The running thread

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:08 pm

So I have discovered I like to run recently. Which is actually kinda weird as I thought I hated it for the last ten years, but it turned out that I had actually been having dreams about running slowly which I was confusing with reality. True story.

Anyway, where do people run? I do Yarra Bend, but am on the lookout for more places.

Your thoughts?

aroes · Post by **aroes** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:12 pm

running rules.......cheapest way to keep fit, all you need is some shoes and a pair of shorts

i run 5km 3-6 times p/w. the same circuit every time, in dandenong. those crazy streets

mecka · Post by **mecka** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:19 pm

It's pretty useful. I would miss trams all the time if I couldn't run.

almax · Post by **almax** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:38 pm

aroes wrote: i run 5km 3-6 times p/w. the same circuit every time, in dandenong. those crazy streets

is that planned, or do you just get mugged on your way home from work?

aroes · Post by **aroes** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:40 pm

bahahahahaha

ghetto kitty · Post by **ghetto kitty** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:41 pm

I run. but I has metal ankle so not on roads.

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:45 pm

I don't really like running on streets, too much stop / start and car nuisance.

mrj · Post by **mrj** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:45 pm

I've started running a lot more over the past year and a half. Had to stop late last year due to back injury but am about to start again this week (tomorrow actually).

I sometimes cheat quite a bit and just do treadmill action, and this prolly will be the case again in the short term so I don't immediately re-injure my back - Id much rather wait 3-4 months and THEN re-injure it. LOL.

For outside running I usually do princess park.

For all the runners out there who also own a first gen 1 gig Ipod, I just bought a pair of these and they are easily the maddest running headphones in the world.

http://www.monstercable.com/productdisplay.asp?pin=4449

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:49 pm

Ooooh. Princess park eh.

I don't really like running with music. One of the reasons I like it so much is that it is good thinking time.

Also I always piss myself off by trying to sync my feet up to the drums when running, which annoys me no end.

almax · Post by **almax** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:50 pm

JAMESSSS wrote:Ooooh. Princess park eh.

I don't really like running with music. One of the reasons I like it so much is that it is good thinking time.

Also I always piss myself off by trying to sync my feet up to the drums when running, which annoys me no end.

do you try not to step on the cracks in the pavement too? one step in each bit o pavement, then big leap in driveway ones lol

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 1:53 pm

Well I don't want to marry a rat!

mrj · Post by **mrj** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 2:06 pm

lol James

Post by **fooishbar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 2:32 pm

where in yarra bend do you run & how long is it?

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 2:52 pm

Last night I ran from our house (near your old house) over to Wellington, up to Gipps, across to the river, across the bridge, up the hill, up past the motorway turnoff, through the tunnel, down toward the Boat House, across the bridge, up past the cricket ground and gold course, follow the river to Dights Falls then keep going up to Heidelberg road, come back to Dights Falls on the other side of the river then round Collingwood Children's Farm and back to to the bridge off the end of Gipps St then home via the same route.

Just shy of 15km I think?

I normally do about 10 though, which is the same minus the Heidelberg road bit.

deviant · Post by **deviant** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:08 pm

how long does 10km take you? roughly?

quiet roar · Post by **quiet roar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:11 pm

Impressive Jamesss! I don't think I would make 400 metres before having to stop and walk.

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:16 pm

50 mins or something Dan?

We don't go all out, just cruise.

Lil MiSbreaks · Post by **Lil MiSbreaks** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:29 pm

mrj wrote: For all the runners out there who also own a first gen 1 gig Ipod, I just bought a pair of these and they are easily the maddest running headphones in the world. http://www.monstercable.com/productdisplay.asp?pin=4449

Oh YEAH!! And totally ARE the coolest headphones ever!

I want.....

youthful_implants · Post by **youthful_implants** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:39 pm

I want to start running.

And swinging.

Both definitely on the agenda.

Lil MiSbreaks · Post by **Lil MiSbreaks** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:47 pm

I asked my chiro the other day if he ran and his reply:

I know better.....

deviant · Post by **deviant** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:56 pm

swimming ftw imo

ghetto kitty · Post by **ghetto kitty** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:02 pm

however i was told by my osteo that i am not allowed to do breaststroke anymore as its fucking my neck up.
some days i was almost doing a km.

so, freestyle or bust it seems.

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:10 pm

We will have no talk of running being bad until I break myself or get over this fad.

almax · Post by **almax** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:12 pm

i seem to get shin splints when i run, whats the preventative measure for this?

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:13 pm

No you don't, you are fine.

ghetto kitty · Post by **ghetto kitty** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:16 pm

run faster!

retzie · Post by **retzie** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:18 pm

I also used to hate running, but I think that was from always being forced to run laps. It is now my exercise of choice

In Melbs, I used to run around Princes Park. It got a bit boring just doing laps, but it was convenient, not concrete and pretty safe to do at night. I once had a plan to do the Capital City Trail (which it sounds like you're doing a chunk of now) - I think the whole thing is in the region of 20km, so you wouldn't be far off it.

