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Fab Crap Runners’ Club WEEK 20 (14-20 May)
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FAB CRAP RUNNERS' CLUB
WEEK TWENTY!!!!
MOTTO: We run #LikeAToddlerChasingAPug
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Hey lovely Fab Crap Runners!
It's Week Twenty!
The weather continues to make running easier. Remember running around frozen puddles in the pitch black?!
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SEX CLUB... SEX CLUB... SEX CLUB... SEX CLUB... SEX CLUB... SEX CLUB... SEX CLUB...
The FCRC sex-club social will be on 8 June at Vanilla Alternative from 8pm. Everyone is welcome. If you’ve never been to a club before, come along with us. It’ll be loads of fun to sit in the hot tub gossiping! There’s no obligation whatsoever to play with anyone. I can meet nervous newbies outside so we can go in together.
(Please note, you'll need to ensure you're a member of the club (Vanilla Alternative) and that you've booked a place for the event itself well in advance).
Please RSVP.
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EXPLANATION AND ETHOS:
EVERYONE is welcome in the Fab Crap Runners' Club (the crapper the better).
From 1st January, a bunch of Fabbers began improving our fitness through running. None of us were natural athletes (I was a natural couch potato!) but we did it anyway.
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FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS:
"Couch to 5k" (C25K) is a nine-week running programme for absolute beginners, available on various free phone apps (I used Get Running). But you can join this thread to get fit by any means including walking and cycling - all are welcome. If you're expecting to be utterly crap at it (I mean reeeeeeeeeally bad), you're in the right place. Join the thread, tell us what your aim is and we'll cheer you on each week, just for trying.
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FOR MORE EXPERIENCED RUNNERS:
Tell us what you’re up to with your running, your training and your races. Let’s us know your highs and lows. Please cheer on the newbies and give advice if they ask.
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AND FINALLY:
Keep it up people!
Mrs Trellis x
PS - Don't forget to RSVP for the sex club social! All are welcome.
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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago
Birmingham |
The sun is out, you all struggled in the dark days of winter, the snow & the cold...now is the time to reap the rewards & be out in the sun. Doesn't have to be far, doesn't have to be fast, just has to be off the settee...go on spot some spring blossoms, hear the songbirds, enjoy the greenness of nature coming out to play. |
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over a year ago
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"Starting couch to 5k today 
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van 
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x"
We've all been exactly where you are now, those sprints to the ice cream van can be a challenge! Especially when you know they are looking in there rear view mirror and excelerating the buggers!
Best of luck and let us know how you get on.
Mrs x |
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By *outhbucksCouple
over a year ago
Great Missenden |
"Starting couch to 5k today
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x"
Good luck.
We are on week 5 and are thoroughly enjoying it. Our fitness has improved massively in just that short time and we generally just feel 'better'.
Start slow and stay there for a couple of weeks and gradually you will find your natural pace.
Most of all, enjoy it |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Starting couch to 5k today
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x
We've all been exactly where you are now, those sprints to the ice cream van can be a challenge! Especially when you know they are looking in there rear view mirror and excelerating the buggers!
Best of luck and let us know how you get on.
Mrs x"
Haha i tried the whole if the ice cream van plays music it means they have ran out of ice cream but my kids have wised up now
Miss s x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Starting couch to 5k today
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x
Good luck.
We are on week 5 and are thoroughly enjoying it. Our fitness has improved massively in just that short time and we generally just feel 'better'.
Start slow and stay there for a couple of weeks and gradually you will find your natural pace.
Most of all, enjoy it"
Thanks i know i can do it as ive done it before i just got to get my ass moving and stop the excuses. Coffee and cake in costa is my biggest weakness!
Miss s x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Starting couch to 5k today
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x
We've all been exactly where you are now, those sprints to the ice cream van can be a challenge! Especially when you know they are looking in there rear view mirror and excelerating the buggers!
Best of luck and let us know how you get on.
