[Joshua E]

I have been running for the last 3 weeks every other day. My breathing has gotten much better, the thing holding me back is the server cramps im getting in my shin's. I figured after 3 weeks I would not be having this problem. Any advise?

[PaintedButterfly]

Joshua E are you warming up/stretching properly before your runs? That's usually the main cause. When you begin to feel a cramp starting you may find it helps to slow down for a bit but not stop. You can sort of run through a cramp if you slow down and jog for a bit then speed up again once it begins to subside.

[kellyg2]

Originally Posted by Joshua E

I have been running for the last 3 weeks every other day. My breathing has gotten much better, the thing holding me back is the server cramps im getting in my shin's. I figured after 3 weeks I would not be having this problem. Any advise?

Stretching before runs is really important. If it still happens when you stretch your legs before and after exercising, you should see your doctor. Other causes of muscle cramps includes dehydration and electrolyte abnormalities (mainly K and Ca).

Does it only happen while running or does it happen at night?

[pockets]

Originally Posted by Joshua E

I have been running for the last 3 weeks every other day. My breathing has gotten much better, the thing holding me back is the server cramps im getting in my shin's. I figured after 3 weeks I would not be having this problem. Any advise?

Heel walking. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UWRekYDp0Y

Stretching before you run can cause more injuries. http://healthland.time.com/2011/02/1...vent-injuries/ A warm up jog/walk is better. Do remember to stretch after your run though. I always seem to forget, and boy do I pay for it!!

[PaintedButterfly]

Originally Posted by pockets

Heel walking. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UWRekYDp0Y

Stretching before you run can cause more injuries. A warm up jog/walk is better. Do remember to stretch after your run though. I always seem to forget, and boy do I pay for it!!

Oh yeah! I remember my PE teacher going on and on about how important warm downs were at school and despite her years of shouting that I totally forgot it...

[pockets]

Originally Posted by PaintedButterfly

Oh yeah! I remember my PE teacher going on and on about how important warm downs were at school and despite her years of shouting that I totally forgot it...

I just got a subscription to Runner's World for Christmas. Reading them cover to cover has brought back a lot of stuff I had forgotten from high school gym class! When I run; I do a 10 min brisk walk, run (even if I only have time for 5 or 10min), 10 min brisk walk. Just wish I could remember my after stretching! My calves are SCREAMING at me today! lol

[lilsquirrel]

Productive week this week

Acheived my first mini goal of no longer being classed as obese and have started the C25K podcasts ^_^ only 9lbs to my 12 weeks goal

Hope everyone has had a good week

xxx

[Mizzthingaling]

I also started C25k again this week. It really helped with my first 5k so I am ready again. Also starting back on Callanetics and Pilates. I am sore but feeling good. I hope it kicks my loss into gear.

[Joshua E]

Thanks everyone. I do tend to have very short stretches, I will do them properly from now on and hope it helps, I also walk briskly for 5 min before I run. thanks for the advise guys

[Ryler832]

0.2 lb loss this week. I guess it's better than a gain. I didn't try as hard as I should have.

I'm starting a night shift job in a week and I need some tips on how to prevent weight gain. My shift is 5pm-5:30am with a 1 hour commute each way with 7 days on and 7 days off. I also have a 3rd grader and an 18-month old baby.

[Tiny Tiger]

Baseline: 1/5 -- 132
Week 1 : 1/12 -- 134
Week 2 : 1/19 -- 131
Week 3 : 1/26 -- 131
Week 4 : 2/2
Week 5 : 2/9
Week 6 : 2/16
Week 7 : 2/23
Week 8 : 3/1
Week 9 : 3/8
Week 10 : 3/15
Week 11 : 3/22
Week 12 : 3/29

I've been stuck at 131 for about 2 weeks and the scale won't budge. I'm trying to keep my cool by telling myself there must be a whoosh right around the corner for me but where is it???? Anyway, hopefully a bigger loss next week.

Good luck with today's weigh in everyone!

[KatTheAmazon]

Baseline: 1/5 --- 213
Week 1 : 1/12 --- 213
Week 2 : 1/19 --- 213
Week 3 : 1/26 --- 209
Week 4 : 2/2
Week 5 : 2/9
Week 6 : 2/16
Week 7 : 2/23
Week 8 : 3/1
Week 9 : 3/8
Week 10 : 3/15
Week 11 : 3/22
Week 12 : 3/29

Back down to ticker

[Daki]

Baseline: 1/5 --- 184.7
Week 1 : 1/12 --- 182.8
Week 2 : 1/19 --- 182.4
Week 3 : 1/26 --- 179.9
Week 4 : 2/2
Week 5 : 2/9
Week 6 : 2/16
Week 7 : 2/23
Week 8 : 3/1
Week 9 : 3/8
Week 10 : 3/15
Week 11 : 3/22
Week 12 : 3/29

I'm so stoked to be in the 170s. I was lower yesterday but I ate too much natural peanut butter and cheese last night. I can't believe I'm seeing 17*, it's been years. I've never made it back to the 160s since I left them. I can't wait!

[pockets]

Baseline: 1/5 174
Week 1 : 1/12 174
Week 2 : 1/19 180
Week 3 : 1/26 175
Week 4 : 2/2
Week 5 : 2/9
Week 6 : 2/16
Week 7 : 2/23
Week 8 : 3/1
Week 9 : 3/8
Week 10 : 3/15
Week 11 : 3/22
Week 12 : 3/29

I went for a 4 mile run last night with my training group. I've never ran 4 miles before. Boy am I sore this morning! I should go walk it out for a while, but I don't have a ride to the gym and it's to cold outside for my son.

[BigChiefHoho]

Another pound down! I'm happy with that. If I keep doing a pound a week I'll make my goal with plenty of room to spare.

Baseline: 1/5 147.8
Week 1 : 1/12 146.8
Week 2 : 1/19 144.6
Week 3 : 1/26 143.6
Week 4 : 2/2
Week 5 : 2/9
Week 6 : 2/16
Week 7 : 2/23
Week 8 : 3/1
Week 9 : 3/8
Week 10 : 3/15
Week 11 : 3/22
Week 12 : 3/29

Goal: 139.8