If you don't do major increases, there's no reason to expect injuries. I think it's something like a maximum 10% increase per week. If there is anything bothering you at all, though, the answer is usually to head to a podiatrist.

For all your running-nerd needs, check out http://www.coolrunning.com.au

deviant wrote:how long does 10km take you? roughly?

Takes me about an hour :slow:

Lil MiSbreaks · Post by **Lil MiSbreaks** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:32 pm

almax wrote:i seem to get shin splints when i run, whats the preventative measure for this?

Same, how much do they hurt. Wish i had mine from too much running!! sif.

There are things you can do for em tho Al, stretching for starters is the most important thing. If you stretch properly, have a proper pair of running shoes (like New Balance or Asics) and run on the ground and grass (not concrete) i think you can be ok.

@ James.

Direkt · Post by **Direkt** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:39 pm

almax wrote:i seem to get shin splints when i run, whats the preventative measure for this?

Sounds like you're doing too much dorsiflexion (?). Bringing toes up towards the shin.

I like to run too, not as much as I used to - coz I'm a little unfit. But I've been doing 5kms 2-3 times per week for the past few months trying to get my cardio back up.

I'm planning to start swimming again also. I used to swim HEAPS... like 10+ sessions per week... back in the days when I was a fit young whipper-snapper.

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:42 pm

Swimming is also good although last time I went I couldn't see for 6 hours.

Which is bizarre as I used to swim heaps. I think maybe there was heaps of pollen in the pool and that combined with the chlorine made them spazz out.

Non-Pro tip: NEVER EVER EVER EVER use anti histamine eye drops in eyes which have been exposed to chlorine recently.

Amick · Post by **Amick** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 5:00 pm

Not a fan of running, would rather achieve something whilst running like scoring points to win a game. eg. b'ball.

Running on a track for fitness kinda reminds me of driving in cruise control. Maybe some people enjoy cruise control? Meh...

mrj · Post by **mrj** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 5:32 pm

yeh i hear ya on that, but i think that's why running is good, because it's undemanding on your brain and attention, so it gives your mind a lot of space to think about stuff you don't normally. That's why i like it because it lets me process a whole bunch of stuff that i didn't get time to think about, and that combined with the general endorphin effect means that it's probably the best exercise for stress release that I have found. Afterwards my mind is always clear and quiet, which is a nice feeling and one that is all too rare.

almax · Post by **almax** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 5:37 pm

Amick wrote:Not a fan of running, would rather achieve something whilst running like scoring points to win a game. eg. b'ball.

Running on a track for fitness kinda reminds me of driving in cruise control. Maybe some people enjoy cruise control? Meh...

i will run, swim and go to the gym, but its generally to achieve a greater level of fitness so i can perform better in my sporting activities (B'ball and kiteboarding)

Hardy · Post by **Hardy** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 5:58 pm

Running is for faggots.

retzie · Post by **retzie** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 6:17 pm

mrj wrote:That's why i like it because it lets me process a whole bunch of stuff that i didn't get time to think about, and that combined with the general endorphin effect means that it's probably the best exercise for stress release that I have found.

What got me through the last of my stupid phd, let me show you. Mind you, it ended up with me running a lot more than I probably should have

When I was supposed to be running for sport fitness, I fucken hated it, avoided it and did it badly. Once it became a means unto itself, everything changed completely. It is not a 'sport' mindset - I actually find it very meditative/relaxing (once you get your fitness up a bit). I can actually think effectively about maths research stuff while running, but the physical exertion keeps the chatter down (which I find, say, a bike ride doesn't). That's not to say it's everyone's bag - it's just not necessarily what you'd think.

C.I.A. · Post by **C.I.A.** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 6:45 pm

JAMESSSS wrote:So I have discovered I like to run recently. Which is actually kinda weird as I thought I hated it for the last ten years, but it turned out that I had actually been having dreams about running slowly which I was confusing with reality. True story.

Anyway, where do people run? I do Yarra Bend, but am on the lookout for more places.

Your thoughts?

The Tan is W1N, Princess Park is ok but is kinda boring (especially if you work up to doing 3 laps (9-10 km)) and the beachside path from brighton to Black Rock is quite lovely... you just have to look out for cyclists who will try very hard to run you over. Perhaps take a pre-recorded message and a megaphone so that you can yell things at their retreating backs like 'you have a hole in your shorts! I can see an asshole' or 'the road is that black thing with the cars on it; get off the footpath you fucking spandex-loving retard'.

I'm swapping running for snowboarding because, to be honest, snowboarding is more fun than running. Oh, did I mention I'm moving to Whistler with Theo in a few months?

