tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post2343394376768892434..comments2024-03-29T08:20:37.660-05:00Comments on Lisa's Yarns: What I've Learned from RunningLisa from Lisa's Yarnshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05335500882510597919noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-87955055339692340262012-04-21T20:48:38.552-05:002012-04-21T20:48:38.552-05:00"Cotton is your enemy and body glide is your ..."Cotton is your enemy and body glide is your friend." HAHA! I want you to somehow work this into the name of a post...just because.<br /><br />I learned about cotton - you need something that wicks away the moisture - from Girl Scouts and hiking - and since my mom's such an avid hiker she swears by body glide too!Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10497016301321352544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-29310750201198272332012-04-19T12:39:43.573-05:002012-04-19T12:39:43.573-05:00Oh man, I ran my first half in a cotton sports bra...Oh man, I ran my first half in a cotton sports bra - BIG mistake!!! I definitely would never make that mistake again! Haha. <br /><br />These are great tips. I 100% agree on the mental thing. You just need to tell yourself you're going to do it and DO IT!Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05185652640389232120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-83186377771456055762012-04-19T09:09:23.731-05:002012-04-19T09:09:23.731-05:00I bought synthetic socks and bras before I started...I bought synthetic socks and bras before I started running, on the advice of the store dude. And I've never had any chafing or blisters. Such a huge thing. <br /><br />I followed the training plans so much, and it's probably the only reason I was able to run the ten miler. <br /><br />Bacon is not a good pre run food. Or anything fatty. I learned that one early on. Hydrating has been my biggest physical struggle, because I always feel sloshy if I drink too much, but can't run if I don't drink enough. I figure I'll get better with time. <br /><br />And then mental thing? Yeah. For me it's mental, always.Jess @ Wrangling Chaoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09682383076098747885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-22321510193927774242012-04-19T07:05:08.642-05:002012-04-19T07:05:08.642-05:00I love this! I've been so discouraged lately, ...I love this! I've been so discouraged lately, because I couldn't run in my 5k or 10k due to extenuating circumstances...and my half marathon draws ever closer!!!<br /><br />Body Glide does sound scandalous - but I will definitely check into it! My longest run so far is 7 miles, so I'm pretty sure I'll bee needing it when I get a little higher.Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04090085074817685100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-49375588543647261022012-04-19T06:59:50.487-05:002012-04-19T06:59:50.487-05:00Great post! And I completely agree with the mental...Great post! And I completely agree with the mental > physical aspects of running. I wish I didn't still psyche myself out sometimes, but I have to admit that I do.Raquelitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13138113830990586689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-46815549585833554262012-04-19T05:56:01.437-05:002012-04-19T05:56:01.437-05:00Hi from a new reader! I'm not sure how many cl...Hi from a new reader! I'm not sure how many clicks or where I started before ending up here :)<br /><br />Great post. What I have learned just recently, in fact, don't deny yourself the joy that is finishing. I'm working so hard on not putting 100% into my time/pace. That way of thinking will almost guarantee disappointment. <br /><br /><a href="http://jillconyers.com/" rel="nofollow">[Fitness, Health and Happiness]</a>jillconyershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03398264402337362781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-8189178438162063702012-04-18T22:35:51.908-05:002012-04-18T22:35:51.908-05:00Love body glide and your tip about needing gatorad...Love body glide and your tip about needing gatorade if running for me than a hr I couldn't agree more! I remember when I was training for my half and I felt so sick after my 8 mile run that I practically passed out. ugh.. <br /><br />I def need to get back on the running wagon. I really would like to do another half.Cherry Blossomshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11369408515701153796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-63545073995687657992012-04-18T19:48:13.449-05:002012-04-18T19:48:13.449-05:00You seriously amaze me with your commitment to run...You seriously amaze me with your commitment to running. So awesome!Allihttp://26dishes.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-91816316164769622652012-04-18T19:34:20.248-05:002012-04-18T19:34:20.248-05:00The biggest lesson I have learned is to rest when ...The biggest lesson I have learned is to rest when something doesn't feel right.Jolene - EverydayFoodiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11490816021651698189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-45700975352657114622012-04-18T18:38:10.963-05:002012-04-18T18:38:10.963-05:00I totally agree with it being mental. When I start...I totally agree with it being mental. When I start focusing on how tired I am, how hot I am, and how badly I want to be done -- it's not a pleasant run. When I say "Okay, get to the next tree." or just focus on the beauty around me -- totally different! <br /><br />I still run with cotton socks and cotton sports bras 60% of the time. Probably why I literally have a wound on my bra line! <br /><br />My biggest challenge with running with my stomach - and have to plan. If I eat bad food even the DAY before a run, I guarentee I will be very sick. So spontaneous runs are not in my cards.Abbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06854266979976413979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-29538523678980404462012-04-18T15:05:56.160-05:002012-04-18T15:05:56.160-05:00All great tips! I always find it eye-opening to so...All great tips! I always find it eye-opening to sometime pause and think of how far we've come, whether it be running or somtehing else. I remember Olle used to run with one of the timers he used at his lab - it was huge and chunky! lol :)Anaisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-73487942887942946872012-04-18T14:55:56.841-05:002012-04-18T14:55:56.841-05:00I have not figured out the mental game with runnin...I have not figured out the mental game with running. I guess my mind is weak, ha. It's tough, so I give anyone who can do it props.Stephanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01664500645286563334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-45589446382920294552012-04-18T12:17:15.239-05:002012-04-18T12:17:15.239-05:00Running is sooo mental! You're right. As for g...Running is sooo mental! You're right. As for gatorade, the only time I actually drank it during a run was at the marathon