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How much should you warm up before running?

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before a session of speedwork? before a race? I've been thinking about it the past few days, and I don't think I've ever warmed up enough for a race. Being that I've never run more than a mile before... and I'm starting to think a mile should be minimum. What say you?

by User avatar MechEngDropout

What is the best method of speed work?

What is the best type or method to use when doing speed work. I want to do some speed work but unsure what type to do. I have access to a track so 400's and 200 interval's are what I have in mind.

by User avatar Cappy

What a difference running with water makes

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Today I forgot my water bottle while I ran. What I noticed. 1) My heart rate was higher 2) I felt much more thirsty 3) I found I really wanted to drink 4) I sweated much more today very interesting.

by User avatar copteacher

What are your race tactics?

Do you have any? Or is it complete consistent pace, start to finish? I've found tossing in surges gives me something to focus on and put me in 'race' mode. I toss them in a few places, usually for 200-400m in a race. It's a great way to move up a few bodies, hang there for awhile, recover,...

by User avatar jrjo

Advices for running in the cold

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My running totally sucks right now. Which is really bad because I'm motivated, too. Anyway, I think the cold weather is giving me joint problems, or contributing to them. How do you fix that? Run in pants? Would a more adequate warmup help? I am talking like knees frozen solid and if I...

by User avatar Sandy Cheeks

Why is my arm getting numb during a run?

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Today during a run/walk (run 3 min/walk 2, for 3 miles), my right arm went completely numb half way through. My heart rate was pretty high (189). I finished my workout and my arm is still a bit numb. Thoughts?

by User avatar Ms. Jenn

How do you establish your max heart rate?

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Those of you training with a HRM. How did you establish you max heart rate? I will be getting one in the next few weeks and just want to know where to start out. thanks!

by User avatar Running Brewer

running facing traffic

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I am begining to dislike running this way even though all of the literature says it is what/how to run. I am having more problems with cars stopped, getting ready to make right turns and not looking that just about every day I am jumping on bumpers or out of the way. Funny that I always look...

by User avatar copteacher

How slow do you usually go for your long run?

How slow do you usually go for your long run? Is there a too slow?

by User avatar akern

What motivates you to keep running?

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To get up early, and pay to run? To stick it out for 26.2 miles? I am plateauing and getting tired of working my butt of a seeing minimal progress. Just wondering what keeps you all lacing them up. Thanks in advance.

by User avatar tdassow