Post by **fooishbar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 6:47 pm

i hate princes park runners because they're always millions of them out when you're hung over at 3pm trying to get to 7-11 for a coke and a sausage roll. smug fuckers.

Post by **fooishbar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 6:52 pm

mrj wrote:yeh i hear ya on that, but i think that's why running is good, because it's undemanding on your brain and attention, so it gives your mind a lot of space to think about stuff you don't normally. That's why i like it because it lets me process a whole bunch of stuff that i didn't get time to think about, and that combined with the general endorphin effect means that it's probably the best exercise for stress release that I have found. Afterwards my mind is always clear and quiet, which is a nice feeling and one that is all too rare.

word. i always try to find something i've not listened to before/in ages (i.e. not dubstep) to listen to if i take earphones, 'tis quite nice. 3 laps around princes park is 9km which isn't bad, but i'll try adding a bit of royal park or up the bike trail along park st or something for a bit of variety i think. used to do 10km in about 45min or thereabouts, but now i can barely run to the supermarket, haha.

nic · Post by **nic** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 7:03 pm

fooishbar wrote:
mrj wrote:yeh i hear ya on that, but i think that's why running is good, because it's undemanding on your brain and attention, so it gives your mind a lot of space to think about stuff you don't normally. That's why i like it because it lets me process a whole bunch of stuff that i didn't get time to think about, and that combined with the general endorphin effect means that it's probably the best exercise for stress release that I have found. Afterwards my mind is always clear and quiet, which is a nice feeling and one that is all too rare.
word. i always try to find something i've not listened to before/in ages (i.e. not dubstep) to listen to if i take earphones, 'tis quite nice. 3 laps around princes park is 9km which isn't bad, but i'll try adding a bit of royal park or up the bike trail along park st or something for a bit of variety i think. used to do 10km in about 45min or thereabouts, but now i can barely run to the supermarket, haha.

Post by **fooishbar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 8:37 pm

nic wrote:
fooishbar wrote:
mrj wrote:yeh i hear ya on that, but i think that's why running is good, because it's undemanding on your brain and attention, so it gives your mind a lot of space to think about stuff you don't normally. That's why i like it because it lets me process a whole bunch of stuff that i didn't get time to think about, and that combined with the general endorphin effect means that it's probably the best exercise for stress release that I have found. Afterwards my mind is always clear and quiet, which is a nice feeling and one that is all too rare.
word. i always try to find something i've not listened to before/in ages (i.e. not dubstep) to listen to if i take earphones, 'tis quite nice. 3 laps around princes park is 9km which isn't bad, but i'll try adding a bit of royal park or up the bike trail along park st or something for a bit of variety i think. used to do 10km in about 45min or thereabouts, but now i can barely run to the supermarket, haha.

it's ok, i meant juke.

nic · Post by **nic** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 8:39 pm

double

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Post by **fooishbar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 8:43 pm

speaking of, fwd/numbers if plastic people reopen soon? will be deyah in a couple of weeks.

FliP · Post by **FliP** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 10:01 pm

running is for suckers.

shepherd · Post by **shepherd** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 10:12 pm

really enjoy running - was doing 10k 3-4x a week but pulled right back towards end of last year. find i do it in spurts ... 3 or 4 months then i go back to gym ... get bored of that then move back to cardio.

swimming is also great but a pain in the ass in summer as the pools get crowded. much better in winter for lappage. a good 2k in an hour is a great workout and low impact too.

youthful_implants · Post by **youthful_implants** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 10:50 pm

fooishbar wrote:speaking of, fwd/numbers if plastic people reopen soon? will be deyah in a couple of weeks.

cereal? get there, its legendary soundsystem is phat as.

Post by **fooishbar** » Mon Jan 18, 2010 11:13 pm

youthful_implants wrote:
fooishbar wrote:speaking of, fwd/numbers if plastic people reopen soon? will be deyah in a couple of weeks.
cereal? get there, its legendary soundsystem is phat as.

yeah, have spent many a night in there ... calling someone so they pull their phone out which lights em up enough to see where they are, haha. love it.

nic · Post by **nic** » Tue Jan 19, 2010 1:28 am

yeh plasticpeople has excellent sound, my fave venue. fwd been closed for last month though
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sorry for rave talk in ur running/poofta fitness thread james.

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Tue Jan 19, 2010 12:37 pm

i'd love to be able to run. knee will not take it. can do 15 mins max on treadmill.

and btw the parkville park is a willie, not a winkie

Post by **JAMESSSS** » Tue Jan 19, 2010 12:43 pm

nic running lets you rave harder.

mixtress · Post by **mixtress** » Tue Jan 19, 2010 12:46 pm

same Gnat, high school knee injury prevents any serious pounding of the pavement. I started walking about a year ago and slowly slowly I'm working my way into jogging. But I want to be able to run in case I need to. If someone chases me down a dark alley I don't want them winning.