because it was so hot I knew I needed it and forced it down (I really don't like gatorade). But I should probably look into something else that might have similar benefits.Carolinehttp://sweetcarolineblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-23933609470045084012012-04-18T11:10:37.144-05:002012-04-18T11:10:37.144-05:00I think that you are right on with many of these. ...I think that you are right on with many of these. Especially your last point. I think the mental part is the hardest part to get used to. It's about discipline and hard work and getting out there when you don't WANT to, not when your body doesn't want to, but your mind doesn't want to. <br /><br />I laughed at a couple of these. Pickles!? I had a jar of pickles one night and had a hard time running the NEXT day. I was SO dehydrated! The same goes for anything overly salty; my tongue feels like a dry sponge. That is different for each person though and requires a LOT of trial and error, as does the hydration thing. <br /><br />As for the body glide/butt paste/ Vaseline etc, I have never used it (knock on wood!) and I still wear cotton socks (and undies!) But for sure I need to have a non-cotton shirt if I am going for a long (read: sweaty) run.Kyria @ Travel Spothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05889638304509763419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-81450259150499804772012-04-18T10:31:38.765-05:002012-04-18T10:31:38.765-05:00This post is so inspiring! I'm finding that ev...This post is so inspiring! I'm finding that even though I'm still a "baby" runner, I'm learning lots. I made my first training plan yesterday, but I basically just combined two of Hal Higdon's (one for a 10K and one for a half) and added in yoga (I know my IT band gets grumpy without it). It's great that there are so many resources AND inspiring runners like you for those of us just starting!Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08244460468432716220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-37135477275109332042012-04-18T09:56:58.559-05:002012-04-18T09:56:58.559-05:00Is it wrong that I laughed re: pickles & pre r...Is it wrong that I laughed re: pickles & pre run snack? =) <br /><br />And yes, running is very, very mental.Norahttp://walkingwithnora.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-74695372965417023142012-04-18T09:48:16.329-05:002012-04-18T09:48:16.329-05:00I think you could write a book about running after...I think you could write a book about running after reading your post! It was very inspirational!Marlyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06193291251401344495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-7688279466168491012012-04-18T08:08:53.352-05:002012-04-18T08:08:53.352-05:00Oh my goodness YES I agree 100% with this post! I...Oh my goodness YES I agree 100% with this post! I've also learned everything here (replace pickles with yogurt) and usually the hard way! I would say that while I do get a runner's high from time to time and that I do enjoy running overall, sometimes a single run can really suck. Sometimes several in a row aren't very fun. You just have to keep going and it'll all be worth it in the end!!missrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03595843215458849973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-50854857648087698062012-04-18T07:41:43.499-05:002012-04-18T07:41:43.499-05:00I think it's so great how passionate you are a...I think it's so great how passionate you are about running. I sincerely wish I was a motivated enough person to keep at a fitness/sport activity regularly, but as of right now I'm just not. I love going to fitness classes though but with school and a part-time job with random hours, it's hard to keep a schedule with it. I would say though that as a not-super-fitness person, my biggest lesson has been to eat light but well before heading into a work-out. And never have a coffee before a class, either. That just doesn't go over well!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-88744273388079424882012-04-18T07:09:38.737-05:002012-04-18T07:09:38.737-05:00I hate to admit that i still wear cotton all the t...I hate to admit that i still wear cotton all the time! In some cases it does bother me but in others it doesn't. I have learned that some days you just have to remember to take it on mile at a time. And enjoy each run!Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01210098462417950977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-8452765539960106212012-04-18T07:09:03.303-05:002012-04-18T07:09:03.303-05:00We're at that age now where even the hard part...We're at that age now where even the hard party people want to start taking better care of themselves and start running. It's nice to get the respect that comes from them asking for your advice.Carolina Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14834384961037080805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-30266059631115863852012-04-18T06:54:56.675-05:002012-04-18T06:54:56.675-05:00Very interesting post and another reason while I w...Very interesting post and another reason while I will never be a long distance runner, my body hates gatorade haha. I definitely think running is a very mental game, my "good runs" vs. "bad runs" are generally when I am in it or not in it mentally.Kelly (She Wears a Red Sox Cap)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04415604174106394910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-14578108321757681092012-04-18T06:43:23.560-05:002012-04-18T06:43:23.560-05:00Love this post, Lisa! I echo every point you'v...Love this post, Lisa! I echo every point you've made! Whenever someone mentions to me they *might* train for a marathon, I remind them that they have the physical fitness level to do it ... they just have to want to do it ... and that distance running really has a huge mental component to it.Nilsa @ SoMi Speakshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08474642034399063234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-28625001613563185852012-04-18T06:33:19.096-05:002012-04-18T06:33:19.096-05:00The mental part is what has kept me going and want...The mental part is what has kept me going and wanting more and more in this whole running thing. Once you figure out that part and overcome it, it can be applied to all other sorts of areas in your life!abbihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05956734205798602159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-39692648241372854662012-04-18T04:10:08.234-05:002012-04-18T04:10:08.234-05:00I 100% agree with everything!!! The mental vs phys...I 100% agree with everything!!! The mental vs physical is so true, I actually explained that to someone just last week.<br /><br />I think you have to find your pace, and find what you can do. I love races like this past Saturday, where you see all different people all getting out and being active!!! <br /><br />Happy Trails :)Charis Faithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01199090990410292913noreply@blogger.com