bushido_man96 Posted November 10, 2006 Share Posted November 10, 2006 Thanks, Sohan. Maybe I will try a little more distance, then. The only bad thing about distance running is that I have always just dreaded it. I think I run about a 15 minute mile! I am slow; not very aeordynamic! https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sohan Posted November 10, 2006 Author Share Posted November 10, 2006 Thanks, Sohan. Maybe I will try a little more distance, then. The only bad thing about distance running is that I have always just dreaded it. I think I run about a 15 minute mile! I am slow; not very aeordynamic!Don't go at exactly the same pace for the whole run. Increase your pace slightly at times, and at others just try to get in a groove or rhythm. Just make sure the overall pace on your runs is conversational; that is to say you should be able to carry on a conversation with a partner (if not, you're going too fast overall).I understand that running will be a challenge for you. It is for most people over 200 lbs---that's why they offer a "Clydesdale" division in many road races. Keep at it and think positive and it WILL get easier.With respect,Sohan "If I cannot become one of extraordinary accomplishment, I will not walk the earth." Zen Master Nakahara Nantenbo"A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action." Samuarai maxim"Knowing others is wisdom; knowing yourself is Enlightenment." Lao-Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted November 10, 2006 Share Posted November 10, 2006 ......that's why they offer a "Clydesdale" division in many road races. With respect,Sohan That is funny, I have never seen it put like that! I love it! https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chillindan Posted November 21, 2006 Share Posted November 21, 2006 Hey allI run as well. Just started to get back into it after a bit of time off. I am aiming to be ready for the Stafford half marathon at the end of march. I last ran it in 2005 in a time of 1h 42mins. I wanna break 1.40. I have got up to 3 or 4 regular runs of 5 miles so far but that is mainly a time thing rather than a stamina thing, I reckon at the weekend I will go out for a longer run around 8 or 9 miles, but much slower than my 5 mile pace.I love the peace and quiet when I go out for a run and I also like the relaxation. I'm also hoping it will improve my overall fitness for karate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 I used to run a lot, before I started Karate, but I gave up because my leg muscles are so hard and inflexible, and I want to try and build flexility (running shortens your muscles). "They can because they think they can." - School Motto.(Shodan 11th Oct 08) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 I used to run a lot, before I started Karate, but I gave up because my leg muscles are so hard and inflexible, and I want to try and build flexility (running shortens your muscles).Actually, you should keep running and then begin a stretching routine. Running won't shorten the muscles to my knowlede, however, they will be tight, especially if you don't stretch them later. Strength and flexiblity are both equally important, so you should do both if you can. https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 Yes, I keep meaning to get back into it. I did a 5k for fun in the summer and managed it in sub 24 minutes (not having run for a year). But now its November in England, and who wants to run in the cold, rain and dark? But I've always been really lazy at stretching, and now I'm as flexible as an ironing board! "They can because they think they can." - School Motto.(Shodan 11th Oct 08) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chillindan Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 Hey, ive just started my running again, I know what you mean about the dark, but I do prefer to run in the cool winter air. Once your out you know that you will feel great about it!I managed a 52 min 10k in september after not having run for around a year properly. Need to work on my pace a little me thinks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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