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Thinking of taking up (slow!) running. I'd like to loose weight/help my heart. I'm 45, a bit creaky, anything
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Em
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 Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 12:48 pm Post subject: Thinking of taking up (slow!) running. I'd like to loose weight/help my heart. I'm 45, a bit creaky, anything |
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| I should watch for? I have a fussy knee. Any recommendations for shoes? Thank you. |
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Sal*UK
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 12:52 pm Post subject: |
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| Stay away from pavements then - drive to a local park and run on grass. Running on tarmac really really jars the knees and hips - trust me, I know to my cost. |
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gone2fragglerock
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 12:52 pm Post subject: |
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| Running is a high-impact sport which can wreak havoc on your knees! I suggest going to a gym and using an elliptical or other machine that will not hurt your knees and joints. Also, if you can, wrap your knee in a tensor or a knee brace.Any cardio will do the trick and you can get someone at the gym to set up a safe exercise plan that is right for you. |
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Sky
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 12:54 pm Post subject: |
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| run on track or grass. Stay off the road as it will trash your knee. As for trainers get yourself to a proper running shop as they will watch you run and pick the right shoe for you.My advice also would be to walk for 7 days 30mins a day with your new trainers to get your legs stronger and ready for light jogging.Remember take your time Rome was not build in a day. |
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snailhoc
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 12:56 pm Post subject: |
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| get a check up from the practise nurse at your surgery then visit your local specialist running shop and talk to the staff and try on loads of shoes. good luck |
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Ermentrude
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 1:01 pm Post subject: |
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| I would put a support on your fussy knee.and if you are serious about running dont buy normal trainers - they arent meant for running - they wont support your feet when running (this may infact may your knee worse) - go for bone fide running shoes.And also when running make sure you take fluid with you so you dont dehydrate.If you are going running outdoors - remember - what ever distance you run - you have to run it twice - obviously you need to get back to where you started from!!!! Happy running!! |
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hamrrfan
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 1:01 pm Post subject: |
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| Get a physical first. Walking might be a better way to start. Swimming is a good all around exercise. |
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pearldaisy
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 1:03 pm Post subject: |
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| Whatever exercise you take up, the creakiness will soon go - so long as you don't crock yourself running on hard surfaces in the cold without stretching first (particularly given your knee). If you're going to run outside, suggest Tubigrips on any weak points, whether ankles or knees - for warmth and support round the joint. Swimming's great for losing weight and helping your heart. Gym's great also (running on treadmill / cycling / cross-trainer indoors in the warm). |
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republocrat
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 1:13 pm Post subject: |
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| I would not run at all if I were you. I'd do race walking instead. You'll burn as many calories and it will be much easier on your knees, ankles and hips. For shoes, you have to find out what your stride is like and buy your shoes accordingly. Do you overpronate, where your ankles turn out as you stride? Do you underpronate, where your ankles turn in? Or, if you're lucky, you have a neutral stride. You can buy shoes at a running store or on line for over and under pronation. Look at your shoes now. Are they worn pretty evenly from side to side, or do they show more wear on the inside or outside? That could give you a hint.Also, what is your arch like? Do you have flat feet or a high arch? Get the soles of your feet wet and stand on a piece of paper. What does your footprint look like? Do you have the heels and balls of your foot joined by a strip 1/3 or so of the width? Does it look like a "cartoon" footprint? Or, is there no empty space meaning you have flat feet, or just a narrow to no strip on the outside meaning you have high arches?If you have a running store in your area, they can help you with this. There are also websites that specialize in running shoes and stuff where you can research what I said more. You may be able to get away with a pretty standard shoe, or you may need a special shoe for overpronaiton and high arches.The bottom line, get a good pair of shoes then race-walk, not run.Good luck and God bless |
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C K
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| Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 1:44 pm Post subject: |
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| Everyone has given wonderful answers ! I would start with walking, too. May I suggest you also take Glucosamine ? I am 47, work out about 3x a week (started when I was 40) and have a troublesome knee as well, but it's *much* better since taking it, and I don't need a knee brace anymore.(Your joints will thank you)Good luck! |
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