I'd really love to be a runner, I've tried couch to 5K twice and given up and I haven't done any exercise since my last session at the gym back in March. I hurt my knee two weeks ago and am a little cautious about starting again. I am in the dilemma about going back to the gym or not just yet. Sorry this was a bit of a ramble.
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I finished couch to 5k about 4 weeks ago, so have been doing a 5minute walk, 30 or 35 minute run then 5 minute walk 3 times a week since then. However it now seems I have it band syndrome - and the overwhelming advice is to rest. I’m so disappointed, I feel like I’ve got so far now all my hard work will have been for nothing. I ran a few years ago and was plagued with shin splints so gave it up, typically this time round I didn’t get them at all but have this knee pain. Sorry, just miserable and sad I can’t run. I never thought I’d hear myself say that! 
oh no, gutted for you! I had IT band syndrome last year and couldn't run for six months as a result but it was because I was stupid and tried to carry on despite it. I got it with a month left of marathon training, rested for four weeks then tried to run the marathon. I made it to 12 miles before the pain was so unbearable I could only hobble a few steps before having to stop and after that it was painful for months. But (touch wood) I've made a full recovery so if you would like or need any help or advice please let me know. It's a horrible injury and I always want to help if I can when I hear someone has it.I finished couch to 5k about 4 weeks ago, so have been doing a 5minute walk, 30 or 35 minute run then 5 minute walk 3 times a week since then. However it now seems I have it band syndrome - and the overwhelming advice is to rest. I’m so disappointed, I feel like I’ve got so far now all my hard work will have been for nothing. I ran a few years ago and was plagued with shin splints so gave it up, typically this time round I didn’t get them at all but have this knee pain. Sorry, just miserable and sad I can’t run. I never thought I’d hear myself say that!
Thanks so much for replying! I’m sorry you suffered with it too but I’m glad to hear you have made a full recovery. Is there anything else you would recommend apart from rest? How long did you rest for? I’m wondering if I could walk 5k instead of running so as not to put too much strain on my knee, but I guess that’s pushing it too much....
100% this!
During lockdown 1 following that 5k challenge someone started up the ‘Ross Barkley challenge’ where people tried to run the fastest 5k possible in intervals whilst pausing their watches in between - someone broke the ‘world record’ sprinting downhill and walking back up
there is also the Twitter account called strava wankers which kept me highly entertained!
Just seen that week 4 has 5 minute runs, that's not going to happen for a while then!
Is the pain on the outside of your knee, so like here:
I had to address weakness in my glutes with some strengthening exercises. I went to see a physio and this is what he advised me to do every other day using a resistance band (if you google the exercises you should find videos). He also said that just rest might get rid of the pain over time but the likelihood would be the issue would quickly return. I would defo recommend seeing a physio if you can.
Standing hip abduction - 2-3 sets of 8-10
Seated knee extension - 2-3 sets of 5-10
Resisted side stepping - 5 times to the left, 5 times to the right, repeat 5-10 times
Hip hitching - standing on step, 2-3 sets of 8 - 10
I also found out that my foot on the injured side was hyper-flexible (no arch or arch support) which was causing my knee to internally rotate too much and was putting too much strain on my IT band. I went to see a podiatrist and had some orthotics made to give my foot the support it doesn't have and they have really helped me.
I hope this helps a bit but let me know if you have any questions!
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Just wondered if anyone else finds they put on weight when they first start running? This has happened to me before so I'm not letting it get me down but last week I ran 25km as well as walking 45 mins most evenings, eaten well, only drank water or herbal tea apart from coffee with milk in the AM, and I've gained 2lbs this week!
I've read about it online and the reasons why are very conflicting - anyone know the proper reason or had the same thing happened to them?
I've read about it online and the reasons why are very conflicting - anyone know the proper reason or had the same thing happened to them?
No I've not had this happen to me. Could it be where you are in your menstrual cycle maybe?
Thanks for replying, that was last week so you would expect I'd be heavier then
it's really weird!Interesting! Just read this @SpiceWeasel , could be it?
It's not uncommon to gain a few pounds when you start ramping up your runs, like when you're training for your first marathon. Your muscles respond to the elevated effort level by storing more glycogen, which binds with water in your muscle cells to keep you fueled and can tick the scale up by two or three pounds
It's not uncommon to gain a few pounds when you start ramping up your runs, like when you're training for your first marathon. Your muscles respond to the elevated effort level by storing more glycogen, which binds with water in your muscle cells to keep you fueled and can tick the scale up by two or three pounds
Thank you!
I'm hoping it's something to do with water. My scales allegedly can measure large/muscle/water but can't for the life of me figure out how to get them to show that!
Also if you're starting from scratch running you'll be developing muscle mass which is denser than large meaning it weighs more. Get those killer muscles and don't worry about the scale Xx
Thank you
can kinda feel the muscle definition coming back, muscle memory and all that. Trying not to obsess over the scale, I need to have a sort out of my Insta, following too many weight loss accounts on there!
Nothing like a good purge. Some insta runner/ body positive accounts I like:Thank you
Trying not to obsess over the scale, I need to have a sort out of my Insta, following too many weight loss accounts on there!
@emmaabrahamson
@lucybartholomew
@trackclubbabe
@thelongweighdownwithjess
@samirosefitness
@amberrunz
@lydiaodo
I'll probably think of more as I go and can list them too.
From what I've heard focusing on the physical but also mental changes are best. That extra muscle definition, or feeling happier/ more settled after a run etc. Eating healthily but not like our friend Scuz (I think I recognise you from the SD thread). A scale is a very poor indication of health and an even worse indication of self worth!
Ooh thanks I’ll sit and have a look at those later
Hauled myself outside to do at 4.5k in the pissing rain this morning, to start my day off work. Still can't believe I did it. Have only gotten into running in this second lockdown thanks to isolating with my bf who is a 5 day a week runner. This was my first run without him in tow for motivation.
I really haven't noticed many physical changes yet beyond endurance, but the mental benefits are utterly brilliant. I also love the supportive atmosphere on the /r/running subreddit, I'm pleased there's a tattle thread as well!
I really haven't noticed many physical changes yet beyond endurance, but the mental benefits are utterly brilliant. I also love the supportive atmosphere on the /r/running subreddit, I'm pleased there's a tattle thread as well!
Ooh I wonder if this is what I get. My pain is a little lower though.
I find when I get knee pain it's because something else is wrong and the pain is referring to my knee. I'd definitely recommend seeing a physio if you can (and then doing the exercises they give you
)Thankyou so much for posting this. I’m going to see
a private physio I think and hopefully they can help too
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