Running a marathon without a LOT of consultation, planning, training and preparation. I made the mistake 15 years ago. I figured, if 20km are easy and 35km are a little harder, how bad will 42km be... in sunny 32°C humid weather and only dextrose for energy. I did it, but the last 2km were torture and I couldn't walk without pain for almost 2 weeks. What I found is, that nothing really prepares you for a marathon, execpt a marathon. At least mentally.
Good timing, started running 5 weeks ago. Worst thing so far is knees from lack of glute strength. #1 Too much too soon. YES #2 Cheap shoes. YES Went and got properly fitted and bought some Gaviota 5's after my knee issues. #3 Making every run faster. GUILTY! #4 Eating and drinking the wrong things before a run. I don't hydrate enough and don't eat properly atm. #5 Wrong clothing. PASS I'm finally doing something right. #6 Lack of variety. I do the same route at the same time at the same pace. OMG!! #7 Not listening to your body. At least I do this. When my knees started hurting I had to take a break to recover. I bought good shoes a few days later and went got some professional help with my aches and pains. This sport is getting expensive but it's something I'm really enjoying and trying to learn all I can.
If you can afford, get a Garmin Watch that supports the Garmin Coach feature (most of them do). It will get you sorted for numbers 1, 3, 6 and 7. It is really fantastic, search for some videos about it. About number 2, go to a store where they have those tests to find you the best shoes. After a few months you'll learn more and pick them yourself, but for the first pair, it's really worth doing this.
I've done all of them plus walked when I could have run, hobbled around on a hip and knee niggle, not replacing shoes in due time, and fearing the opinions of those around me. Starting is hard, but when you start seeing gains, that makes it worth a lot.
I did a few of these. The main one being too much too soon. I just enjoyed it so much!!! Was quite the surprise for everyone, because I'm rather exercise adverse. Anyhow, borderline injury niggle recovered, then tweeted my calf at work, then came down with a virus. Going from the great feeling of runs, to being sore and ill and miserable, is quite the flip! As soon as I'm well enough, I will be back out, doing way less to start with with. Lesson learned. A short n sweet run is farcbetter better than none!
Would love a video on how to get back into training after injury / illness etc. Especially for beginners it might be really helpful! I started running a little over a year ago, managed to pretty much remain injury-free, but recently had to take a few weeks off due to low blood pressure. Trying to take it easy, staying below my MAF heart rate for the most part, but some more advice will be much appreciated!
not often are such videos so true. I got every Tipp in this video in my first Year of running as well and every one helped so much. Thanks for the video. Hopefully its helps me getting my friends into running as well.
I am certainly guilty of many of these. I've got 3 pair of good shoes that I rotate through(also helps with injury prevention), I run varied locations and distances, but I am completely guilty of too much too soon. I went from pushing myself through a 5k to running 3-4 times a week anywhere between 4-6 miles and I'm already up to 7-8 miles just a couple weeks later, way more than the 10% rule. As a result I have some knee pain. I have a medical procedure coming up where I will be forced to take 2 weeks off. Hopefully that will give me enough rest to come back strong.
Add that running without a device such as a smart watch or headphones. Running au natural (please use clothing) can connect you with your elements and clear the mind. Not everything needs to be put on Strava. Your body will know.
well i failed at the first one. It had only been 3 months since I started training for my first Ironman 70.3 and already got the shin splints and possible stress fracture as well. Hoping for a fast recovery
I just started running and I lean forward immensely... It's even worse when I get tired. I feel like I'm the left side of a very low triangle. Is this wrong, and if yes, why? And more importantly, how could I fix this? Keep in mind that I haven't done sports in 5 years or so and am a true beginner when it comes to running.
#coachescorner Loved this vid and very timely too. I've booked on to my first triathlon ( super sprint ) in August for a 51st birthday present to myself. The running bit worries me the most. My arch has collapsed in my right foot and I also have arthritis in my toes. Up until six months ago I had difficulty walking. Do you guys have any advice on building up slowly I.e strengthing the muscles and tendons of that area? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
... as a German Biologist - The Biggest Mis Take is to never ever START anything no matter how BAD you do it get Started we defend our lethal Comfort Zone and prefer dying horribly in Hospitals... at least dying comfortably in BED...
