RunningWimb. On the old Awimb there was a thread about

running and how to go about starting it.

I can't find it so what where to start for an overweight ****er who smokes a pack a day who has no cardio.

:thumbup: Many times people just say go for a walk. I don't have the time for this and I walk all the time I don't feel any benefit.

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

running and how to go about starting it.

I can't find it so what where to start for an overweight ****er who smokes a pack a day who has no cardio.

:thumbup: Many times people just say go for a walk. I don't have the time for this and I walk all the time I don't feel any benefit.

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Start off walking and go a bit faster until you are running.... there are loads of sites (virgin marathon won) with tips for beginners.
Build it up slowly and don't just go at the same pace every day, vary what you do and get lots of rest

:thumbup: at what point do I start buying all the gear?

I normally do it before hand then jack it in.

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

:thumbup: at what point do I start buying all the gear?

I normally do it before hand then jack it in.

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Make sure you have the correct footwear from the off.

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Originally Posted by SWv2

Make sure you have the correct footwear from the off.

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Damn it. Any recommendations? I want cheap ones.

I better buy some shorts too otherwise I'll look like a dick running around in 501s

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

:thumbup: at what point do I start buying all the gear?

I normally do it before hand then jack it in.

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good shoes and good socks.... cheap shorts and tops

http://www.runningforfitness.org/boo...-for-beginners and buy https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fit-Life-Re.../dp/0316852635

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Originally Posted by Snin

http://www.runningforfitness.org/boo...-for-beginners and buy https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fit-Life-Re.../dp/0316852635

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:thumbup: does anybody actually ever consult their doctor before partaking in a new activity?
I assume it's just a disclaimer when giving advice.

ust buy from decathalon cheap but good. i use for all my runs n over 50 mile a week training.. 15 quid trainers
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/C-605169-mens-running-shoes

i use these http://www.decathlon.co.uk/ekiden-on...d_8311960.html

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

:thumbup: at what point do I start buying all the gear?

I normally do it before hand then jack it in.

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exactly ..

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Originally Posted by Snin

ust buy from decathalon cheap but good. i use for all my runs n over 50 mile a week training.. 15 quid trainers
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/C-605169-mens-running-shoes

i use these http://www.decathlon.co.uk/ekiden-on...d_8311960.html

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That's great I will get some of those.

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

Damn it. Any recommendations? I want cheap ones.

I better buy some shorts too otherwise I'll look like a dick running around in 501s

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I have always liked Adidas Gazelles.

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

running and how to go about starting it.

I can't find it so what where to start for an overweight ****er who smokes a pack a day who has no cardio.

:thumbup: Many times people just say go for a walk. I don't have the time for this and I walk all the time I don't feel any benefit.

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Understand that it will feel tough. If it doesn't then you're not pushing yourself hard enough. Equally, don't overdo it (start slowly and build up until you feel you are pushing yourself).

A lot of it is a psychological battle. Just don't give up.

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Originally Posted by Pat Vegas

running and how to go about starting it.

I can't find it so what where to start for an overweight ****er who smokes a pack a day who has no cardio.

:thumbup: Many times people just say go for a walk. I don't have the time for this and I walk all the time I don't feel any benefit.

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Sod all that f. Get yourself one of these. Two walks a day, around 7 to 10 miles and all the love and loyalty you could ask for on four legs. :cloud9:
They don't nag either.

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