Started running again yesterday...

[Sharla]

Hi Scrap,

I have to admit that I don't actually prepare specifically for running much other than to make sure i have a good 20 to 40 minute walk warm up.

Apart from that i used to do a few static stretches before a run but I've read a few contrasting ideas about whether or not that actually prevents injuries at all.

I'd be really interested to hear about what other preparation you'd recommend though because I'm trying to build my kms up again at the moment and while it feels good my muscles are not liking me very much sometimes.

[ICB]

Hi Scrap,

I have to admit that I don't actually prepare specifically for running much other than to make sure i have a good 20 to 40 minute walk warm up.

Apart from that i used to do a few static stretches before a run but I've read a few contrasting ideas about whether or not that actually prevents injuries at all.

I'd be really interested to hear about what other preparation you'd recommend though because I'm trying to build my kms up again at the moment and while it feels good my muscles are not liking me very much sometimes.

Hi Sharla how you been ?? i haven't seen you in awhile hows the boxing coming along ??

[Sharla]

Hi ICB, thanks for asking I've been trying to get some uni work done but not achieved as much as I hoped so i'm probably just a minor Saddos member for the next few months until I've got things under control.

Boxing is going ok I guess. I asked my coach last night what we'd decided about the nationals - which are only 2 or 3 weeks away - and it turns out we might nominate - if it's not too late to organize.

I think he was hoping to get me a bout before the nationals to help me prepare for it but it's crept up quickly because they usually have the nationals later in the season.

Apart from that there haven't been any matches around at all this year and i've had trouble juggling uni work and training and been sick for a week and a half so I doubt i'll be the most hard core boxer there.

I guess it's all experience though and i think my understanding of a few things has improved since last year.