tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post6342925902672340404..comments2024-03-29T02:25:28.921-04:00Comments on Barefoot Chronicles: Ultramarathons and Barefoot Running... the ContradictionsJason Robillardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14794693267509629722noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-74394162415805870292010-04-16T01:13:28.612-04:002010-04-16T01:13:28.612-04:00I'm definitely for pushing the envelope. That...I'm definitely for pushing the envelope. That's the only way to build up tolerance for high volume weeks and long races. Pushing my limits for about 4 weeks and then easing back a lot for 2 seems to do wonders for me. <br /><br />When I'm pushing it I try my best to make time in the mornings for plenty of calisthenics, kettlebell sets, and foam roller massage. The difference when I hit the trail in the afternoon is huge. Instead of shuffling along waiting for my legs to loosen up, I can immediately relax into a smooth stride.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03547209512005143498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-65579844549215944962010-04-15T10:48:19.530-04:002010-04-15T10:48:19.530-04:00You've got to know when to hold them and know ...You've got to know when to hold them and know when to fold them. I've had this trouble too. As a long distance runner I was always told to run through pain. Not until I got an injury about a year ago did I realize that I need to listen to my body more. My injury was an overuse injury and it has been a lot longer to get back to where I was in my training than if I had just taken more rest days. Good post.Chris Barber, SeriousRunning.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13905016969890022199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-56520106739896923962010-04-14T16:29:33.337-04:002010-04-14T16:29:33.337-04:00my meaning was more that we as runners know oursel...my meaning was more that we as runners know ourselves and our bodies. the self doubt, the fear, the wondering if we are up to it or can do it. sometimes little pangs and muscle "squeaks" cause all of those things when really it's just all part of running, or living for that matter. so by saying that runners run, i just meant that some of that stuff goes with the territory. as long as you listen and know what your body is saying you'll be fine.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-69931608793688088532010-04-14T10:37:29.446-04:002010-04-14T10:37:29.446-04:00Runners run...except the 70% each year who are inj...Runners run...except the 70% each year who are injured and cannot run.<br /><br />Motivation is important, but being able to physically run is vital.Michael Shane Heltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16368766060461879603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-77562245481963306632010-04-14T01:08:50.162-04:002010-04-14T01:08:50.162-04:00Runners run. That has long ben my motto when it c...Runners run. That has long ben my motto when it comes to running. All the questions of too much too soon, can I safely run through this pain, and anything else that comes to mind while running can be answered with one phrase. Runners run. Listen to your body, use what you know, and run.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-77103969250564763022010-04-13T11:52:50.136-04:002010-04-13T11:52:50.136-04:00Dont be a TMTS victim bro. Train hard, but injury...Dont be a TMTS victim bro. Train hard, but injury = no training.Michael Shane Heltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16368766060461879603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-20579820354402458512010-04-12T16:33:02.496-04:002010-04-12T16:33:02.496-04:00I enjoyed this post and it really put me at ease f...I enjoyed this post and it really put me at ease for some reason. Getting injured one month before my first marathon has definitely made me feel the emotions of biter taste of regret. Being injured has been driving me crazy emotionally, but finally coming to terms. It happens to all of us, and when, we don't know. Very impressive with the back to back runs of 20+Adam Gentilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06558062052841659066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-12281109762858680972010-04-12T08:27:08.688-04:002010-04-12T08:27:08.688-04:00What the hell is that "top of the foot pain&q...What the hell is that "top of the foot pain"? I've got it in my left foot and it won't go away. Everything else I can get rid of with a good stretching regimen, but not this. I've been pushing my limits lately, as well. But doing that in '07 cost me a year of no running. So, I am wondering if I should slow down.J.P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17052055020555407468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-77785746623970664232010-04-10T18:35:01.722-04:002010-04-10T18:35:01.722-04:00I think you know the answer already and know when ...I think you know the answer already and know when to listen to your body and when to ignore it :)Abbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026687368477638538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4117671123395795249.post-46269361570173096742010-04-10T11:18:42.757-04:002010-04-10T11:18:42.757-04:00go get it. i was suffering this morning too, but t...go get it. i was suffering this morning too, but there is no room for whining. the Mind The Ducks course was looking gorgeous this morning.. the willow trees are blooming, the geese were minding their own business. ya gotta be ready for it... only a few more weeks to prepare!shelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08484258407276573441noreply@blogger.com