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Old 03-23-2006, 10:44 AM
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so im planning to start running again. any tips?
Old 03-23-2006, 10:47 AM
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i was thinkin about doin the same thing when i get out of school. gonna start on the treadmill, so the neighbors dont see my collapse after one lap around the block :hs:
Old 03-23-2006, 10:49 AM
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don't go full blast on your first try ... gradually increase your speed / distance.

The most common thing starting joggers / runners do is go full speed on day 1.
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id get some cool nike cortezs
Old 03-23-2006, 10:50 AM
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Get good shoes solely for running.
Stretch before and after.
Try to run at an even pace.
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Originally Posted by e3NiNe
don't go full blast on your first try ... gradually increase your speed / distance.

The most common thing starting joggers / runners do is go full speed on day 1.
Also stretch out...Your gonna be a lil sore regardless but not as bad if you stretch.
Old 03-23-2006, 10:52 AM
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if you get shin splints get some heel insoles and run through it

if its cold enough that you can see your breath, you need to keep your legs covered (windpants) to keep your muscles warm, otherwise you will be too tense... (i dont know where torrence ca is )
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Originally Posted by ISP James
if you get shin splints get some heel insoles and run through it

if its cold enough that you can see your breath, you need to keep your legs covered (windpants) to keep your muscles warm, otherwise you will be too tense... (i dont know where torrence ca is )
He doesn't need to worry about cold, he lives in So Cal h:
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Originally Posted by aux
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Old 03-23-2006, 10:57 AM
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great tips. imma runa 5k in a couple weeks, gradually build up and run a half marathon by sept, and be ready to do well in a marathon next yr



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