Good morning.... Don't let that outdated thing stop you. I know it's a. Extreme version but think of it this way.... Do you think I run all 200+ miles in a race? No way...lots of walking/power hiking. You do what your body let's you do. Moving is moving is healthy is good for you and will help....IF you let it
Ohhhh girl...socks!!That nothing but the best advise I have heard in a long time!
- I have tried several running shoes as well, and always, always I end up with the same brand in the end (Kayano from ASICS). So now I just buy 2-3 news pairs every year.. as soon as they get on sale!
Finding a shoe that fits, that is almost half of the victory (then comes the socks.. do not get me started!).
Now I spend way way too much time on socks for my races....compressions socks, toe socks, wool socks, thin socks, thick socks, etc etc blah blah 
Ohhhh girl...socks!!
Do you like the toe socks? How has that gone? I tried them at my yoga retreat and I hated them.That nothing but the best advise I have heard in a long time!
- I have tried several running shoes as well, and always, always I end up with the same brand in the end (Kayano from ASICS). So now I just buy 2-3 news pairs every year.. as soon as they get on sale!
Finding a shoe that fits, that is almost half of the victory (then comes the socks.. do not get me started!
They take getting used to.... I don't wear them all the time, but for races I do to help cut down on blisters. As you can imagine ..... Blisters are a huge issue when you run/walk/hike in all weather outside for multiple days. Once I got used to them it isn't as ....weird I guess?
Thanks.
I like the way they separate my toes.
Thanks for the replies.That is all.. back to socks being a frustrating science!
You want them to:
The conclusion is: I really do like toe socks! They are kinda brilliant, I even swear to them on days when I know that I will be walking a lot ( > 13 km).
- Fit snuggly, excess fabric will create blisters and hotspots.
- Be loose enough so that they do not "strangle" your calfs.
- The fabric should wick away sweat, and yet have the right thickness/thinness.
- The stitching.. oh, a pet peeve of mine!
- .... And the list goes on...
But, I also tend to bring extra socks with me. I like clean and fresh socks, and I like not having blisters.
Buuuuuuut!! There are so many absolutely AWFUL socks out there! And I cannot stand wearing socks that does not fit just right.
So far, I have only found one brand that I like (and where there size interval actually fits my feet!).
It has not exactly been the cheapest or easiest quest, luckily my youngest daughter have the same size foot as I have - and like some (not all) of the socks I have tried and discarded.
Well, I kinda like wearing toe socks, they are great for the mobility of the forefoot and toes, helps giving me a better grip when running, and strangely - much less shin splints! And my Achilles tendon loves them,
But.. gosh, it is a jungle, and you need to try the socks.. Even those that feels good from the get go - you need to know how they feel after a short 5 km run at least!!
Who are "they"?
The official Danish Health Board (right under the government) recommends 30 minutes daily vigorous cardio activity).
I think you will find many, many different recommandations, the most important is simply to be active, if that is going for a walk - then perfect!!
You should do what you can do, the moment you start to read all those different things that "they" say, you might end up more stressed and confused, than you would have if you just did what you were able to do.
, it is healthy to protect yourself - but just sometimes.. Try to push a little harder!)
Like others have mentioned, it is definitely a preference thing. But the other piece of advice I’d offer is to go to a running shoe store that actually measures or monitors your stride and step. This was a huge help for me. They were able to make helpful suggestions then based on what they saw and I felt.
Cat is completely right. Plenty of simple and basic options that don’t require much equipment, if any.It sounds as if you are doing just fine!
Add on and do more, if it feels right (remember, sometimes working out is uncomfortable, and that is okay! We do not get stronger if we never push ourselves into that uncomfortable zone, but there is a fine line between holding back and protecting yourself and being lazy
If you want some "easy" and rather efficient cardio, that you can do everywhere?
Mountain climbers. You do not need any equipment, you can do them everywhere, and they are extremely good for you.
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who knew this would be my most engaged conversation on lit ...... You all rock
Thanks. What i do isn't partcularly strenusou though. I will try and add a backpack i think to a 30 minute walkIt sounds as if you are doing just fine!
Add on and do more, if it feels right (remember, sometimes working out is uncomfortable, and that is okay! We do not get stronger if we never push ourselves into that uncomfortable zone, but there is a fine line between holding back and protecting yourself and being lazy
If you want some "easy" and rather efficient cardio, that you can do everywhere?
Mountain climbers. You do not need any equipment, you can do them everywhere, and they are extremely good for you.
That sounds perfect actually!!! That'll even add some core and shoulder stuff for you!
Core is an issue for me. I have a very minor hernia. Not an issue that I feel, but doing core exercises is going to be, i asume, contraindicated
You have the coolest taste in music!@Love_Is_Blonde did you sign up for that barre class?
I must admit, besides running and functional strength training, I really do love barre!
And, you could easily do it at home.. a chair is all you need (and an online program/class of some sort).
My barre training this morning.
And, always - always remember:
Stretching! It is so important.
I kinda just walk around like an old man and tell people I'm fine when they ask. If you're doing it right, it's supposed to hurt at least a little.
I wear mostly neutral shoes, so I'm unsure I could recommend a specific model, but I'm a New Balance guy. They just fit consistently well and are always comfortable.
Totally have had similar thoughts.I have never been so grateful to work out at home as I am today... I was on my last set of weighted sit-ups and was struggling. I dug deep and managed the last rep only to rip the biggest of atomic farts as I touched chest to knees.
I'd cramp and pull muscles getting in those positions LOL Well done@Love_Is_Blonde did you sign up for that barre class?
I must admit, besides running and functional strength training, I really do love barre!
And, you could easily do it at home.. a chair is all you need (and an online program/class of some sort).
My barre training this morning.
And, always - always remember:
Stretching! It is so important.
I haven’t but I’m going to!@Love_Is_Blonde did you sign up for that barre class?
I must admit, besides running and functional strength training, I really do love barre!
And, you could easily do it at home.. a chair is all you need (and an online program/class of some sort).
My barre training this morning.
And, always - always remember:
Stretching! It is so important.
