That's it, I am giving up biking to run.....
11-05-13, 03:50 PM
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That's it, I am giving up biking to run.....
At least until the end of the year.
I broke my ring finger like a boss playing football. Oblique spiral fracture from the finger knuckle 1/2 way down the bone. Actually broke it in the first game and played 5 more 30 minute games on it. And in between iced it and pulled on it thinking it was only jammed trying to un-jam it. Can't ride a bike with the goofy split and vibrations cause some intense pain since the break was on an angle and the bone moves around....and I can feel it grinding.
Pic for proof....not being lazy. It is the ring finger, 2nd from the left. Luckily this was my left hand and I am right-handed.
Bonus is I can't lift much with it, which means I get out of a lot of chores....but I know I will be gotten back at once the doc releases me. My wife is counting the days.....
But I will start running a 3 mile loop tomorrow morning, so might as well train for a sprint tri while I am at it!
You know what they say! When life hands you lemons, train for a triathlon.
More so because I can't squeeze anything with my left hand.
I broke my ring finger like a boss playing football. Oblique spiral fracture from the finger knuckle 1/2 way down the bone. Actually broke it in the first game and played 5 more 30 minute games on it. And in between iced it and pulled on it thinking it was only jammed trying to un-jam it. Can't ride a bike with the goofy split and vibrations cause some intense pain since the break was on an angle and the bone moves around....and I can feel it grinding.
Pic for proof....not being lazy. It is the ring finger, 2nd from the left. Luckily this was my left hand and I am right-handed.
Bonus is I can't lift much with it, which means I get out of a lot of chores....but I know I will be gotten back at once the doc releases me. My wife is counting the days.....
But I will start running a 3 mile loop tomorrow morning, so might as well train for a sprint tri while I am at it!
You know what they say! When life hands you lemons, train for a triathlon.
More so because I can't squeeze anything with my left hand.
11-05-13, 04:40 PM
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I wish you a speedy recovery! 
I jog/run 2 miles daily on dry days in addition to riding on the warmer days. I don't keep track of times when I jog like I do when I pedal the bike, however I swear some days I run faster than I could bike given the same conditions.
I jog/run 2 miles daily on dry days in addition to riding on the warmer days. I don't keep track of times when I jog like I do when I pedal the bike, however I swear some days I run faster than I could bike given the same conditions.
11-05-13, 04:50 PM
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welcome to the runners club
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11-05-13, 06:56 PM
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11-05-13, 07:35 PM
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I've been running 2-3 times a week since mid July. It has helped my cycling allot and same with results on the scale. The first month or so sucks cuz the body is getting used to the pounding. After that it does get easier...
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Watch out with the running. It's a very different stress to the legs compared to cycling. I pulled a hammie while running a close to full out sprint after running a mile and was completely warmed up. Being 52 probably didn't help. Surprisingly I can still ride if I don't stand up and mash the pedals.
11-05-13, 08:16 PM
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I am a former runner, ran for years and years finished three marathons and hundreds of smaller races and biathlons.
If you are heavy or slightly overweight running is very hard your joints and bones. If you are heavy and are trying to lose weight bicycling is just a way better and safer way to do it.
I am a 60 years old and a diabetic and need to exercise, bike riding is just way more fun and much less wear on your body. I live in Michigan and ride all year long, every day while working I just cant wait to get home and get on my bike. When I go to sleep I think about my next ride.
Next time you see a runner , look at his face he wont be smiling. Then look at the face of a guy on a bike lol.
For me it is no contest bicycling is just better in many ways.
If you are heavy or slightly overweight running is very hard your joints and bones. If you are heavy and are trying to lose weight bicycling is just a way better and safer way to do it.
I am a 60 years old and a diabetic and need to exercise, bike riding is just way more fun and much less wear on your body. I live in Michigan and ride all year long, every day while working I just cant wait to get home and get on my bike. When I go to sleep I think about my next ride.
Next time you see a runner , look at his face he wont be smiling. Then look at the face of a guy on a bike lol.
For me it is no contest bicycling is just better in many ways.
11-06-13, 09:19 AM
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I was *NEVER* a runner. Never ran from or for anything before this year.
I went from totaling a truck with my shoulder in June, back on the bike and able to run at the end of July to a Marathon on Oct 27th. Took me 314 miles and 15,157 of elevation gain of training for that stupid event. There is 4:50 o' my life I will never be able to get back.
I'll just add... Running SUCKS
Did I mention that running sucks? If not please see above.
I went from totaling a truck with my shoulder in June, back on the bike and able to run at the end of July to a Marathon on Oct 27th. Took me 314 miles and 15,157 of elevation gain of training for that stupid event. There is 4:50 o' my life I will never be able to get back.
I'll just add... Running SUCKS
Did I mention that running sucks? If not please see above.
11-06-13, 09:58 AM
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Just for some balance: I be loving running. A 10K each weekend, couple 5K runs during the week. I dove in: minimalist shoes, mp3 interval coach, amphipod hand bottles, gps watch. Soreness and joint pain are non-issues, I'm a good deal more sore after riding 60m. My bikes are looking at me sadly as I walk by in my running gear - sorry guys. Give me a hour or so to put in a genuine work-out, I'll pick running every time. And I be smiling before, during and at the end. Marathon? No thank you, I'm having fun. 60yo, 6ft., 210 lbs.
