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Thaitri

2008-08-25 10:32 AM

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Subject: Running

Ok, over the past year i have purchased a road bike and been racking up some miles on it. A few weeks ago I decided to do my first sprint tri. I was never a dedicated runner but compeated in a few races. Mostly 5k and a few 10 k... About a year ago I was able to run a 7:30 mile for a 5 k. Since I started training for my tri I noticed how terrible my run is. I am averaging a 10 min mile and 3 miles feels like forever. I am actually have trouble running the time for the workout I am following. The swim is comming around and I think I will "smoke" the bike section. But I run like an old man.. What should I be doing to increase my time over the next 4 weeks...

I know the run is in me but I just cant seem to get it back...

And I did gain about 10 pounds over the past year. (yea, I like beer,,,)

Thanks=

Teed

2008-08-25 10:36 AM

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Master

1404

Atlanta, Ga

Subject: RE: Running

run more often.. even if short in duration. Frequency will make you a better runner. Eventually, speed work. Bottom line is more miles. There's just no other way to get there.

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AndrewMT

2008-08-25 10:37 AM

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Elite

4235

Spring, TX

Subject: RE: Running

Well, 10 pounds will certainly slow you down. Also, I would caution that "smoking" the bike will only hurt you on your run. You have to strike a balance between the two.

I don't know what else could cause you to slow down so much, but to improve, I would suggest running....a lot. As I'm constantly reminded, consistancy is the only way to improve over the long run.

Anyway, good luck with it! Remember to have fun; the number will come in time, but it's not worth it if you don't enjoy it in the process!

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tahrens

2008-08-25 11:19 AM

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Master

2436

Apex, north carolina

Subject: RE: Running

are you noticing the slow down on your regular training runs, or is this only during bricks?

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Thaitri

2008-08-25 11:24 AM

in reply to: #1625570

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Subject: RE: Running

Well one of the reason I stoped last year is that my achille's was bothering me. I noticed that my shoes were partly to blame. I started back slow in fear of the injury. Also change my shoes .. So far so good. Did a 40 min run the other day and just a little stiff in the morning. I guess I dont want to re-injure so I started running SLOW a few weeks ago. i just cant seen to get the speed back. Well its only been 2 weeks and I have 4 to go.... But I need to find a balance as I want to be injury free race day. I dont care how I feel the day after!!!

triritter

2008-08-25 11:27 AM

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