting it, no worrying about it etc... it was done!
Good luck with handing in your work tomorrow Clareel... I used to really like handing my work in as that was it! No rewriting it, no worrying about it etc... it was done!
OpalLilyEats
Gold Member
My first 10k done! Woohoo!!
RM07
Silver Member
Well done!! How do you feel after?
OpalLilyEats
Gold Member
Hello! I'm looking for a runners thread to join...can I join this one? Congrats on the 10k
Welcome! Have you been running for long?x
Thank you! My knee is really sore, but it always is after longer runs. It gets a little twinge eek! But I feel good. Tired and my face is really warm (it was ROASTING!) but all in all good
probably shouldn't be going out for drinks now but sure! Haha!x
