The Running/Keeping Fit Thread

[wiw]

Did 5k in 29 mins today. I know that isn't fast at all but it pissed all over my last feeble attempt which was something like 32 minutes. Really made up with it. Only been for a few runs in the last few months but definitely getting back into it

[wiw]

I certainly did! Already looking forward to next year, I'm aiming for 1h 45m.

Sounds achievable based on your time this year! Have you done races or anything like this before?

[Fosterbloke]

Sounds achievable based on your time this year! Have you done races or anything like this before?

I raced a mountain bike once before when I was 17, I'm 39 now so I don't think I retained any of the fitness I once had (which was very little!).

I've never done anything competitively before.

[Fosterbloke]

Did 5k in 29 mins today. I know that isn't fast at all but it pissed all over my last feeble attempt which was something like 32 minutes. Really made up with it. Only been for a few runs in the last few months but definitely getting back into it

'Getting back into it' is the best feeling! You'll question why you didn't start sooner but I think it's the greatest hurdle, well that or saying no to a cold beer...

[labourRed]

Found some official (watermarked) photos from the race too -

Look like all that sun is wasted on you

[Fosterbloke]

Look like all that sun is wasted on you

Haha I know, pasty Irish *******!

[Alex]

Did 5k in 29 mins today. I know that isn't fast at all but it pissed all over my last feeble attempt which was something like 32 minutes. Really made up with it. Only been for a few runs in the last few months but definitely getting back into it

Good work mate

[Buzzo]

I've been doing loads of fitness work since I found out I was diabetic. Spinning class at least twice a week, 2-3 visits to the Gym (I am working from the Lounge at my Gym, so easy to fit it in) and various activities with the kids.

I am also taking Tennis lessons! Something I was to shy to do when I was a kid and have always regretted. If I could get a handle on my diet I am sure the weight would be falling off even quicker than it is.

Best I have felt since I was about 16 though! It took the diagnosis of diabetes for me to finally pull my finger out of my lard arse.

[Fosterbloke]

I've been doing loads of fitness work since I found out I was diabetic. Spinning class at least twice a week, 2-3 visits to the Gym (I am working from the Lounge at my Gym, so easy to fit it in) and various activities with the kids.

I am also taking Tennis lessons! Something I was to shy to do when I was a kid and have always regretted. If I could get a handle on my diet I am sure the weight would be falling off even quicker than it is.

Best I have felt since I was about 16 though! It took the diagnosis of diabetes for me to finally pull my finger out of my lard arse.

Exercise is boss isn't it!

[Buzzo]

Exercise is boss isn't it!

Its amazing to watch as my gut recedes. I occasionally catch myself stroke it much as an amputee would stroke a missing limb. We've been through a lot me and my beer belly.

[bacon]

+8k run ... ankle recovering .. I'll try a longer one on the weekend

[bacon]

+15.7k ... ankle sore but getting through OK

[bacon]

+24k .. getting there !

[Saveloy]

Back on the horse

Saveloy: 6.6km

Slow as **** mind you

[cannotmakeit]

Any recommendations on how to treat painful soles?