carrot topless Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 I have absolutely no control over my feet whatsoever. I cannot maintain rhythm or a good pace. I started a few weeks ago and I am thinking of quitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scobra Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Don't quit! Start off with small distances of running or running 1km, then walking 1km. I'd suggest jogging at first to get a rhythm down. I found once I started to barefoot run I became more in-tune to my rhythm and foot control because of how you land when barefoot. For shoe running I'd say don't put much emphasis on the heel and have more of a mid foot strike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrot topless Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 Yes, i am trying to jog. The first few meters are like playing that game* where you have to press the keys to make the man run, I feel like I am going to end up a mess of limbs on the floor. I guess it is just a co-ordination thing that needs practice, it is so frustrating! I am not sure about barefoot running, where do you do it? how far? * http://www.foddy.net/Athletics.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegantri Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 What are you hoping to get out of running? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrot topless Posted October 28, 2012 Author Share Posted October 28, 2012 Let's start with that I can't run and I think it is an important thing to be able to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegantri Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Let's start with that I can't run and I think it is an important thing to be able to do. Ohh then this is easy. Quitting won't help with that goal. Keep going. The run/walk method is the best way to start. Run ten minutes walk a min and repeat. Slowly reduce the walks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamqueen Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I would start even easier than 10 x 1. Try running 3 minutes and walking 1. There are so many muscles you need for running that don't seem to get worked out doing anything else--best for long-term health and non-injury to start really, really slowly! Increase your time/distance no more than 10% each week, if you try running three times a week. If you're experiencing pain in your feet or knees, take it back a notch. As for your feet, it really helped me to focus my brain entirely on what my body was doing, what I wanted it to be doing. Getting distracted when I first started running led to making mistakes and because I'm clumsy, sometimes hurting myself -- but luckily not seriously. Be patient and take it slowly--besides avoiding injury, you want to find a way to enjoy it or you won't continue. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoumi Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 I just started the 1st of this month and have put in close to 30 miles this month. Most I think I have ever run in my life in one month. Much like you carrot topless, my rhythm seems to be hit and miss. As a few pointed out, the program I was following started out with simple walking, just a mile. As I got into the following week it was a power walk and by the end of the week it was a job. Since starting week 4 it's been nothing but running. I did go out and by a good pair of Brooks (Ghost 5) in which to run in, but being new I am sure I am missing some technique to improve my running form. Hopefully the more I run the better the form will become. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brice Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I will advice you to use a running program and set realistic goals. Hitting small goals will motivates you and helps you in sticking with fitness goals. Combine exercise with proper diet chart and keep a running log to measure your progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 I will advice you to use a running program and set realistic goals. Hitting small goals will motivates you and helps you in sticking with fitness goals. Combine exercise with proper diet chart and keep a running log to measure your progress.I do agree with the running log ~ nothing beats seeing your training efforts on paper and it also gives you a good reference to look back on to find out what worked/didn't work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoumi Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 Thanks! I have a log going and I do get motivated seeing distance and time improvements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted May 10, 2013 Share Posted May 10, 2013 Thanks! I have a log going and I do get motivated seeing distance and time improvements.Pen & paper or you have an online log stoumi? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoumi Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I am currently using Endomondo to track my running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 I am currently using Endomondo to track my running.I'm on there as well, it's a good little online tool for runners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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