pop 0 #1 November 15, 2002 Just ran 4 miles and I feel fuckin' great!!! That's all.7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 November 15, 2002 I've just started running again (short distances), my knees are starting to let me. I'm actually really excited about that, now I'll be able to get this huge gut I put on since I blew up my knee, off my body!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #3 November 15, 2002 One of the most important things in running, and your knees will thank you for it, is shoes. Get a new pair of running shoes about every three months, and not the cheap ones either.7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #4 November 15, 2002 Yep...shoes are VERY important. Especially for us Big Boys Dave. It makes all the difference in the world. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #5 November 15, 2002 I've got a good pair of shoes and I used to run around 15miles a week (not much for "runners" but good for me). This was while I was in the Aggie Corps. I just haven't been able to do that since I did ACL damage and tore my MCL back in the summer. So, this weekend you'll get to see "big gut" version of AggieDave... --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #6 November 15, 2002 how did you tear your knee up?7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christoofar 0 #7 November 15, 2002 I have a friend in Austin (the running capital of TX) that is fixing to do a 13-mile UPHILL minimarathon next Sunday. I can't bear to go watch it. That shit just hurts thinking about it. My quads are thick, but they'll sieze up fast trying to run uphill for a 13 mile run!!! ____________________________________________________________ I'm RICK JAMES! Fo shizzle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #8 November 15, 2002 Dragging a foot on landing. Caught a rut, I kept going, my foot didn't, my knee was the weak link between the two.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #9 November 15, 2002 uphill just doesnt sound like a lot of fun. its tough enough to run on flat surface7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #10 November 15, 2002 i think i remember yo uposting something about that7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #11 November 15, 2002 so what's a good running shoe to get? Been getting mine at Payless, but they might not be of the highest quality Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #12 November 15, 2002 I always seem to buy New Balance, since I have sort of odd feet and they fit me the best. That and Nikes are too damned expensive, when I can get a shoe that is just as good for 1/3 of the price of a Nike...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #13 November 15, 2002 My three favorites are New balance, Adidas, Asics. With running shoes price has a lot to do with the quality. Good running shoes can run you $150 a pair eassily. I ususally stick with the $60-$70 range.7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyhi 24 #14 November 15, 2002 QuoteI always seem to buy New Balance, since I have sort of odd feet One or three? I like Brooks, but the bottom line is, what works for you? The nice thing about New Balance is they come in widths. Only problem I have with them is they tended to wear out too quickly. Good luck.Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #15 November 15, 2002 QuoteI like Brooks I had a pair of Brooks for a while, nice shoes, although they wore out on me pretty quick too... *shrug*--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #16 November 15, 2002 Don't usually care what the brand is. I just get what feels good on the feet. NB does tend to wear out quickly. I have also had good luck with Asics and Addidas. I try to stick with a $50-70 price range. I don't think you need to pay anymore than that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #17 November 15, 2002 check out http://www.otomix.com see what you think, request a free catalogue. there's something for everything, and everybody here.--Richard-- "We Will Not Be Shaken By Thugs, And Terroist" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jraf 0 #18 November 15, 2002 I run 5K every day. I tried everything and the top of the range ASICS work the best for me. It is very subjective though as it depends on the shape of your foot etc.jraf Me Jungleman! Me have large Babalui. Muff #3275 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #19 November 15, 2002 Quote Just ran 4 miles and I feel fuckin' great!!! That's all. Stay in neighborhoods with smaller dogs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #20 November 15, 2002 i need to get back into running. I miss that GREAT feeling half way through and for the rest of the day after! just started my gym routine again. now I need to find a shoe store so I can buy new ones....my old ones are about dead! In KOrea I got my fastest mile at 5Min 45Sec that felt good!My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #21 November 15, 2002 Quote I got my fastest mile at 5Min 45Sec That's pretty damn fast. I don't think I ever turned anything too far under 7 minutes but I never JUST ran one mile either. 2 at the very least and usually 4-6 was a normal moring run. I hate running.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christoofar 0 #22 November 15, 2002 Yeah... but running: - is easy to do - doesn't require a spotter - lets you quickly drop weight - gets you noticed if you're hot looking - keeps you prepared for a high-speed landing gone wrong. ____________________________________________________________ I'm RICK JAMES! Fo shizzle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #23 November 15, 2002 when i ran for time I only did 1 mile but the rest of the runs were at least 2.5(5 k)My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #24 November 15, 2002 oops actualy it was 4 kMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JumpNFly 0 #25 November 15, 2002 I just signed up for a half marathon next May... woo hoo The key to walking on water... Is knowing where the rocks are Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