Mrs x
Haha i tried the whole if the ice cream van plays music it means they have ran out of ice cream but my kids have wised up now
Miss s x"
So cruel!!!!! Yeah, I tried that too 
You chose a gorgeous day to start the C25k. Just wish I had an ounce of energy this morning, but one more late shift and hopefully out tomorrow  |
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"Starting couch to 5k today
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x"
Good luck! Remember we are here to support and encourage when needed! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've got to take the kids to school and ignore the craving for the first costa treat of the week with the school mums!
ive download an app that will coach me through it so im all set to go now where did i hide my trainers
Miss s x |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
"Starting couch to 5k today
The only time i normally run is after the ice cream van
This will be a big challenge for me
Miss s x"
We all have to start somewhere, just keep the ice cream van in the slight distance you'll be surprised how far you go after it |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
Started week 5 yesterday, first run complete, the random outbursts "of go on you can do it, keep going, go on" of someone sitting the otherside of the canal on the way back made me laugh but really helped. I felt like shouting back, i know i can   |
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By *outhbucksCouple
over a year ago
Great Missenden |
"Started week 5 yesterday, first run complete, the random outbursts "of go on you can do it, keep going, go on" of someone sitting the otherside of the canal on the way back made me laugh but really helped. I felt like shouting back, i know i can "
We have Michael Johnson purring at us and encouraging us via the app which Mrs S seems quite happy with |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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So.....still trying to run continuously for 30 mins!
Todays run, I decided to run the downhill but walk up the big uphill then I'm in the park where the parkrun is, I started running well but my legs hurt where I usually walk but I powered through and continued 1 full loop but on the second loop I did walk a couple of times  I did a couple of stretches and then carried on.....at the end of the run and on my walk back I felt a bit disappointed that I'd walked but apart from my calves hurting I enjoyed being out in the sunshine.
When I got home I checked strave and to my surprise I got my pb for 5k 38.02
I ran/jogged/walked 6.8k  nights tonight |
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"So.....still trying to run continuously for 30 mins!
Todays run, I decided to run the downhill but walk up the big uphill then I'm in the park where the parkrun is, I started running well but my legs hurt where I usually walk but I powered through and continued 1 full loop but on the second loop I did walk a couple of times I did a couple of stretches and then carried on.....at the end of the run and on my walk back I felt a bit disappointed that I'd walked but apart from my calves hurting I enjoyed being out in the sunshine.
When I got home I checked strave and to my surprise I got my pb for 5k 38.02
I ran/jogged/walked 6.8k nights tonight "
Well done on your PB , if you have any of that thing called energy left can you send some over my way? X |
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By *outhbucksCouple
over a year ago
Great Missenden |
"So.....still trying to run continuously for 30 mins!
Todays run, I decided to run the downhill but walk up the big uphill then I'm in the park where the parkrun is, I started running well but my legs hurt where I usually walk but I powered through and continued 1 full loop but on the second loop I did walk a couple of times I did a couple of stretches and then carried on.....at the end of the run and on my walk back I felt a bit disappointed that I'd walked but apart from my calves hurting I enjoyed being out in the sunshine.
When I got home I checked strave and to my surprise I got my pb for 5k 38.02
I ran/jogged/walked 6.8k nights tonight "
Well done! |
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By *outhbucksCouple
over a year ago
Great Missenden |
How has people's weight been affected by starting to run?
We have just started week 5 and whilst I wasn't exepcting to be shedding pounds, I would have expected a little to have come off.
I've (Mr S) been 13st something since secondary school when I played a lot of rugby but occsionally have gone into the 14st bracket. I am just straddling 13/14st at the moment but haven't noticed any discernable drop over the last 4 weeks and don't feel I am eating more.
Can I put it down to the excuse of muscle is denser than fat? |
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over a year ago
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"How has people's weight been affected by starting to run?
We have just started week 5 and whilst I wasn't exepcting to be shedding pounds, I would have expected a little to have come off.
I've (Mr S) been 13st something since secondary school when I played a lot of rugby but occsionally have gone into the 14st bracket. I am just straddling 13/14st at the moment but haven't noticed any discernable drop over the last 4 weeks and don't feel I am eating more.
Can I put it down to the excuse of muscle is denser than fat? "
I have been doing this since January and I've lost nothing |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"So.....still trying to run continuously for 30 mins!
