Runners
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Looking for advice here guys.
Need to buy ‘something’ to keep me informed of: heart rate, calories burned and beep whenever I go over a set heart rate limit. Any additional functions will be useful and nice-to-have further down the line.
I’ll initially use it for brisk walks and contolled cycling. Will likely jog too later on as I (IF ) I get in better shape .
Thank you for all suggestions.The journey is the objective.
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@motojobobo I’d recommend Garmin and I think most of them will have a heart rate monitor that you should be able to set to alert you if your HR goes to a certain number.
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@motojobobo agree with @Nik on this. I’ve loved all my garmins. You should check out dcrainmaker.com he reviews everything and makes recommendations for cycling, running etc.
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@motojobobo if you have an iPhone, an Apple Watch checks all those boxes
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Finally in the above average zone. Only by .1 - another small step towards my fitness goals. While this was a walk. (My 5k this morning was 42.5) I’m still taking it as a win. For the next 4 weeks I’ll be in a fitness competition at work. I’m hoping to get my runs and walks all in the above average zone by week 4. Let’s go!
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@Fadez awesome job man. I’ve been trying to get my cardio fitness up on my watch too. It’s definitely been motivating me to get out there consistently again.
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Did my first Half marathon Race today after not running for over 10 years .
Started back running again at the start of the year been logging some decent miles and picked up a few injuries which has set me back but happy to compete Bristol Half Marathon in 1:29:27 on a Hot day . Think it was 25c
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@Fadez cheers mate I honestly didn’t know what I was capable of running 13.1 miles at a given pace , I’ve been doing x4 2 mile repeats off 2mins recovery at 6:35 per mile pace most Saturdays when I haven’t been injured .
so I just ran relaxed kept just clicked off the miles .
These are probably the most consistent Mile splits I’ve ever run
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I've always wanted to get into running, and only recently (this year) got fit enough to perhaps start... Any advice for a newbie?
I've lost 25kg in weight the past year, so feel a lot lighter on my feet in general whereas before when I wanted to start I felt like I would wreck my knees
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@Jord join a running club
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What's everyone listening to on their runs. Ive got bored of the same playlist on my watch, and i cannot get podcasts or audiobooks to synch with it at the moment, but have some new shorts on order that have a phone pouch so I can start listening to them too..
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Me wheezing, trying to find more oxygen in the air. Old people driving, looking me in the eyes, and narrowly missing me. 200 pound attack dogs, off leash, that want to rip my body to shreds…
Truth is, I can’t keep ear pods, buds, etc. in my ears when I run. I’ve tried the over the ear sport types, but I hate the cords.
So to follow up on your question: any recommendations for headphones for running?
"I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)
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I use both airpods and Shokz depending on where I am running (if i need more spacial awareness, not airpods)
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@goosehd I have some power Beats Pro that I like running with. Goes over the ear so they feel pretty secure. Cordless also
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Thank you guys! As to what I listen to when I’m running (indoors on Elliptical) is music (dance/electric) that is upbeat with a pretty good beat. I find that if there is a good tempo that I will try to match it and run faster. Slower days and I will try and do the same to seek out music with a slower tempo. I know it doesn’t help much as you were asking about podcasts and audiobooks.
I just normally need something (especially indoors as it’s boring) to keep me motivated.
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@Alex I’m usually listening to podcasts like ‘love is the message’ or Ezra klein or things by Novara media, or running podcasts like singletrack, or whatever newish music seems interesting after reading pitchfork reviews. Recently that has been Maria sommerville, playboi carti, and Bon iver. I tried shokz but prefer AirPods Pro which are easier to use and in transparency mode I can still hear what’s around.
I’m for sure cheering you on 
