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 2010-10-21 2:24 PM |
Member  127  |  Subject: First 10 mile race coming up - help pleaseHi BT - So I'm running my first 10 mile race next weekend. I've been training for it and I feel good about it. Actually, I've never been a runner - just kind of got by, but I'm really enjoying the training and the longer runs. Anyway, two questions that I'm hoping you can help me with. 1. My running shoes are about done. My legs are starting to hurt and I know it's from my shoes. I have new shoes (same exact ones) waiting in the wings. Would you switch? I will have 3-4 runs before the race... so not exactly new on race day but close??? 2. I run with music. I have never ran a race with music, but most all of the running I do is multi-sport so that's usually not allowed plus it would take too long for me in transition. Since this is a running only I have the option to use my mp3 player. Those of you who do run with music, would you? I love the environment of a race and this is a big race, but I'm nervous I'll need the motivation from my music?? I'm leaning towards no, but wondering what you would do? Thanks for your help! |
| 2010-10-21 2:35 PM in reply to: #3165471 |
Expert 2180  Boise, Idaho | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please 1) Are ya sure your legs aren't sore from overtraining? Sounds like you may have waited a wee bit too long to replace shoes (lesson learned). IMO I would wear the new ones for the rest of your training and see how you do. Might be 'darned if ya do-darned if ya don't'. 2) Most races have banned music devices altogether. Check with the RD to make sure, but the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc. GOOD LUCK! |
| 2010-10-21 2:43 PM in reply to: #3165498 |
Resident Curmudgeon 25290 The Road Back Gold member | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please jeffnboise - 2010-10-21 2:35 PM1) Are ya sure your legs aren't sore from overtraining? Sounds like you may have waited a wee bit too long to replace shoes (lesson learned). IMO I would wear the new ones for the rest of your training and see how you do. Might be 'darned if ya do-darned if ya don't'. On what exactly are you basing your second statement, as I am seeing the opposite. Within the past two years, USATF reversed themselves to allow RDs the discretion to permit mp3s, and since that ruling I see more races that are doing so.2) Most races have banned music devices altogether. Check with the RD to make sure, but the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc. GOOD LUCK! |
| 2010-10-21 2:48 PM in reply to: #3165471 |
Extreme Veteran 438 Maple Grove,MN | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please I would just train in you new shoes and work them in abit before the race, That is what i am currently doing |
| 2010-10-21 2:57 PM in reply to: #3165471 |
Extreme Veteran 829 Tennessee | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please Surely you can be motivated for a big race without having to have your tunes??????? I know, I know I can't understand because I dont train with music. Start wearing the shoes today!! If they feel good for you on your runs between now and the race wear them! |
| 2010-10-21 3:17 PM in reply to: #3165546 |
| Regular 212 Seattle, WA | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please I would skip the music, even if you train with it. Races are great fun with other competitors out there. |
| 2010-10-21 3:18 PM in reply to: #3165471 |
Member 127 | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please Thanks for the advice. I will start running in my new shoes and I'm going to leave the mp3 player at home! I appreciate your help! |
| 2010-10-21 3:30 PM in reply to: #3165582 |
| Regular 212 Seattle, WA | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please Good luck! |
| 2010-10-21 5:00 PM in reply to: #3165516 |
Expert 2180 Boise, Idaho | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please the bear - 2010-10-21 1:43 PM jeffnboise - 2010-10-21 2:35 PM1) Are ya sure your legs aren't sore from overtraining? Sounds like you may have waited a wee bit too long to replace shoes (lesson learned). IMO I would wear the new ones for the rest of your training and see how you do. Might be 'darned if ya do-darned if ya don't'. On what exactly are you basing your second statement, as I am seeing the opposite. Within the past two years, USATF reversed themselves to allow RDs the discretion to permit mp3s, and since that ruling I see more races that are doing so.2) Most races have banned music devices altogether. Check with the RD to make sure, but the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc. GOOD LUCK! Personal experience in the greater Boise State University area only (but since we're not one of the "Big Boys" my opinion probably doesn't count) |
| 2010-10-21 5:41 PM in reply to: #3165471 |
Champion 5781 Northridge, California | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please If the shoes are the same, make the switch for your next run and make sure they feel right. I switched to a new pair (same model) a week before a marathon last spring...no problem. If you find that your existing issues get worse, switch back and race in the existing shoes. Music? Personally, I think it's really a form of distraction, but if you think it honestly motivates you and the race allows it, then there's nothing stopping you from using it. I always recommend people learn to run without the distraction and to be open to the input from other competitors, the environment, and their own bodies, but I'm interested in the fact that you say you are leaning to not using music, even when you could in this case. Maybe you just need to listen to whatever it is that has you leaning against it...unless it's just fear of being judged (never a good reason), then it might be time to ditch the tunes. Good luck! |
