Running

[Fat_Bulldog]

I hate the runs.

[docellis]

I have several gym memberships

Isn't that expensive?

I'm glad someone caught that

I spend $10 total per month on gym memberships. Some companies offer free health club memberships as a part of employment. Plus the money I actually pay was determined years ago and (knock on wood) has been overlooked.

[Secret Weapon]

I usually run 5-7 miles about 3 days a week and for the last few weeks I've been quitting around 3. My knees don't seem to be hurting any more than normal, but it seems like I'm exhausting myself really quickly. I bounce back just fine though. Maybe it's just my mindset or the weather or something. WTF?

When I stall out I go to endorush (they sell it an GNC) or I start looking at my shoes. Usually my shoes are the problem. I can only put 100-200 miles on them before I need to change them out.

Another thing that helps me when I stall out is changing out my music.

if you run 5 miles a day, 4 days a week, then you are buying new shoes every 1-2 months.

[docellis]

I usually run 5-7 miles about 3 days a week and for the last few weeks I've been quitting around 3. My knees don't seem to be hurting any more than normal, but it seems like I'm exhausting myself really quickly. I bounce back just fine though. Maybe it's just my mindset or the weather or something. WTF?

When I stall out I go to endorush (they sell it an GNC) or I start looking at my shoes. