Running Club

[sunlight]

i bought a camel pack. is running the 21k route again. mandai very siong,but very good

[Lass]

anyone going for Nike human race ?

 

*raises hand* heard from friend that it wasn't v well organised last year.

 

just did the mizuno one but no road blocks just axillary police screaming at runners to go on pathway or side of road like we owe them. had to stop at a few traffic lights as well.

 

my middle toe (nails) are still hurting - the blueblack kind of pain. has anyone experience this before? how to prevent or cure? been almost a week.

[sunlight]

my toe hurts after running 21k.

http://www.jeffgalloway.com/training/injury_archives/black_toe.html

[tanchunxun]

anyone going for Nike human race ?

 

too late le.. wan to join but close registration already.. >.

[Lass]

still got new balance real run one but i have yet to decide about participating. kinda far in changi and got trail...when rain ah...will be v muddy

 

sunlight : the website is very useful about toe nails. didnt' know that nails can melt away...sheesh i wonder why we go thru all these pain haha perhaps its e same kind of passion we have towards riding

[sunlight]

sheesh i wonder why we go thru all these pain haha perhaps its e same kind of passion we have towards riding

 

bcos we get pleasure from pain....... like pervert:P hahaha

[Lass]

bcos we get pleasure from pain....... like pervert:P hahaha

 

haha pervert?!?! how about this??

 

I ran and ran every day, and I acquired a sense of determination, this sense of spirit that I would never, never, give up, no matter what else happened.

Wilma Rudolph, US track star

[sunlight]

Discovered something that I would like to share. It was my 4rd 21km run. First time I failed due to no water. 2nd and 3rd time completed but after 12kmvery suffering. So last nite, I changed strategy and stopped for breaks few times during the run. The suffering reduced and can finish the run feeling better, the timing increased by 5mins only

Perhaps u can try it too.

[foreveraz]

Any1 taking part in the upcoming Salomon X trail run?

 

http://salomonx-trailrun.com/about-the-race/race-details/

 

Race Details

 

Date: 18 October 2009

Venue: Tampines Mountain Biking Trail

Distance: 10km

Race Start Time: 0730 hrs

 

Registration is $38, 10% off if you are passion card member.

Race Pack includes:

* Salomon Limited Edition Running Tee (worth $49.90)

* Salomon Hip Pouch (worth $39.90)

* Runner’s Tag

* Electronic Timing Device

* Finisher Medal will be issued upon completion of the run

* 1 Lucky Draw Entry

* 30% discount* on Salomon regular-priced merchandise

[Lass]

Any1 taking part in the upcoming Salomon X trail run?

 

http://salomonx-trailrun.com/about-the-race/race-details/

 

Race Details

 

Date: 18 October 2009

Venue: Tampines Mountain Biking Trail

Distance: 10km

Race Start Time: 0730 hrs

 

Registration is $38, 10% off if you are passion card member.

Race Pack includes:

* Salomon Limited Edition Running Tee (worth $49.90)

* Salomon Hip Pouch (worth $39.90)

* Runner’s Tag

* Electronic Timing Device

* Finisher Medal will be issued upon completion of the run

* 1 Lucky Draw Entry

* 30% discount* on Salomon regular-priced merchandise

 

nope doing the nike and new balance

 

2nd Oct is the closing date for new balance run

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GROUND FORCES

To lessen your aches and pains, choose your running surface wisely.

By Jenny Everett

Image by Steve Boyle

 

From the October 2009 issue of Runner's World

 

The impact of running has its benefits: It builds bone and muscle strength. But it also has drawbacks: Each footfall sends strong forces up the leg with the potential of aggravating trouble spots. Luckily, runners can sidestep injuries by changing up their workout surfaces, says exercise physiologist and marathoner Tom Holland of Darien, Connecticut. "In the same way that you vary your mileage and intensity—short one day, long the next; hard one day, easy the next—you should also vary the terrain that you run on to minimize risk of injury," he says. If you're prone to shinsplints, for example, pounding the asphalt six days a week could cause a flare up. Mix in a trail or treadmill run here and there, and you could avoid a setback. Follow this guide to running grounds to log your miles safely.

 

 

Asphalt Roads

 

RUN FREELY: If you're not particularly injury prone and not rehabbing an injury—although Achilles tendinitis becomes less aggravated on asphalt's stiff surface, which keeps the Achilles in a shorter, less-tensed position.

TREAD LIGHTLY: If you've recently had shin or knee pain, or a fracture, muscle pull, or iliotibial-band syndrome (ITBS). Asphalt can rattle bones, joints, muscles.

 

 

Dirt Trail

 

RUN FREELY: If you've struggled with runner's knee, ITBS, shinsplints, or any injury aggravated by impact. Just be wary of technical trails that cause your feet to land at an angle.

TREAD LIGHTLY: If you've had an ankle sprain. The ligaments of that joint never recover 100 percent. That increases your risk of a repeat sprain, which is more likely to occur on soft, uneven surfaces.

 

 

Sand

 

RUN FREELY: Rarely. Sand is unstable and puts a ton of torque on the knee, ankle, and hip. That said, this surface requires the strength of muscles that are often neglected so it can be beneficial for strength building. Just keep the runs short.

TREAD LIGHTLY: If you have a history of ankle sprains or Achilles tendinitis. A 2008 study found that running on sand increases the risk of Achilles pain tenfold.

 

 

Synthetic Track

 

RUN FREELY: If you're prone to ankle sprains or just recovered from a fracture. The surface is predictable with no roots or curbs to trip over. It's also more cushiony than asphalt, but not so soft as to cause instability.

