Running

Thanks, it looks like a cool platform. If you have any accounts on there you'd recommend around running in particular I'm all ears

Fuck me, looks like half a plastic clog:-

Pukes on sock.

Had to check I wasn't in the Epic WTF thread there.

Saucony Endorphin Elite.

My ankle is out of the cast. It hurts quite a lot. It will get better, right?

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It will get better, right?

With time & care I'd hope so. Take it easy.

Looks like we have had a very similar injury - my scar is more directly above the ankle but similar. I’ve pretty much not had an issue with mine. Worth being aware that your body will compromise/make up for the injury and just to keep an eye on what that could do

Been quiet on this thread recently. Hope people are out there getting it, weather around LDN has got cold again last few days but there are signs spring is on its way...

In a bid to keep myself honest for the next year, I've noted down my '10 commandments' of running. I wonder how many of these resonate with the group. They're listed here;

https://mattw90.substack.com/p/the-running-rules-of-engagement

cheers

Lots of well distilled advice in there!

I'm training for Brighton Marathon and focusing on trying to do things right with S&C more than ever before. Did Hampton Court Half yesterday. Focussed on hitting 180bmp cadence throughout, which actually worked. Got it done in my 'ideal' time and was consistent with my pace throughout. But blimey it destroyed my thighs, wouldn't have been able to keep going much longer and was at threshold HR most of the race....

As yet I haven't really been able to hit a 180bpm at a slower pace consistently, I always drift off and slow to around 170.

Yes I am exactly the same in that regard. Unless I'm going faster it is very difficult to get to 180 without significant effort/concentration. I've ran Hampton Court Half, its a decent event - what time did you manage?

I got just under 1:30, not for the first time but first time in a fair while. Yeah I've done it before also, I enjoy the course, got just enough variety to keep it interesting but still fast and is only 20 mins on the train for me.

Been reading Born to Run 2 which makes running at 180bpm sound so easy.... It isn't!

warming up before you move should be a non-negotiable.

Yes this helps me. Stops the first 15 minute muscle niggles if I'm a little bit warm, especially in the colder weather. Good tips!

Interesting, I listened to a recent Rich Roll pod with the two authors, it was interesting but made me laugh how easy they make it sound. Easy to make running sound/feel effortless when you've been smashing out 100 mile weeks consistently for years.

I haven't read either the new one or the original, which is lauded as a classic - is it worth reading?

Yeah the original is well worth a read, not just for the running content but more as it is a well told story. My wife who had no interest in running enjoyed it just because of the story. I've read Running with Sherman from the same author, equally compelling.

Ok stupid question incoming; newish trail runner here, doing a few 5kms, and the odd 10km. Feeling mostly ok on the 10km runs, but starting to feel relieved to finish towards the end.

• Could I manage a gentle North LDN 23km trail run on the weekend? Or am I being too ambitious?
  I think I know the answer.
  

Many many variables here, most would say you need to build by 10% a week or risk injury etc! But we're not talking massive distances here, so long as you don't mind being a bit sore the next day, take it easy on the pace, walk if you need a rest and are ok with making sure you eat and drink a bit on the run you'll be fine given is still LDN you are hardly going to be remote and stranded if you do need to bin it off! YMMV!

Yep I think you can manage it as long as the most important thing is to finish and have fun. If you're wanting to set a time then you might not have the juice in your legs but your cycling base should get you there. Just take plenty of snacks/water and pack appropriate clothing

Nice one!

I have a HM at the weekend, which when I entered I thought I'd be back at home for, as it is the house is still being renovated and so it's a v early start to drive down from Northampton. My goals this year was sub 1:30 HM and a sub 40min 10k. I'd love to get a sub 90 minute at the weekend but I think it's coming a little too soon. I have Hackney Half in May which might be more realistic. Been getting 60km in most weeks as training with folks doing spring maras which has been helping but now they're going for 30km SLRs I'm not quite as keen!

Thanks for the advice both @Tenderloin
Eating is a good point, obviously hydrate but hadn't even considered other fuelling.
Yeah, not aiming for a time (not a race) and trying to not pressure myself too much to finish either but I definitely don't want to start it with the idea of bailing in my head.
Plan would be, low pressure, pace it nice n easy & to try and enjoy it (including the scenery / terrain).

Plan would be, low pressure, pace it nice n easy & to try and enjoy it (including the scenery / terrain).

Nah, you surely want to go max effort for the first 800m or so to feel that leaders buzz. It wouldn't be horrific from there onwards at all.

Your plan sounds good, enjoy.

What was the sock list podium pls?

Did anyone here race national xc in the end? I had a work thing dropped on me late, which given I'd have jogged around was a blessing of sorts. Maybe it'll be back in 2026 as local national was appealing.

Xc seasom here ends on 11th March with a rearranged fixture from December.

Ankle healing vibes

Had a place on Brighton Trail Marathon, organisers have gone bust and the ones taking over aren't doing refunds, just offering a place on the Brighton (road) Marathon. I'm away that weekend so if anyone fancies taking my spot for a forum donation let me know