| 2010-10-21 6:42 PM in reply to: #3165786 |
Resident Curmudgeon 25290 The Road Back Gold member | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please jeffnboise - 2010-10-21 5:00 PM the bear - 2010-10-21 1:43 PM jeffnboise - 2010-10-21 2:35 PM1) Are ya sure your legs aren't sore from overtraining? Sounds like you may have waited a wee bit too long to replace shoes (lesson learned). IMO I would wear the new ones for the rest of your training and see how you do. Might be 'darned if ya do-darned if ya don't'. On what exactly are you basing your second statement, as I am seeing the opposite. Within the past two years, USATF reversed themselves to allow RDs the discretion to permit mp3s, and since that ruling I see more races that are doing so.2) Most races have banned music devices altogether. Check with the RD to make sure, but the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc. GOOD LUCK! Personal experience in the greater Boise State University area only (but since we're not one of the "Big Boys" my opinion probably doesn't count) It's a long way from "the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc." to "Personal experience in the greater Boise State University area only." Similar to how "dominating in the WAC" is a long way from "competing for the national championship"  Edited by the bear 2010-10-21 6:47 PM |
| 2010-10-21 6:59 PM in reply to: #3165471 |
Expert 2852 Pfafftown, NC | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please Honestly, IMO...new shoes feel the best from day one. If they're the same as your "old" shoes, I'd switch any time leading up to - and including race day. Good luck. |
| 2010-10-22 8:47 AM in reply to: #3165471 |
Champion 10471 Dallas, TX | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please Jelly21 - 2010-10-21 2:24 PM Hi BT - So I'm running my first 10 mile race next weekend. I've been training for it and I feel good about it. Actually, I've never been a runner - just kind of got by, but I'm really enjoying the training and the longer runs. Anyway, two questions that I'm hoping you can help me with. 1. My running shoes are about done. My legs are starting to hurt and I know it's from my shoes. I have new shoes (same exact ones) waiting in the wings. Would you switch? I will have 3-4 runs before the race... so not exactly new on race day but close??? 2. I run with music. I have never ran a race with music, but most all of the running I do is multi-sport so that's usually not allowed plus it would take too long for me in transition. Since this is a running only I have the option to use my mp3 player. Those of you who do run with music, would you? I love the environment of a race and this is a big race, but I'm nervous I'll need the motivation from my music?? I'm leaning towards no, but wondering what you would do? Thanks for your help! Did not read the other responses. 1) Switch shoes. Run a couple of times in the new ones. If they are the same make/model you will be fine. 2) Take the music. You can easily take your headphones off if you want to be involved with what's around you. I like to keep mine off at the start and finish and aid stations. I also like having the option of zoning out on my music when it gets tough. I love running races because I can take my music! Good luck! |
| 2010-10-22 9:14 AM in reply to: #3165471 |
Master 1996 Woodbridge , Virginia | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please 1. if new shoes are the same.. wear new shoes... 2. music is always a tough one.. i use to take my mp3 player.. since most have banned them, i don't use it anymore.. Good luck on your race, have fun and finsih... I have one sat.. |
| 2010-10-22 10:30 AM in reply to: #3165909 |
Master 1404 Saratoga Springs, Utah | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please the bear - 2010-10-21 5:42 PM jeffnboise - 2010-10-21 5:00 PM the bear - 2010-10-21 1:43 PM jeffnboise - 2010-10-21 2:35 PM1) Are ya sure your legs aren't sore from overtraining? Sounds like you may have waited a wee bit too long to replace shoes (lesson learned). IMO I would wear the new ones for the rest of your training and see how you do. Might be 'darned if ya do-darned if ya don't'. On what exactly are you basing your second statement, as I am seeing the opposite. Within the past two years, USATF reversed themselves to allow RDs the discretion to permit mp3s, and since that ruling I see more races that are doing so.2) Most races have banned music devices altogether. Check with the RD to make sure, but the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc. GOOD LUCK! Personal experience in the greater Boise State University area only (but since we're not one of the "Big Boys" my opinion probably doesn't count) It's a long way from "the vast majority of organized events have banned MP3s/IPODS etc." to "Personal experience in the greater Boise State University area only." Similar to how "dominating in the WAC" is a long way from "competing for the national championship" Alot of races around here the RD bans them also. But I am from Utah and we're not one of the big boys either. Edited by gerald12 2010-10-22 10:31 AM |
| 2010-10-22 10:51 AM in reply to: #3165471 |
Extreme Veteran 448 | Subject: RE: First 10 mile race coming up - help please FWIW, I usually run with the iphone due to work. Since I am lugging that thing with me I generally use the run tracker app and listen to tunes. Forgot headphones yesterday and did 6.5 miles with no tunes. It was quite nice. I think I'll do it more often. On the shoes, I agree with everyone else. If they are the same shoe I would start right away. |
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