Im fairly healthy and dont get taken down by much but have been completely sidelined last 3 days with a stomach bug and it sucks. I try to set weekly mileage streaks and its either going to be a rough weekend or a whiff.

But got me thinking about y'all with like 365+ day streaks or w/e and do you just go out for a miserable km to bag it, or just never get ill?

I finally broke sub 25! The cooler weather and no longer being in a calorie deficit have been game changers. My maintenance is 237 calories higher (3,071) than when I started the cut, when I was 12lbs heavier and took up running. Unfortunately, my watch messed up my heart rate in the last 2 miles.

Started running in march loosely following 80/20. 20 mpw. In may i got a 2:15 half and in august a 2:07 half. Mid august i just started running two 10 mile runs a week in an attempt to not feel burnt out. No structured plans or anything. My max hr is 200 and i spend most my run at 160-165 then push myself the last 1.5 miles. Yesterday i decided to see if it did anything shattered my pr with a 1:56 time. So those 2 runs a week definitely did something. I was surprised

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Hey!

Lately ive been thinking about starting to run, watched some tutorials and tips, but still i am not capable of starting, and I would like to hear some advice if possible!

I am still in school, mostly from 7:35-14:00 and by the time i get home (15:00) i am completely drained, i dont have the energy to do anything. (This week i was waiting in my bed before going somewhere, and i ended up falling asleep for 3 hours, i am literally exhausted)

Most days i even have tutoring, and that with the school is a double kill for my energy and time

And even if i "sleep it off" by the time i wake up its dark (and cold) outside, and since nobody is willing to come with me, I would be forced to go alone, and as a woman i am scared of going alone.

(Especially when i am this untrained, the last time i ran was to catch the bus😅)

I also dont know what to do about the cold.

-How do i not get sick?

-What can i do if the cold air hurts?

-What do yall do when you cannot keep your eyes open (literally) but still go for a run?

-How do yall motivate yourselves to do that? -What helps for you?

-Do yall have tips for a beginner like me?

Thank you, i hope yall have a nice day!🫶

I experienced a groin injury at the end of August for the first time, and stopped running for 6 weeks to allow for rest and recovery? The diagnosis was confirmed by a physiotherapist and I only returned to running when they advised it was ok to do so

I’m definitely better than 6 weeks ago and resting has helped, along with some basic exercises and movement

But I still experience some minor pain during runs and between runs which is really frustrating. Since resuming running, I’ve only done easy runs and low mileage, but it’s putting me off quickening my pace and upping my mileage

Out of interest, how have people handled groin injuries? A lot of people at run club are content just nursing it whilst running - but I’m really not liking running with a niggle and (mild) pain between runs… and equally I don’t like not running 🤦🏼‍♂️😂

Day 2:15.10.2026

Using apple. Local in NWA.

I am training for my 6th marathon (historically bonk - PR 3:44). I am attempting a BQ (31, F), shooting for 3:18. I’m 5 weeks out from my race. I average 1-2 (more often 2) speed sessions per week, 55-60 mpw, and all of my long runs have included marathon pace. I’ve completed 2 20 mile runs and have a 3rd this weekend, racing a half next, peak with a 22 miler, then go into taper. That said. My long run last weekend was 20 miles (5 easy, 10 at goal pace, 5 easy). Can someone tell me if I’m on track?

12km run to St Cyrus beach with the climb to the viewing area at the end. Really tests the legs 😂

I’m thinking about signing up for a 5k this weekend to find my max HR so I can set correct heart rate zones on my watch and Strava. Anyone else use a race to find their max HR? I’m sure a sports lab would be more accurate but I don’t have $$ for that 😂 I’m thinking an all out effort at a 5k will do?! Lmk thoughts!

One thing about having an office job is that you need to find ways to expel the energy

Hello everyone. I'm ending my last week of training before heading into a 2-week taper for my second half marathon.

I ran my first HM this May with a time of 1:59:13 (5:39/km pace) with basically only 1 week of 30km and the week before of 33km since I had school before and it was quite hard to find time for training. This HM was very difficult for me, and my average HR was 180bpm.

This summer, I had way more time to invest into training, and am expecting a big jump between my past HM time and my next HM time since I'm at the beginning of my more-invested running journey, and I'm expecting progress to be quicker.

I've attached 2 recent workouts
- Tempo run of 40 minutes at 4:57/km pace and HR 177bpm
- Long Run of 24.22 km at 5:33/km moving pace/ 6:12/km elapsed pace at 164bpm

that I think more accurately reflect my current level of fitness, and I wanted to ask for the community's advice on how I should set my pace goal for the next HM.

For a bit more background, I did an 18 week plan, but had 4 weeks total where my mileage was only ~20-25km/week due to being sick/vacation/injury. My last 4 weeks were 47k/48k/47k/53k, this week planning to run probably ~50k.

I definitely think sub 1:50 is within reach, but my question is whether I should be running with the 1:45 pacer (as that is kind of my dream goal), or is that going to be a rough time.

Thank you!

I was just minding my own business on my 11 mile trail run last week, when all of the sudden I happened upon the very woods where Benedict Arnold and British Major John Andre plotted the surrender of the American fortress at West Point.

Pretty cool stuff. I nerded out over this. The run was awesome, and I learned some history.

I just bought the aw ultra 3 on sale from Costco, having been a long-term Garmin user (Garmin Fenix 6S pro). I was not impressed. Sorry for the long post but I need something to re-read if in the future I’m considering the AWU again.

TLDR Going to return the Ultra and go back to old reliable.

I didn’t have a cellular plan for the ultra so i carried my phone anyways on runs for the camera (for the Strava posts), for emergency calls, and Spotify. I used a cheap Amazon running belt so it was not inconvenient to carry my large phone (iPhone pro max 17).