Todays run, I decided to run the downhill but walk up the big uphill then I'm in the park where the parkrun is, I started running well but my legs hurt where I usually walk but I powered through and continued 1 full loop but on the second loop I did walk a couple of times I did a couple of stretches and then carried on.....at the end of the run and on my walk back I felt a bit disappointed that I'd walked but apart from my calves hurting I enjoyed being out in the sunshine.
When I got home I checked strave and to my surprise I got my pb for 5k 38.02
I ran/jogged/walked 6.8k nights tonight
Well done on your PB , if you have any of that thing called energy left can you send some over my way? X"
Thanks.....energy wise, I showered and washed up lol off for an afternoon kip as I've work tonight
You're doing excellent so you don't need my energy |
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By *obbaukMan
over a year ago
Hitchin |
"How has people's weight been affected by starting to run?
We have just started week 5 and whilst I wasn't exepcting to be shedding pounds, I would have expected a little to have come off.
I've (Mr S) been 13st something since secondary school when I played a lot of rugby but occsionally have gone into the 14st bracket. I am just straddling 13/14st at the moment but haven't noticed any discernable drop over the last 4 weeks and don't feel I am eating more.
Can I put it down to the excuse of muscle is denser than fat? "
Could be likely.
More running in your schedule could build up leg muscle. You may find yourself a tad more toned overall. Over time you'll see results, consistency is key.
One main reason I will do a long runs on a weekend is so that I can have the lardiest cheat meal I can find! |
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"How has people's weight been affected by starting to run?
We have just started week 5 and whilst I wasn't exepcting to be shedding pounds, I would have expected a little to have come off.
I've (Mr S) been 13st something since secondary school when I played a lot of rugby but occsionally have gone into the 14st bracket. I am just straddling 13/14st at the moment but haven't noticed any discernable drop over the last 4 weeks and don't feel I am eating more.
Can I put it down to the excuse of muscle is denser than fat? "
If you want to lose weight you have to be in calorie deficit. You should aim for 400 ,500-600, 500-600 for breakfast, lunch, then dinner. Do this daily and you should notice a difference aiming for 1lb a week is healthy loss. |
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"How has people's weight been affected by starting to run?
We have just started week 5 and whilst I wasn't exepcting to be shedding pounds, I would have expected a little to have come off.
I've (Mr S) been 13st something since secondary school when I played a lot of rugby but occsionally have gone into the 14st bracket. I am just straddling 13/14st at the moment but haven't noticed any discernable drop over the last 4 weeks and don't feel I am eating more.
Can I put it down to the excuse of muscle is denser than fat? "
I ran 5 miles this evening and used 750 calories, thats the equivalent to 3 sticks of twix, as has already been mentioned exercise will make you more toned and fitter but unless you eat less calories than you use then you won't lose weight.
A pound of fat weighs the same as a pound of muscle.
I've gained weight training for a marathon (no reference to the chocolate bar!) because I've been eating to keep the energy levels up.
Good luck and keep at it and you will notice the difference! |
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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago
Birmingham |
"How has people's weight been affected by starting to run?
We have just started week 5 and whilst I wasn't exepcting to be shedding pounds, I would have expected a little to have come off.
I've (Mr S) been 13st something since secondary school when I played a lot of rugby but occsionally have gone into the 14st bracket. I am just straddling 13/14st at the moment but haven't noticed any discernable drop over the last 4 weeks and don't feel I am eating more.
Can I put it down to the excuse of muscle is denser than fat? "
Similarly to prevoius answers ...weight is a crude measure...doesn't tell you what makes up that weight, body composition may have changed. Cheat meals be careful with if weight loss is your goal, calories always arrive faster than they leave! |
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"Week 4 run 2 done!
2 lots of 8 minute runs and managed it without any issue except right at the end I stumbled and then the foot cramps kicked in.
F*cking painful!
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Are you drinking enough water during the day? |
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"I do feel like I didn't drink enough today so that probably didn't help"
You might help (especially in this weather) to take some water with you when you go out - only a small bottle (overhydration can be as bad as dehydration), preferably with either an electrolyte tablet, or some squash and keep sipping it as you go along.