*How did you miss the invention of the most important running shoe EVER, in your evolution of running shoes video??? The original NIKE Waffle Trainer??? Rubber waffle sole, foam cushion, blue and yellow????? Ring a bell? I lived through that invention release on my track team in the 70's.
Completely disagree with the shoe one. If your channel is dependent on the sponsorship of running shoe manufacturers, you will have to persuade your audience that they need expensive running shoes. You don't. You need comfortable trainers, and run-specific is helpful, but these can be cheap. I've run half marathons in trainers from Lidl, some people run barefoot, some run marathons in sandals. If they fit and are comfortable, cheap alternatives to Alphaflys will let you enjoy running.
You are wrong. When I did my military service, I was issued with a cheap pair of trainers. It hurt my knees like hell. The pain disappeared as soon as I started using my own, more expensive trainers. Quality trainers are more expensive for a reason.
I think you’re missing the point, he said “if you want to make running your lifestyle” then you should invest in the correct pair of trainers. Not sure how you can disagree with that statement? Everyone has different shaped feet with styles of foot placements- it’s important to accommodate those differences for the benefit of your health and continuing with running as a lifestyle.
Did you watch the video? He never said you need to buy alphaflys. But if you want to make running part of your lifestyle, you should invest in a pair of running shoes. Only makes sense you invest in the right tools. Sure, some people run barefoot, some people wear scandals. So? Some people also smoke before/during their marathon, doesn’t make it is good.
Are there any mistakes we missed off our list? Let us know 🤔
Running a marathon without a LOT of consultation, planning, training and preparation.
I made the mistake 15 years ago. I figured, if 20km are easy and 35km are a little harder, how bad will 42km be... in sunny 32°C humid weather and only dextrose for energy. I did it, but the last 2km were torture and I couldn't walk without pain for almost 2 weeks. What I found is, that nothing really prepares you for a marathon, execpt a marathon. At least mentally.
“Get your kit on” is great advice. It’s so much easier to motivate yourself for a run when you’re dressed for it. 😅
Good timing, started running 5 weeks ago.
Worst thing so far is knees from lack of glute strength.
#1 Too much too soon. YES
#2 Cheap shoes. YES Went and got properly fitted and bought some Gaviota 5's after my knee issues.
#3 Making every run faster. GUILTY!
#4 Eating and drinking the wrong things before a run. I don't hydrate enough and don't eat properly atm.
#5 Wrong clothing. PASS I'm finally doing something right.
#6 Lack of variety. I do the same route at the same time at the same pace. OMG!!
#7 Not listening to your body. At least I do this. When my knees started hurting I had to take a break to recover.
I bought good shoes a few days later and went got some professional help with my aches and pains.
This sport is getting expensive but it's something I'm really enjoying and trying to learn all I can.
Expensive is relative. At least you don't need to buy a $100 lock so nobody steals your legs.
If you can afford, get a Garmin Watch that supports the Garmin Coach feature (most of them do).
It will get you sorted for numbers 1, 3, 6 and 7.
It is really fantastic, search for some videos about it.
About number 2, go to a store where they have those tests to find you the best shoes.
After a few months you'll learn more and pick them yourself, but for the first pair, it's really worth doing this.
I've done all of them plus walked when I could have run, hobbled around on a hip and knee niggle, not replacing shoes in due time, and fearing the opinions of those around me. Starting is hard, but when you start seeing gains, that makes it worth a lot.
I did a few of these. The main one being too much too soon.
I just enjoyed it so much!!!
Was quite the surprise for everyone, because I'm rather exercise adverse.
Anyhow, borderline injury niggle recovered, then tweeted my calf at work, then came down with a virus.
Going from the great feeling of runs, to being sore and ill and miserable, is quite the flip!
As soon as I'm well enough, I will be back out, doing way less to start with with.
Lesson learned. A short n sweet run is farcbetter better than none!
Great advice. Even a small injury can set your progress back 6 months
Put your kit on is great advice, definitely the difference between; I'm not sure and I'm ready to go.
