#running bug

[viralsensationonemillion]

i just saw a Zooming Luckbug in my bedroom o.O

just when things seem like closing door its open window in my life of upcoming luck :) haters will say it's fake and gay but it's just gay

[ameliafjallraven]

My first interview is up on The Running Bug! Talking about my weight loss and fitness transformation - and of course, my desire to win the Fjallraven Polar competition!

What do you love most about your new life?

"The potential! That probably sounds daft but I’d got myself into a lifestyle that was limited by my size, fitness levels and mental health. Suddenly I feel like anything is possible again. That’s pretty exciting".  https://therunningbug.com/fitness/motivation/i-lost-7-stone-and-now-want-to-dogsled-across-the-arctic http://polar.fjallraven.com/contestant/?id=29

[blkobsdn]

Philadelphia Marathon 2015

Looks like I did it. Surprisingly, I felt pretty good today despite not having gone to the bathroom and having enough sleep this whole week. 13 miles no longer feels bad. And short runs are no longer short runs. I've trained for less than half a year, to run my first half-marathon and finally today's. Thoughts and emotions definitely rode throughout. But none hit me harder than us committing ourselves to finish this race for our good friend Frank – who thought we were insane for signing up. I'm not sure about everyone else but I certainly felt your presence running with me this morning. R.i.p. good friend.

Second time the emotions hit were in the last few miles. By then, I was already going delirious, especially when we trekked through dark tunnels. But by mile 24, it hit me hard that I was going to finish. We dedicated so much time, energy and sweat to train over the weekends. Even when we complained about the awful soreness and pain afterwards, we still continued onward. All that mental strength we gave in and tiring ourselves out has made us strong today.

No hallucinations, hunger pangs and trapped air. It was a painfully, smooth ride. I made sure to have whole wheat pasta the night before, my bagel with peanut butter this morning, Gu and gel throughout, and to stay hydrated. My glycogen levels were on fire.

I made it home in one piece. My only regret was that I could have gone faster. I realized I still had a lot of energy when I was sprinting to the finish. But I was so focused on conserving it and my knees were screaming, that I didn't want to risk it. I have to say that having finished my first marathon, I've developed the running bug. There's always something about being able to run across new cities that I love. The sights are comforting. I'll definitely be back again to this beautiful city. Maybe I'll even run it again next year.

Until then, I'll need at least 3 days to feel in tip-top shape again. Should our next challenge be a ultrathon?

[oldmarathonrunner]

Look at the Running Bug  in my Previous Post

If you are interested in running and have the bug, maybe you have worries about looking daft in that crazy gear or other misgivings The Running Bug is a great place to meet other people who have been there and done that thanks to the fantastic community there. If you have already brushed up against some of those  bigotted, know it alls, you meet on some of the other sites do not worry as you will be free of them on the bug.

www.oldmarathonrunner.co.uk

[catsiesd]

Is anyone on The running bug?

[rebeccccca]

So far today I've gone for a run, worked out Arms, packed my clothes for holiday and had nice conversations with my Mumma all before 11am. Next job is to declutter my room because I like it being tidy when I get back from being away :-)

also if you're a runner add me on Running Bug

[runpotatorun]

Trying to pass the running bug to a friend

[grudgeagainstmypudge]

8 Things to Make Running Easier

1. Weight training. Specifically the quads and core will benefit you the most, as a runner. The quadriceps are key to lifting your legs off the ground. Here’s a little exercise that can help, and be done at your desk. Put one ankle over the other, then lift and straighten the lower leg 10 times. Do several sets. You’ll feel it just above the knee.

2. Take shorter strides. This will make your runs feel easier. A new study out suggests that it can make you run faster and longer. If you shorten your stride when you race, you can increase your sub-maximal speed and maintain it for a longer period of time, in turn you can run longer and further.

3. Learn how to breath right. Most runners follow a 2-2 breathing pattern: two steps while breathing in, then 2 steps while breathing out. You can also try 3-2 breathing.  3 steps while breathing in, then out for 2 steps. Figure out what works best for you.

4. Eat more. Many people don’t eat enough to support their running habit. You’ll get fatigued much quicker without adequate calories.

5. Stretching. Once you’ve warmed up after 5-10 minutes stretch, then again after your run. This also helps so you don’t get injured.

6. Follow the 10% rule. Only increase your distance by 10% each week. If you increase your speed quickly you are really prone to an injury. There have been multiple studies done proving that you are less prone to injury increasing your mileage by 105 each week.

7. Start slow. Then pick up the pace as you get warmer. This is a technique used by many elite runners.

8. Wear the right shoes. This is so important. Go to a running store for your shoes. They’ll point you in the right direction. I had a friend who decided to run a marathon last minute. He trained for a few weeks and ran it in his K-Swiss casual shoes. Yes, it’s been years and he’s still dealing with the consequences. Just get the right shoes.