If you still get cramp, you may need to get some specialist advice. |
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over a year ago
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Hello! I didn’t know this was a thing but I need in!
I’ve only recently started on the treadmill at the gym (due to living amongst hilly ground!). Building up slowly and was pleased to manage four minutes running in one go amongst my one minute walk rest periods yesterday! Final total was 3.23km in 29mins. Not looking at extending the time I run at the moment due to it cutting into the rest of my gym time, just concentrating on improving what I can do in that time.
Well done everyone doing this!
Mrs F x |
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"Hello! I didn’t know this was a thing but I need in!
I’ve only recently started on the treadmill at the gym (due to living amongst hilly ground!). Building up slowly and was pleased to manage four minutes running in one go amongst my one minute walk rest periods yesterday! Final total was 3.23km in 29mins. Not looking at extending the time I run at the moment due to it cutting into the rest of my gym time, just concentrating on improving what I can do in that time.
Well done everyone doing this!
Mrs F x"
Well done Mrs F!
I find running on a treadmill harder than running outside, so well done! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Mornung FCRC,
I went out this morning took a friend out with me, weird talking and running!
Managed 6.1k in 43 minutes "
you can run and talk? Not possible but well done on doing both |
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"Hello! I didn’t know this was a thing but I need in!
I’ve only recently started on the treadmill at the gym (due to living amongst hilly ground!). Building up slowly and was pleased to manage four minutes running in one go amongst my one minute walk rest periods yesterday! Final total was 3.23km in 29mins. Not looking at extending the time I run at the moment due to it cutting into the rest of my gym time, just concentrating on improving what I can do in that time.
Well done everyone doing this!
Mrs F x"
Welcome and well done. I've never ran on a treadmill but I live where its hilly and its a killer |
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By *viatrixWoman
over a year ago
Redhill |
Hi everyone! been wanting to post on this thread for a while now!
Just took up running semi-seriously back in September... I’m a regular parkrunner and I run during the week too- I just did my 3rd half marathon on Sunday with a time of 2hr 6min which I’m chuffed about
I’m in Surrey, let me know if you fancy going for a jog or some encouragement/coaching- I went from a 43min parkrun in September to a 27min one now! Running my 50th parkrun this Saturday!  |
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By *obbaukMan
over a year ago
Hitchin |
"Hi everyone! been wanting to post on this thread for a while now!
Just took up running semi-seriously back in September... I’m a regular parkrunner and I run during the week too- I just did my 3rd half marathon on Sunday with a time of 2hr 6min which I’m chuffed about
I’m in Surrey, let me know if you fancy going for a jog or some encouragement/coaching- I went from a 43min parkrun in September to a 27min one now! Running my 50th parkrun this Saturday! "
Welcome and well done on some great improvement!
Was that on Reigate priory parkrun? I hear good things. |
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"Hi everyone! been wanting to post on this thread for a while now!
Just took up running semi-seriously back in September... I’m a regular parkrunner and I run during the week too- I just did my 3rd half marathon on Sunday with a time of 2hr 6min which I’m chuffed about
I’m in Surrey, let me know if you fancy going for a jog or some encouragement/coaching- I went from a 43min parkrun in September to a 27min one now! Running my 50th parkrun this Saturday! "
Well done! That's an impressive pb for your half
I love parkrun milestones. Over two years until I can get my next one! |
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By *viatrixWoman
over a year ago
Redhill |
"Hi everyone! been wanting to post on this thread for a while now!
Just took up running semi-seriously back in September... I’m a regular parkrunner and I run during the week too- I just did my 3rd half marathon on Sunday with a time of 2hr 6min which I’m chuffed about
I’m in Surrey, let me know if you fancy going for a jog or some encouragement/coaching- I went from a 43min parkrun in September to a 27min one now! Running my 50th parkrun this Saturday!
Welcome and well done on some great improvement!
Was that on Reigate priory parkrun? I hear good things."
Yup it is! Though I pop over to Mole Valley parkrun once in awhile too! they are both hilly and tough courses! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Mornung FCRC,
I went out this morning took a friend out with me, weird talking and running!
