I agree. I haven’t lost much weight from exercise but my body has changed immensely. But I have toned up so much I’m now a clothes size smaller. Plus the mental health benefit is amazing
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I’ve done some by them that I haven’t enjoyed as much, so I tend to alternate between 2 I know I like. And then every few days try a new one.
I'm writing here to make myself more accountable - if I've told 'someone' I feel I'll be more likely to stick to what I'm saying!
My local Couch to 5km group is having another beginners session on the 18th, and I'm going to give it a go! It is 10 weeks, with 2 runs a week.
I'm much better at eating well when I have a good exercise routine, but I've really got out of the swing of things after breaking a few toes just before lock down last year, the bad back that developed after limping around and then losing my confidence.
My sister and friends run, so I feel that this will help me to stay motivated, and hopefully can get back into the swing of things.
Any advice gratefully received!
My local Couch to 5km group is having another beginners session on the 18th, and I'm going to give it a go! It is 10 weeks, with 2 runs a week.
I'm much better at eating well when I have a good exercise routine, but I've really got out of the swing of things after breaking a few toes just before lock down last year, the bad back that developed after limping around and then losing my confidence.
My sister and friends run, so I feel that this will help me to stay motivated, and hopefully can get back into the swing of things.
Any advice gratefully received!
If you don't already have one, get yourself a decent sports bra. Nothing worse that running and your tata's bouncing all over the place.
Kettlebells, plenty of workouts online.
I posted on my community facebook page that I was doing couch to 5k and there ended up being a few of us in a whatsapp group. I'm also in a bigger whatsapp group of runners so seeing all their runs made me go out more, particularly if they were trying to do more kms in a week, you end up thinking I'll pop a 3k into the kitty.
I'd say get some decent running shoes 1st.
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Thanks - I learnt that the hard way on my first gym visit, boobs flying both ways and I ended up with bruises underneath! Never again!
Do you have any recommendations?
Have a look at resistance bands too. I have been doing it a couple of times a week and my arms are completely transformed already. Even when I’ve been a lot lighter weight-wise, my arms haven’t had this definition. I’ve really enjoyed it so far, plus they hardly take up any room equipment wise.
See how you go and if you're still running in a few weeks time then get a proper gait analysis done. There are over 70 runners on my group and atleast 25% of them are running in Brooks trainers, next most popular is ONs. You must try them on though, you'll know almost instantly when you've got the right pair. I was sure I'd be buying ONs but when I tried them on they hurt over the top of my foot.
Ugh struggling so much atm. Trying to eat healthier but I just feel like I'm missing out and my calories aren't enough.
Normally for lunch I'd have snacks eg chocolate, skittles, crisps and just graze on that throughout the day. Today I've had fruit for breakfast and a sandwich for lunch, a chocolate bar and a cereal bar for a snack and when you factor in my planned spaghetti bolognese for tea, I'm pretty much maxed out on my cals but I don't feel like I've eaten a lot compared to usual. Too scared to step on the scales atm too and due on my period next week and just feel ugh
Sorry for the ramble.
Normally for lunch I'd have snacks eg chocolate, skittles, crisps and just graze on that throughout the day. Today I've had fruit for breakfast and a sandwich for lunch, a chocolate bar and a cereal bar for a snack and when you factor in my planned spaghetti bolognese for tea, I'm pretty much maxed out on my cals but I don't feel like I've eaten a lot compared to usual. Too scared to step on the scales atm too and due on my period next week and just feel ugh
Sorry for the ramble.
Definitely try various brands! And what surface will you be running on as not great to use trail/offroad shoes on the road and vice versa.
I have always run in Nike, but wasn't keen on their trail shoes (I run off road), tried Brooks which are meant to be really good, but HATED them (and their online returns are AWFUL, they go to Germany and I had to fill in 4 customs forms!) and ended up with some under armour in the end.
I have always run in Nike, but wasn't keen on their trail shoes (I run off road), tried Brooks which are meant to be really good, but HATED them (and their online returns are AWFUL, they go to Germany and I had to fill in 4 customs forms!) and ended up with some under armour in the end.
I don't buy online for that exact reason
Yep you're not consuming filling food there. Porridge, Muesli, Eggs, Almonds or some other nut, Natural Yogurt all much better and more filling. I also only buy the Granary from Waitrose. I find the packaged bread rubbish.
How many calories are you having?
Also I know it’s hard but try to eat more low calorie but high volume foods, so loads of veg and higher protein. I have been trying really hard this week to have more veg and protein based meals (not cutting out carbs but not making them the bulk of my calories) and I’m a lot more satisfied. I can eat 4 courgettes for a small chocolate bar, so it makes sense.
If you’re going to run seriously go to a specialist shop and get gait analysis! Best way to make sure the shoes are working for you as were all different. Important to have good proper running socks as well!
Maybe try upping your protein a little bit. Fruit and pasta and bread sometimes leaves me feeling hungry a little while later as they contain a lot of carbohydrates. Protein takes longer to digest and helps you feel fuller for longer.
You can mix your fruit with some greek yoghurt for example in the morning (if you're not following a vegan diet). Tesco 0% fat greek yoghurt has 55 calories per 100g and 7.3g of protein. So it's not a massive increase calorie wise but the extra protein will hopefully keep you feeling fuller for longer
.Yep, I made the mistake of not bothering about the socks, not good
I wouldn't worry about the low calorie, I have full fat, lo cal stuff has more sugar to compensate for flavour and full fat is more fillingMaybe try upping your protein a little bit. Fruit and pasta and bread sometimes leaves me feeling hungry a little while later as they contain a lot of carbohydrates. Protein takes longer to digest and helps you feel fuller for longer.
You can mix your fruit with some greek yoghurt for example in the morning (if you're not following a vegan diet). Tesco 0% fat greek yoghurt has 55 calories per 100g and 7.3g of protein. So it's not a massive increase calorie wise but the extra protein will hopefully keep you feeling fuller for longer
I got some wireless headphones and an arm pouch thing for my phone. I kind of want a bumbag or something for my keys but I'm not sure if I'd look ridiculous haha.
But I'd definitely recommend the wireless headphones and pouch for your phone. It means I can listen to my favourite podcasts or music without throwing my phone across the pavement when I get into my stride.
peloton is INCREDIBLEIf you want some good strength workouts check out the peloton app, they have a good beginner programme and loads of stuff. Lots of core stuff too which kills me
it’s literally changed my life - with and without the bike
yes to this, I got mine at the end of jan and it’s been a life saver mentally and physically. I bore the tit out of everyone talking and recommending it literally same, i should be getting commission
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