One of the apps I have started an ASICS Pace Academy Challenge, which has six workouts to help increase speed. I did the first one today, which was surges. As usual, I started out too fast, even though it has paces for each chunk. One problem I had is that my Garmin seemed to be very off, and at times the pace the app was giving me and the pace my watch was giving me were up to three minutes off. But that’s ok, because I needed this. It has 30 second surges, and there are some things going on that are just wear out/down (can both happen?!). I ended up not sticking to the pace it told me for these and just let loose, which meant my last ones were pretty ahhh. But I enjoyed this run, even if it was “only” two miles. And THAT is what I’m out there for!
Hi CC fam! So it’s been a long while for me on here. I had a bad bout of pneumonia for a long spell but now i am recovered and a few pounds heavier so I thought I’d give running a try. Typically, I do Stairmaster for 45 mins so I didn’t think this would be too difficult a transition.
What a disaster! It was the most awkward failure lol. I went out on a trail that follows the riverbed, all pavement but my knees just wouldn’t lift up off the ground! I felt off balance and awkward so I mostly walked.
For someone who used to run the 100/300 in high school, that was such an odd feeling of disjointedness. And everything jiggled and felt rattled lol. Tell me this gets easier
It does get easier! Because it can’t get harder, right? You can’t possibly expect, after all you have gone through, to just go out and do what you used to. I would just start slow, don’t feel discouraged and upset. Just do what you can do at a comfortable pace. Start with walking at whatever pace is comfortable for you, and as it starts getting easier, go a little faster, and then faster. But if you’re doing something so hard on your body that you might injure yourself or make you feel bad, slow down. And maybe go out with someone else, just as a safety measure. Or at least have your cellphone.
Just one step at a time. Make it pleasant, not miserable. #:-S
To add, I’m glad you are now well, SalveMater! I have known a number of people who have died from pneumonia. It can be such a tough disease to recover from. I think at this point, I’d just be happy I’m still standing.
I was in a funk yesterday and didn’t want to run when I got home from work, so I didn’t - even though it was a beautiful day. And now the rain is back today, but I’m hoping to be able to get a 3-4 mile run in tonight with the running club.
SalveMater - I second busdriver’s advice. You need to start slow. Have you looked into the Couch to 5K program? It’s a great program that incorporates walking and slowly builds up running. It’s really good for making you start slow and gradually transition into running longer stretches - helps avoid injury for new or returning runners. And I really remember that feeling of everything jiggling!
Thanks for the feedback. Yes it was only walking pneumonia but dang if I didn’t feel miserable for a solid ten weeks!
I have been walking daily 30 mins for several weeks but running was so awful. Knees wouldn’t come up and my chest bounced so much that I had to use my arms up at my sides. So i ended up looking like a dinosaur running with little arms. Haha.
C3B you just reminded me that I have done the couch to 5k when I ran the Carlsbad 5k. I ran both races, so 10k and couldn’t move for a week : /
I have terrible sciatica which never bothers me from walking but oh boy it’s on fire now. Doesn’t help that I’ve been lifting my aged pug a lot lately.
Maybe an extra 40 lbs isn’t all that bad lol. Thick is in right? Lol
I’ll be reading through the thread slowly to catch up and make sure I don’t miss any great advice.
My sincere condolences to you @FallGirl, lost my dad at 60, miss him every day. {{hugs}}
@FallGirl a little late to the party I’ve been out of town and off line…what a wonderful accomplishment for you - wow! The blisters will heal but your mind and heart will carry those memories of what you did.
@SalveMater – I’ve had pneumonia three times and all three times it took MONTHS to be back to “normal”. I second the suggestion of a walk-run program like Couch to 5K. For me, I did some weeks multiple times, until they felt pleasurable, rather than a slog. Good luck and keep us posted.
@busdriver11 any suggestions on sports bras? Obviously, the ones I’m using don’t hold up (no pun intended) well to jogging. This may be TMI, but, I finally got put on bioidenticals and now my chest parts are incredibly sore, the jogging is totally painful now for two more reasons : |
Look specifically for bras that “support” high intensity activity. You can spend a lot of $$ - or you can find something more reasonable, BUT at least go on some websites and look at high intensity sport bras so you can see the typical features…like a sturdy racerback - good coverage in front, supportive shoulders - none of that skinny strap stuff!
I’m not supporting (why do I keep using that word on a bra thread?!) any or all of these in particular but this gives you a wide view of styles - look for some commonalities.
@abasket thanks! I’ll take a look at these, lots of research there. As a tip, my daughter who plays lacrosse told me that some of the girls wear two sports bras to get the support. That might be an option for now. That would really restrict movement methinks.
Tata Tamer and Shock Absorber lol. These names are hilarious. I will order a couple and see which one works out, hope these sites have a reasonable return policy. Thanks all!
The bioidenticals are terrific! Panicky-aggression hotflashes and insomnia-fatigue gone! No weight loss but that’s ok. The only horrible side effect is the soreness up top. Makes jogging even more painful. The Tamer looks like they’ll secure everything nicely though!