Managed 6.1k in 43 minutes
you can run and talk? Not possible but well done on doing both "
It is possible, well just about! I said weird this morning, what I really meant to say was really challenging!!!
Espically as she is super fit and was chatting away. I was talking back in between gasping for air  |
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By *outhbucksCouple
over a year ago
Great Missenden |
"OMG i did it. I was dreading week 5 run 2, jumping from 5 minutes to 8, thinking you have got to be kidding me, 5s hard enough. But i did it. "
Well done - we're in sync with you and did our Week 5 run 2 yesterday. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Dragged myself out last night to do my own local 10km loop - was aiming for under an hour but my legs felt stiff from the off (no doubt feeling the after-effects of hiking up hills in the Lakes at weekend). I got round in 1.03, but the distance was 10.03km, so not far off
One of these days I'll try it when I'm not feeling knackered already from something else! |
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"Hi everyone! been wanting to post on this thread for a while now!
Just took up running semi-seriously back in September... I’m a regular parkrunner and I run during the week too- I just did my 3rd half marathon on Sunday with a time of 2hr 6min which I’m chuffed about
I’m in Surrey, let me know if you fancy going for a jog or some encouragement/coaching- I went from a 43min parkrun in September to a 27min one now! Running my 50th parkrun this Saturday! "
Well done! That's awesome progress in such a short time |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
"OMG i did it. I was dreading week 5 run 2, jumping from 5 minutes to 8, thinking you have got to be kidding me, 5s hard enough. But i did it.
Excellent, well done you! "
Thankyou, wouldnt of stuck any of this out without the encouragement and motivation of FCRC |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
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"OMG i did it. I was dreading week 5 run 2, jumping from 5 minutes to 8, thinking you have got to be kidding me, 5s hard enough. But i did it.
Well done - we're in sync with you and did our Week 5 run 2 yesterday."
Really dreading the next one 20 minutes i dont think im ready for that yet |
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"Hi everyone! been wanting to post on this thread for a while now!
Just took up running semi-seriously back in September... I’m a regular parkrunner and I run during the week too- I just did my 3rd half marathon on Sunday with a time of 2hr 6min which I’m chuffed about
I’m in Surrey, let me know if you fancy going for a jog or some encouragement/coaching- I went from a 43min parkrun in September to a 27min one now! Running my 50th parkrun this Saturday! "
Congratulations on your parkrun milestone! |
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"Hello! I didn’t know this was a thing but I need in!
I’ve only recently started on the treadmill at the gym (due to living amongst hilly ground!). Building up slowly and was pleased to manage four minutes running in one go amongst my one minute walk rest periods yesterday! Final total was 3.23km in 29mins. Not looking at extending the time I run at the moment due to it cutting into the rest of my gym time, just concentrating on improving what I can do in that time.
Well done everyone doing this!
Mrs F x"
There are some great running routes around Preston, I was there on Tuesday and Wednesday and did i 4 mile run along the guidewheel cycle path, it's so nice a long there, 1st time I run there I came face to face with a dear! |
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"Hello! I didn’t know this was a thing but I need in!
I’ve only recently started on the treadmill at the gym (due to living amongst hilly ground!). Building up slowly and was pleased to manage four minutes running in one go amongst my one minute walk rest periods yesterday! Final total was 3.23km in 29mins. Not looking at extending the time I run at the moment due to it cutting into the rest of my gym time, just concentrating on improving what I can do in that time.
Well done everyone doing this!
Mrs F x
There are some great running routes around Preston, I was there on Tuesday and Wednesday and did i 4 mile run along the guidewheel cycle path, it's so nice a long there, 1st time I run there I came face to face with a dear!"
Oh deer? |
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"Hello! I didn’t know this was a thing but I need in!
I’ve only recently started on the treadmill at the gym (due to living amongst hilly ground!). Building up slowly and was pleased to manage four minutes running in one go amongst my one minute walk rest periods yesterday! Final total was 3.23km in 29mins. Not looking at extending the time I run at the moment due to it cutting into the rest of my gym time, just concentrating on improving what I can do in that time.