11-06-13, 10:05 AM
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Thanks for the well wishes, I'd definitely rather be riding, but alas I don't need to get more hurt.
And I used to run quite a bit before, then got lazy, so I totally know the stress. Plus that was probably 50 lbs ago as well.
And I used to run quite a bit before, then got lazy, so I totally know the stress. Plus that was probably 50 lbs ago as well.
11-06-13, 10:08 AM
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I have no evidence to offer other than my own experience... but I feel jogging improved my climbing on the bike. Heal quick!
11-06-13, 10:33 AM
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30+ years and a hundred pounds ago I was a runner. In most places I would have been considered as elite. I've been saying for years that when I get down to 200 pounds I'll take up running again.
I've noticed on my Strava feed there are lots of BF Clydes that run. Enjoy the break. Hope it makes you a better cyclist.
I've noticed on my Strava feed there are lots of BF Clydes that run. Enjoy the break. Hope it makes you a better cyclist.
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I used to run a lot (4-6 miles at lunch 4-5 days a week) but I was 190 not 270. I have started running again.
this is what is working for me........you ma be completely different.
I ditched my big heavy supportive shoes (Brooks Beast, Gel Kayano) in favor of nike free.
I have changed my stride from heel hit, roll to mid/forefoot strike
The result is i can run, and the knees do no rebell and yell in pain.
I am taking this switch slow...... running hits me aerobically a lot harder/faster than biking does and the stride change needs to build of different muscles.
On a track I walk a lap (1/4 mile) then run jog a lap, repeat up to my target distance for the day (3 miles right now...not huge but better than not moving). If I am on a trail I use my HRM....walk until I am warmed up, run until I hit my max, walk until I am at my min, run until I hit my max....you get the idea.
have fun
this is what is working for me........you ma be completely different.
I ditched my big heavy supportive shoes (Brooks Beast, Gel Kayano) in favor of nike free.
I have changed my stride from heel hit, roll to mid/forefoot strike
The result is i can run, and the knees do no rebell and yell in pain.
I am taking this switch slow...... running hits me aerobically a lot harder/faster than biking does and the stride change needs to build of different muscles.
On a track I walk a lap (1/4 mile) then run jog a lap, repeat up to my target distance for the day (3 miles right now...not huge but better than not moving). If I am on a trail I use my HRM....walk until I am warmed up, run until I hit my max, walk until I am at my min, run until I hit my max....you get the idea.
have fun
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11-07-13, 09:22 AM
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I used to run a lot (4-6 miles at lunch 4-5 days a week) but I was 190 not 270. I have started running again.
this is what is working for me........you ma be completely different.
I ditched my big heavy supportive shoes (Brooks Beast, Gel Kayano) in favor of nike free.
I have changed my stride from heel hit, roll to mid/forefoot strike
The result is i can run, and the knees do no rebell and yell in pain.
I am taking this switch slow...... running hits me aerobically a lot harder/faster than biking does and the stride change needs to build of different muscles.
On a track I walk a lap (1/4 mile) then run jog a lap, repeat up to my target distance for the day (3 miles right now...not huge but better than not moving). If I am on a trail I use my HRM....walk until I am warmed up, run until I hit my max, walk until I am at my min, run until I hit my max....you get the idea.
have fun
this is what is working for me........you ma be completely different.
I ditched my big heavy supportive shoes (Brooks Beast, Gel Kayano) in favor of nike free.
I have changed my stride from heel hit, roll to mid/forefoot strike
The result is i can run, and the knees do no rebell and yell in pain.
I am taking this switch slow...... running hits me aerobically a lot harder/faster than biking does and the stride change needs to build of different muscles.
On a track I walk a lap (1/4 mile) then run jog a lap, repeat up to my target distance for the day (3 miles right now...not huge but better than not moving). If I am on a trail I use my HRM....walk until I am warmed up, run until I hit my max, walk until I am at my min, run until I hit my max....you get the idea.
have fun
Great advice SD, I am going to look into better shoes to run in since my shoes I used for biking probably are the best. Luckily I didn't have clipless pedals but those shoes have a lot of miles on them regardless.
Those Nike Free's are really nice too. Might wander into a shoe store and check them out.
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If you can, find a dedicated running store that offers gate analysis. They'll video you on a treadmill and offer the right type of shoe for your style. I'm an over-pronator. So, I buy shoes that stop my foot from rolling from the outside to the inside when they are flat. Your mileage (and feet) may vary.
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If you can, find a dedicated running store that offers gate analysis. They'll video you on a treadmill and offer the right type of shoe for your style. I'm an over-pronator. So, I buy shoes that stop my foot from rolling from the outside to the inside when they are flat. Your mileage (and feet) may vary.
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dam! thanks for sharing the x-rays!!!! careful running now ... you break a toe and you'll have to take up swimming! 
wishing you a good recovery
wishing you a good recovery
11-07-13, 10:59 AM
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