dann2707 Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Hey. Basically im wanting to start running perhaps 3 times a week and was wanting some advice on what Id like need with regards to trainers. Im not wanting to spend too much but what sort of trainers would I be looking at getting? Also what type of shorts if there are different styles? Basically if anyone does do running can you givr me some tips? Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrialsIsHard Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Runners won't take you seriously if your shorts are not extremely short and tight.. we're talking below boxer shorts length 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 If your doing road running you will need to spend good money on properly fitted running shoes, best to go to a specialist sports shop. On a treadmill its not SO important, but still you will need some good trainers. As for what you want to wear its up to you! Sometimes I wear trackies and a hoodie, other times ill wear shorts and a vest, depends what you want to do. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted March 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 If your doing road running you will need to spend good money on properly fitted running shoes, best to go to a specialist sports shop. On a treadmill its not SO important, but still you will need some good trainers. As for what you want to wear its up to you! Sometimes I wear trackies and a hoodie, other times ill wear shorts and a vest, depends what you want to do. Yeah it will be mainly around my village/town area. How much money were you thinking around? I tried some running on a treadmill in some like, standard puma white trainers and it started killing after a bit. Cheers man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomm Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 I reckon people get a bit too hung up on spending money on trainers. I mean, running is the most basic sport possible and whilst I get that someone will try and monetise it, you can run in any old pair of trainers, and some old shorts and a T-shirt. But you can buy running jackets, lycra, socks, iPod connections etc - massively unnecessary. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andeee Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 I reckon people get a bit too hung up on spending money on trainers. " All the gear... No idea" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted March 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 No, don't get me wrong. I'm not going to go out and buy some trainers worth £200 or whatever. Was basically wondering what sort of style you'd need for running in. As obviously my trials riding trainers wouldn't exactly be suitable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haydon_peter Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Suitable attire? Definitely a Mankini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewEH1 Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 You should be able to pick up some decent trainers for about £60, avoid shitty sports stores unless you know exactly what shoe you are after. Go to a running shop as they will have someone who will be able to help you to get the best one for you feet. Clothing doesn't matter too much as long as you don't get too hot, or too cold and it doesn't 'ride up'. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onzatrip Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Dan in a mankini!!! I'm all hot and sweaty!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Lololol dwarfkini lolol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Asics do good running shoes, different types depending on what kind of surface you'll be running on and different cushioning depending on the pronation of your foot when it touches the ground. Have a read here, should give you a few good tips on what to look for. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonsieurMonkey Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 I just bought a pair of Karrimor running shoes from sports direct, should have been 60 but they were 30. They're a massive improvement on my previous pair, dunno how good they are in the grand scheme of things. (Gone from pain in the tops of my feet after 5 mins to pretty much unlimited running time up to now, say 30 mins or so.) I've got a pair of New Balance running trackies (They're like parachute pants, but me warm but not sweaty) for the winter and shorts for the summer, add a t-shirt to either of those and I'm good to go. Like Tom said, there's really not much to it, you're moving in the most basic form, and as a beginner running 3 times a week you don't need an amazing pair of shoes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 I reckon people get a bit too hung up on spending money on trainers. I mean, running is the most basic sport possible and whilst I get that someone will try and monetise it, you can run in any old pair of trainers, and some old shorts and a T-shirt. But you can buy running jackets, lycra, socks, iPod connections etc - massively unnecessary. Shoes if your road running are important, you don't need to spend much £30-£70 for a decent pair probably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krisboats Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 you can run in any old pair of trainers, and some old shorts and a T-shirt. But you can buy running jackets, lycra, socks, iPod connections etc - massively unnecessary. While that may be true to an extent, you can also cause yourself repeated injuries if you wear inappropriate footwear for your running style. Everyone runs differently and there are shoes designed to compensate for the different styles of running. We've got a specialist running store here in loughborough (ideal marketplace due to the university sports training camp) and i've only ever heard good things from the people who've been there. They film the way your foot lands on a treadmill with a high speed camera to identify weaknesses in your technique and to find the best suited style of trainers. While i agree with the clothing and ipod accessories part, getting the correct footwear is crucial if you take it up seriously or find you keep encountering the same injuries/aching joints. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1a2bcio8 Posted March 6, 2012 Report Share Posted March 6, 2012 The idea of supination and pronation (running too much to the inside or outside of your foot) requiring compensation in the form of specially designed trainers is a bit dubious. When I worked in a triathlon shop the staff blindly adopted the pitch of the trainer manufacturers about the need. They never seemed to consider that this might be a bad idea. Interestingly, there are studies which, in the first instance, suggest that cheaper trainers are as good or even sometimes better for runners and, in the second instance, that working on your style is far more important to avoiding injury than compensatory shoes which seemingly allow you to maintain a bad style. I guess if you've got a long-term physical problem/injury as opposed just a bad style then they might be important but otherwise I'm not so sure. Regardless of the validity of a technical claim about supporting bad style I've definitely always found a lightweight, breathable and soft cushioned shoe to be preferable for road running. You can easily find this sort of thing for around £50. Running t-shirts, shorts and socks are a worthy investment if you're running long distances or in warm weather. You can get each of them for about £10. Decreases the likelihood of nasty chaffing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted April 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Well I finally got round to go running tonight. Think I managed around 4 and a half miles with about 2 breaks of walking to get my breath back. Would people suggest doing the same route for a while until I can do it easily then extend the miles a bit more? My calfs started killing me so much though, I stretched after warming up so not sure if this is normal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Dunstan Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Don't do to much too soon, or you'll mess up your feet. Lesson learnt, but I won't be running for at least 6 weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.Wood Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 Yeah I found as we're generally pretty fit young bucks you have the ability to overdo it pretty easily, as you don't really feel tired or out of breath but your tendons and muscles arn't used to the different forces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 shoes are covered, my only comment for any of the larger members of the tf community who browse this and think running is a good idea, look up some decent compression shorts these/similar.... if you have any issues with chafing these quickly sort it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 last night and tonight i've been running on roads (spent the last 4 months doing 5k a day on a treadmill, now i'm temporarily gymless) anyway on my 2nd night of running my calves are hurting like f**k, well i say calves, i presume it's tendons cause the pain is below the main bulge of muscle, any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 It's because running on a treadmill is fake, and running on the roads is different. Same rules apply - rest, recuperate, learn lessons. Pain after running is just your body telling you've worked almost hard enough. Almost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 makes no sence, i used to do the same run 2 years ago, what i do on the running machine is far more intense Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted April 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 Is it just me who can't stand running on a treadmill? It realllllly hurts my feet after a while, must be what its made out of ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 makes no sence, i used to do the same run 2 years ago, what i do on the running machine is far more intense I used to take a lot of cocaine 2 years ago. If I spent the off time taking paracetamol, no matter how intensely, I wouldn't expect to still be able to rinse coke in the same way now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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