Well done everyone doing this!
Mrs F x
There are some great running routes around Preston, I was there on Tuesday and Wednesday and did i 4 mile run along the guidewheel cycle path, it's so nice a long there, 1st time I run there I came face to face with a dear!
Oh deer?"
Was an expensive run! |
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over a year ago
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Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help"
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x "
It's all down to the Couch to 5K app. The first week with the minute runs killed me (and I cycle a lot) but it's amazing how it builds up both physically and confidence. The knee supports, fitted running shoes and ibrophen gel have all helped too |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x
It's all down to the Couch to 5K app. The first week with the minute runs killed me (and I cycle a lot) but it's amazing how it builds up both physically and confidence. The knee supports, fitted running shoes and ibrophen gel have all helped too"
I'd need morphine x |
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By *obbaukMan
over a year ago
Hitchin |
"Omg all yous people can run so fast. I can only do a mile and it takes me bout 25 mins x"
Doesn't matter how fast you did it. A mile is still a mile. And keeping up and effort for 25 mins is commendable! |
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"Omg all yous people can run so fast. I can only do a mile and it takes me bout 25 mins x
Doesn't matter how fast you did it. A mile is still a mile. And keeping up and effort for 25 mins is commendable!"
Yep, I had a mate when I was running marathons who claimed he was much fitter than me because he ran for a much longer time...there’s some logic in that I think! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Advice please...
Had a headache going to sleep yesterday and had one all morning. Should I go for a run.
This happens fairly frequently and sometimes a run can actually help.
Wadayafink? |
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By *obbaukMan
over a year ago
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"Advice please...
Had a headache going to sleep yesterday and had one all morning. Should I go for a run.
This happens fairly frequently and sometimes a run can actually help.
Wadayafink?"
Go for it.
Isn't there something called a neck rule? Where if you've got an ailment above the neck- sore throat, headache etc then doctors say go right ahead but take it easy.
Anything below he neck like heavy chest, then rest is best. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Go for it.
Isn't there something called a neck rule? Where if you've got an ailment above the neck- sore throat, headache etc then doctors say go right ahead but take it easy.
Anything below he neck like heavy chest, then rest is best."
Not heard that but happy to buy it. Crap jogging it is.
Thanks buddy. |
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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago
Birmingham |
"Omg all yous people can run so fast. I can only do a mile and it takes me bout 25 mins x
Doesn't matter how fast you did it. A mile is still a mile. And keeping up and effort for 25 mins is commendable!"
Running by time is as valid as distance, a 25 min run may take you a certain distance now, as you improve that distance will increase , timed running is often easier to fit into a busy day. |
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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago
Birmingham |
"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x "
it may be that you need a longer warm up to get into the groove, but a negative split is a good thing in races ... Whilst everyone else is slowing down, you are getting faster . |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x it may be that you need a longer warm up to get into the groove, but a negative split is a good thing in races ... Whilst everyone else is slowing down, you are getting faster ."
What kind of warm up should I do. I stretch both my legs and do windmills with my arms x |
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"Omg all yous people can run so fast. I can only do a mile and it takes me bout 25 mins x"
Go you!
That's a mile further and 25 mins faster than the person sat on the couch, so you're definitely winning |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x it may be that you need a longer warm up to get into the groove, but a negative split is a good thing in races ... Whilst everyone else is slowing down, you are getting faster .
What kind of warm up should I do. I stretch both my legs and do windmills with my arms x"
At the same time? You’ll be on Page 1 of Fab pics with skills like that! |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x it may be that you need a longer warm up to get into the groove, but a negative split is a good thing in races ... Whilst everyone else is slowing down, you are getting faster .
What kind of warm up should I do. I stretch both my legs and do windmills with my arms x"
There are three rules of thought:
1) you should stretch before and after every run to minimise any injuries.
2) you should stretch after running to avoid injuries and to make sure you don't seize up the next day.
3) you shouldn't stretch before or after running because it actually doesn't do anything.
I'm a three. I don't stretch and I've never been injured. Although if I'm doing a sprinting session with my club, then I do stretch before and after (but only because it's part of the session).