I wanted to like the ultra but it did not make it a seamless transition. My initial motivation for getting the ultra stemmed from me feeling like I was missing out. The Garmin is starting to show its age, making lots to be desired. The Ultra offered a newer Bluetooth chip, meaning my phone would not disconnect from my watch as easily with distance. The multitude of apps seemed promising. Maybe I can finally be less glued to my phone. Maybe Siri on my wrist would make my life easier. Maybe Apple Wallet meant I can drive my car without taking my phone out of my pocket. Finally, nicer watch bands. But the grass is not always greener on the other side.

First, the battery had to be charged after 3 days. Running 2x in those 3 days really killed it. I’m not used to and dislike having to take off my watch to “top it off”. With my Garmin, I would charge it once every 2 weeks with 3-6 runs and there would be no problems.

Second, the Ultra OS is very cluttered. Starting runs is not as easy as 4 presses of the same button to start monitoring. It’s hidden behind layers of the workout app that makes operating while already starting to run tedious. In hindsight, a Strava complication could have been more useful.

Side note, in a poor attempt to be like a phone, why is every function compartmentalized? Why is the clock app separated into 3 separate apps? Why are vitals separated from o2 sats, HR, ECG? Despite me deleting everything I could for the sake of simplicity and access, it still felt very cluttered. Having to scroll or press through too many hurdles makes it feel less of a watch.

Third, the current running data is not as easily readable. I’m not sure if it is the displays or my eyes. But the heart rate and pace are all the same font, cluttered with other data points that make distinction while running not as fun.

In the workout app, I can decide what metric to display but despite having the much larger screen, the Ultra makes data less discernible. Strava’s app does not allow customization and its font sizes did not make it any better. Contrasting w the Garmin, the heart rate is prominently placed at the top in a larger font for zone 2 training. Its simple MIPS display is easier to read in the sunlight while also showing what I need to see: Total distance, time spent running and current pace.

I also ran with both watches at the same time during testing. Both watches reported similar data at the end of the runs. One thing stood out, Apple’s HR seemed to lag behind Garmin’s for a bit before it eventually caught up.

Fourth, despite being set to the “prominent” vibration setting, notifications on the Ultra are much more feeble. On the other hand, every mile the Garmin vibrates with clear tactile feedback.

Fifth, passive monitoring sucks. Heart rate isn’t always on like with the Garmin. It’s checked infrequently, quite literally 3 mins ago. I know the Ultra 4 is supposedly better at this, but that is not worth hundreds of dollars more for.

Steps are another important metric I would like easy access to. I want to know if I made it to 10,000 for the day. Instead, Apple focuses on its meaningless fitness rings. Active calories from moving, Exercise minutes, and Standing. I understand it’s geared for a different audience but its lack of customization makes it useless to me.

Sixth, the watch faces are all too much. I just want a simple display of time and date with easy access to data and workouts. In order to achieve this on Apple Watch, I would have to sacrifice my want of a simple screen for simplicity in function by adding more complications to the watch face. The action button didn’t make it any easier.

Seventh, Apple wallet didn’t work with my car despite multiple attempts. From Pairing to unpairing. Restarting the watch. Trying different times of the day. I was only successful once in unlocking my car and once in starting my car. It was my last straw.

Finally, it’s bigger and heavier. Enough said. I already have a big phone. Running with another big screen seemed redundant.

SORRY FOR THE FEET PHOTOS

Finally back to my normal running after a month of taking it easy.
Tripped while walking down stairs at home at 11pm the night before running a half marathon. Was painful but did not think much of it, went to bed, woke up still sore but I felt it was too late to pull out of the race now. It is one of the biggest half marathons in the world and I waited for years to get the ballot so I really did not want to miss it. I kept telling my boyfriend I had a bad feeling but he probably thought I was just whining. Finished with a time of 2h 14min which is probably my slowest half marathon but with 60k runners, I could not really go any faster anyway. We got home, I took off my socks to find out my toe is completely black/purple. Went to the hospital the same night, got an X ray done and found out it was indeed broken the whole time. Nothing serious but would explain a lot lol. The nurses were so lovely, they all hyped me up and said I did so well. I fully expected them to tell me I am an idiot for doing it.

Moral of the story is, do not underestimate the power of the mind when it comes to running I guess.

Does this happen to anyone else? Do you just force yourself to get back to your routine, or ease back into it?

I just got over being sick for a whole week. My whole body was just aching, and old injuries that I thought were healed flared up again. I ran once when I was feeling mostly better, and I skipped my next regular run 2 days later because I just wasn't feeling great. Today is supposed to be my next run, but it's cold and rainy, and my body still feels like it's working too hard just to carry me around during the day. I don't want to get sick again.

I just feel so guilty for skipping runs. I miss running, but I miss running when it doesn't feel like I'm barely holding myself upright lol. I've been rubbing regularly for about 3 months now, and I'm starting to get worried that I might peter out over winter, and I really don't want to let that happen.

Ive been seeing Dynafish Xiaonian recommended a lot in running shoes sub lately, so I picked up a pair on vjsneaker for $147.

Just ran my first 1k in them and im really impressed! They have the bouncy feel of the ASICS Megablast with some of the lightweight versatility of the Adidas Evo Sl. Super fun to run in so far. Too early to judge durability, but im looking forward to putting more miles on them.

By 250 m I meant a continuous 250 m run, btw.

I'm an average swimmer, and I would say I'm a good cyclist. The thing is, these two sports were challenging, but they weren't as painful as running! I wanna become a triathlete one day, so I have no choice but to face running.

Am I running wrong? Is this even normal for a beginner? It just burn my core and legs so bad

Some weeks my schedule is all over the place and running falls apart. how do you keep consistency?