TREAD LIGHTLY: If you've had ITBS or calf strains. Your outside calf is shortened as you circle your way around. Tight corners can also stress your inside leg's ITB.

 

 

Grass

 

RUN FREELY: If you have knee pain or are returning to running after a fracture. On grass, the bulk of the energy from your footfall goes into the ground instead of reverberating back up your leg.

TREAD LIGHTLY: If you're prone to plantar fasciitis. You're more likely to overpronate on this soft, uneven surface, which puts extra torque on the ligament that runs along the bottom of your foot.

 

 

Treadmill

 

RUN FREELY: If you're recovering from injury or are increasing mileage and want a break from asphalt. The belt's cushioned surface reduces stress to your back, hips, knees, and feet. And it's a clear path free of obstacles.

TREAD LIGHTLY: If you're training for a road race. Running exclusively on a treadmill won't prepare you to navigate uneven terrain or cope with the impact of asphalt, and that could lead to injury.

 

Athletes who do plyometric drills on sand improve their sprinting ability compared to those who train on grass.

[sunlight]

i cannot improve my timing anyone can advise?

[Lass]

i cannot improve my timing anyone can advise?

 

why don't you go to runnersworld.com lots of helpful tips

 

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by the way, does anyone know where or when to collect race pack for the nike human race? either am dumb or website really's not very user friendly. can't seem to find even info on the race route. its about 3 weeks time

Edited October 3, 2009 by Lass

[Lass]

collection of race packs all on the same day...good or bad??? hmmm......though am only doing 2 of the ones listed below.

 

GREAT EASTERN WOMEN 10K Race Expo

Attention all runners, please remember to come down to our Race Expo to collect your race packs!

Venue: Leisure Park Kallang

Dates: 16th, 17th or 18th October

Time: 11.00am- 8.00pm

 

 

NEW BALANCE REAL RUN 2009 – PRELUDE (RACE PACK COLLECTIONS)

All participants are required to collect their Race Packs, which include a Race Bib and Race Chip at the New Balance REAL Run Prelude 2009.

Venue: Velocity @ Novena Square

Date: 16 – 18 October 2009, Friday to Sunday

Time: 10am to 8pm

 

 

Information for the Nike+ Human Race Entry Pack Collection

Venue: Singapore Flyer

Address : 30 Raffles Avenue, #01-09

Singapore 039803

Site Map: See Below

Date: 16 Oct (Friday) – 18 Oct (Sunday)

Time: 10.00am – 7.00pm (GMT +0800 Singapore)

(Doors will close at 7.00pm sharp.)

Important

- Participants MUST present their confirmation slip/ photo ID when collecting the race kit.

 

- Participants are requested to take note of the dates so as to avoid the disappointment of not being able to take part in the race.

 

- To ensure a smooth collection of your race kit, participants are advised to come during off-peak hours (Please try to avoid lunch and dinner hours).

 

Participants who are unable to collect their Race Packs personally during the collection dates must appoint a proxy to collect on their behalf.

 

Compulsory items to present up on collection:

 

1. Participant’s Race Confirmation Slip

2. Proxy’s NRIC/ Photo ID

3. A Letter of Authorisation completed by the participant (Download Letter of Authorisation here)

[sunlight]

wah... lass u very on. Go for all these events. salute salute.

me training for the marathon so much problem already

[Seastorm]

jusr signed up for the 10km run. run for a ood cause

http://www.runforhopesingapore.org/

[Lass]

05 October 2009

Due to overwhelming response, we will be re-opening our registration! Walk-in to register at the New Balance REAL Run 2009 Prelude from 16 to 18 October 2009, between 10.00am to 8.00pm at Velocity @ Novena Square. See you there!

[Lass]

wah... lass u very on. Go for all these events. salute salute.

me training for the marathon so much problem already

 

no la, i didn't sign up for all....only the real run and nike one...my colleague sent me the collection dates so i thought i post it here should anyone be looking for info

[sunlight]

Have been running 21km for the past 6-7 weeks to prepare for the stand chart marathon. But this evening i stopped at the 5k mark and walked home . I just lost the drive to run, it is very frustrating. How do u get that drive n passion back?

[Lass]

Have been running 21km for the past 6-7 weeks to prepare for the stand chart marathon. But this evening i stopped at the 5k mark and walked home . I just lost the drive to run, it is very frustrating. How do u get that drive n passion back?

 

perhaps you might want to gather a few friends and run together. i run with my buddy on weekends though our pace is different but its about pushing one another to do it.

 

i feel that at times when you are really not in the mood, take a break and do something else - go for a swim or cycle, might help to break the monotony.

 

when all else fails, run in a area where there are lots of babes, that my friend, am sure you will not want to loose face! hehe

 

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do you guys know of anyone who will be giving up running for the great eastern 10k run early nov? i am happy to take over!

[sunlight]

just bought a cheap heart rate monitor. so excited, wanna try it out later and for LSD.

[sunlight]

anyone going for the north face 100?? saw one of the water points or check point at mandai. to those taking part respect * salute*

BTW hows the bro/sis taking part in the SCSM 42k? training @ 30++km yet?

[Lass]

nope am focusing on running 10k for this year...next year then do 21k, not sure when i will be ready for 42k if ever haha...seems like endless running

 

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hubby looking for ppl giving up on NB real run 10k, PM me if you know of anyone who's giving up hehe

[Lass]

anybody home????????????

[turkey]

any ladies here going for this sunday Great Eastern Run?

[Ms Black]

i am going for great eastern 5km run.