What stretches you need to do depends on what type of running you are doing. There are good stretches on the mainstream running magazine websites - Womens Running or Runners World.
Ignore Twats slightly sarcastic response, if I remember rightly, he is also a non-stretcher... |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
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"Omg all yous people can run so fast. I can only do a mile and it takes me bout 25 mins x"
Dont worry about timings, focus on what you can do snd what your looking to gain from it.
Im by no means fast, tbf i can probably walk quicker than i jog, but im focusing on the length of time i can do that through doing c25k. Speed will come after once my body is physically used to jogging.
Just do what you can do its not a competition with anyone. |
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"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x it may be that you need a longer warm up to get into the groove, but a negative split is a good thing in races ... Whilst everyone else is slowing down, you are getting faster ."
Thanks, hopefully that'll be the case on the 20 min run. |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
"Morning FCRC,
Completed run 2 of week 7, 6.36k in 41 minutes
Get your tooshie up and out if you can it's gorgeous outside "
Getting mine up and out to work instead  afterwork is a possibility though |
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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago
Birmingham |
"Did my 2nd run of week 5 last night (2x8 mins) and think I'm ready for the 20 min run. The only thing is I'm always faster and more comfortable on the later or last running interval, so hope I get better as the longer run goes on. Any tips that may help
Omg how is that even possible. I start off motivated and end up near tears x it may be that you need a longer warm up to get into the groove, but a negative split is a good thing in races ... Whilst everyone else is slowing down, you are getting faster .
What kind of warm up should I do. I stretch both my legs and do windmills with my arms x
There are three rules of thought:
1) you should stretch before and after every run to minimise any injuries.
2) you should stretch after running to avoid injuries and to make sure you don't seize up the next day.
3) you shouldn't stretch before or after running because it actually doesn't do anything.
I'm a three. I don't stretch and I've never been injured. Although if I'm doing a sprinting session with my club, then I do stretch before and after (but only because it's part of the session).
What stretches you need to do depends on what type of running you are doing. There are good stretches on the mainstream running magazine websites - Womens Running or Runners World.
Ignore Twats slightly sarcastic response, if I remember rightly, he is also a non-stretcher..."
Beautifully put, personally no stretching beforehand, gentle jog to get muscles warmed maybe some run specific drills to get joints working & off I go. Love stretching, foam rolling & massage after, none proven to physically benefit, but psychologically I get great benefit with the relaxation. |
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I ran!
Did two km of jogging then three km of walking interspersed with the fastest running I can do. It nearly killed me but it was fun.
Sorry for being absent from the thread. It’s still tricky to type. Back soon.
Keep running you sexy animals. |
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By *outhbucksCouple
over a year ago
Great Missenden |
We did our week 5 run 3 yesterday, single 20 minute run.
Change of venue as well so instead of running in the woods to hide we went along the towpath between Halton and Wendover.
We did it! Non-stop - apart from jogging on the spot whilst picking up the dog poo 
By moving to a path it also meant we got a good indication of our pace and were just under 7 min/km which we are happy with for now. In the woods it was much slower.
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"We did our week 5 run 3 yesterday, single 20 minute run.
Change of venue as well so instead of running in the woods to hide we went along the towpath between Halton and Wendover.
We did it! Non-stop - apart from jogging on the spot whilst picking up the dog poo
By moving to a path it also meant we got a good indication of our pace and were just under 7 min/km which we are happy with for now. In the woods it was much slower.
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I've got my week 7 run 3 tomorrow. Trying a different route as I'm getting bored of the same scenery |
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"I ran!
Did two km of jogging then three km of walking interspersed with the fastest running I can do. It nearly killed me but it was fun.
Sorry for being absent from the thread. It’s still tricky to type. Back soon.
Keep running you sexy animals. "
Yay! Fantastic! |
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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago
Burnleyish (She/They) |
"Anyone done parkrun this morning? (Park - painful shuffle in my case)
I volunteered this morning, was a great morning, Sun shining"
It was a good morning to volunteer! Thanks for volunteering |
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"Anyone done parkrun this morning? (Park - painful shuffle in my case)
I volunteered this morning, was a great morning, Sun shining
It was a good morning to volunteer! Thanks for volunteering "
People might think I've volunteered for something else lol |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
Week 5 run 3 completed. Cannot believe i did it. Really didnt think id do it first time and especially not tonight.