3:55 first laugh of the day, thanks! :D
Would love a video on how to get back into training after injury / illness etc. Especially for beginners it might be really helpful!
I started running a little over a year ago, managed to pretty much remain injury-free, but recently had to take a few weeks off due to low blood pressure. Trying to take it easy, staying below my MAF heart rate for the most part, but some more advice will be much appreciated!
not often are such videos so true. I got every Tipp in this video in my first Year of running as well and every one helped so much. Thanks for the video. Hopefully its helps me getting my friends into running as well.
I am certainly guilty of many of these. I've got 3 pair of good shoes that I rotate through(also helps with injury prevention), I run varied locations and distances, but I am completely guilty of too much too soon. I went from pushing myself through a 5k to running 3-4 times a week anywhere between 4-6 miles and I'm already up to 7-8 miles just a couple weeks later, way more than the 10% rule. As a result I have some knee pain. I have a medical procedure coming up where I will be forced to take 2 weeks off. Hopefully that will give me enough rest to come back strong.
No 7 is the best tip I need!
Add that running without a device such as a smart watch or headphones. Running au natural (please use clothing) can connect you with your elements and clear the mind. Not everything needs to be put on Strava. Your body will know.
well i failed at the first one. It had only been 3 months since I started training for my first Ironman 70.3 and already got the shin splints and possible stress fracture as well. Hoping for a fast recovery
I just started running and I lean forward immensely... It's even worse when I get tired. I feel like I'm the left side of a very low triangle. Is this wrong, and if yes, why? And more importantly, how could I fix this? Keep in mind that I haven't done sports in 5 years or so and am a true beginner when it comes to running.
James Dunn Perfect running form @10.00/ mile video
#coachescorner
Loved this vid and very timely too.
I've booked on to my first triathlon ( super sprint ) in August for a 51st birthday present to myself. The running bit worries me the most.
My arch has collapsed in my right foot and I also have arthritis in my toes. Up until six months ago I had difficulty walking.
Do you guys have any advice on building up slowly I.e strengthing the muscles and tendons of that area?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
FACTS!
What needs to be looked after?
Made all of em
Getting caught up in Zone 2 and forgetting other Zones..
5/7 for me :)
3:17 I almost made that one 😅
I started way too fast. Now I have knee pain 😢
Hip what?
... as a German Biologist -
The Biggest Mis Take
is
to never ever START anything
no matter how BAD you do it
get Started
we defend our lethal Comfort Zone
and prefer dying horribly in Hospitals...
at least dying comfortably in BED...
You mean I can't wear my tux anymore? 😢🤣
Cremin Drive
*How did you miss the invention of the most important running shoe EVER, in your evolution of running shoes video??? The original NIKE Waffle Trainer??? Rubber waffle sole, foam cushion, blue and yellow????? Ring a bell? I lived through that invention release on my track team in the 70's.
Completely disagree with the shoe one. If your channel is dependent on the sponsorship of running shoe manufacturers, you will have to persuade your audience that they need expensive running shoes. You don't. You need comfortable trainers, and run-specific is helpful, but these can be cheap. I've run half marathons in trainers from Lidl, some people run barefoot, some run marathons in sandals. If they fit and are comfortable, cheap alternatives to Alphaflys will let you enjoy running.
You might need more time to recover though if you run in poor quality non-running specific shoes...
You are wrong. When I did my military service, I was issued with a cheap pair of trainers. It hurt my knees like hell. The pain disappeared as soon as I started using my own, more expensive trainers. Quality trainers are more expensive for a reason.
He said you can use old or cheap shoes. And you don't have to buy a $200 pair. But a good pair of shoes will help.
I think you’re missing the point, he said “if you want to make running your lifestyle” then you should invest in the correct pair of trainers. Not sure how you can disagree with that statement? Everyone has different shaped feet with styles of foot placements- it’s important to accommodate those differences for the benefit of your health and continuing with running as a lifestyle.
Did you watch the video? He never said you need to buy alphaflys. But if you want to make running part of your lifestyle, you should invest in a pair of running shoes. Only makes sense you invest in the right tools. Sure, some people run barefoot, some people wear scandals. So? Some people also smoke before/during their marathon, doesn’t make it is good.
Lol are you South African