Wouldnt of continued without the support and encouragement from the FCRC. Thankyou |
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"Week 5 run 3 completed. Cannot believe i did it. Really didnt think id do it first time and especially not tonight.
Wouldnt of continued without the support and encouragement from the FCRC. Thankyou "
Whoop whoop, well done you |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
"Week 5 run 3 completed. Cannot believe i did it. Really didnt think id do it first time and especially not tonight.
Wouldnt of continued without the support and encouragement from the FCRC. Thankyou
Whoop whoop, well done you "
I think im dreaming. Someone pinch me |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
staffordshire |
"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc "
Naybe a stupid question but where you going from/to? And how long are you expecting it to take you? |
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"Week 5 run 3 completed. Cannot believe i did it. Really didnt think id do it first time and especially not tonight.
Wouldnt of continued without the support and encouragement from the FCRC. Thankyou
Whoop whoop, well done you
I think im dreaming. Someone pinch me "
Ok |
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By *lla_maiWoman
over a year ago
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"Week 5 run 3 completed. Cannot believe i did it. Really didnt think id do it first time and especially not tonight.
Wouldnt of continued without the support and encouragement from the FCRC. Thankyou
Whoop whoop, well done you
I think im dreaming. Someone pinch me
Ok "
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc
Naybe a stupid question but where you going from/to? And how long are you expecting it to take you? "
Its from st bees in the lakes to robin hoods bay. It can take as little as 2 weeks but I've got 3 weeks off work and no idea how long it'll take.....pray for sunshine lol |
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc
soooo impressed, but rather you than me x is this for charity? "
This is for fun lol |
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over a year ago
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc
Naybe a stupid question but where you going from/to? And how long are you expecting it to take you?
Its from st bees in the lakes to robin hoods bay. It can take as little as 2 weeks but I've got 3 weeks off work and no idea how long it'll take.....pray for sunshine lol"
Wow. Fantastic that your doing it, i hope it all goes well for you and i will hope for dry weather for you. You may not want it too sunny with all the walking though lol |
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc "
Coast to Coast carrying all your kit
Well done though with the walk you did and good luck for the challenge! |
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc
Naybe a stupid question but where you going from/to? And how long are you expecting it to take you?
Its from st bees in the lakes to robin hoods bay. It can take as little as 2 weeks but I've got 3 weeks off work and no idea how long it'll take.....pray for sunshine lol
Wow. Fantastic that your doing it, i hope it all goes well for you and i will hope for dry weather for you. You may not want it too sunny with all the walking though lol "
Yeah dry would be better than sunshine lol I'm looking forward to camping on the mountains |
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc
Coast to Coast carrying all your kit
Well done though with the walk you did and good luck for the challenge!"
After a while you don't realise the weight of it all....thats what I'm told lol
I'm looking forward to it though i do miss my catch up with you guys but tents don't have plugs and 4G isn't everywhere |
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"Not ran much this week....I'm running to get my fitness up for the coast to coast next month, 192 miles carrying all our kit well Wednesday we decided to go wild camping for 2 nights and walking for 3 days, just a trial to see how we went, ok we didn't do loads of miles but we did 12 on thur and I weighed my rucksack when I got home, I'm guessing it was around 2 stone! and I don't feel too bad. Finally getting to my own bed tonight, run tomorrow morning and catch up on washing and gardening......had a fantastic few days but missed you guys
Thank you fcrc
Naybe a stupid question but where you going from/to? And how long are you expecting it to take you?
Its from st bees in the lakes to robin hoods bay. It can take as little as 2 weeks but I've got 3 weeks off work and no idea how long it'll take.....pray for sunshine lol
Wow. Fantastic that your doing it, i hope it all goes well for you and i will hope for dry weather for you. You may not want it too sunny with all the walking though lol
Yeah dry would be better than sunshine lol I'm looking forward to camping on the mountains "
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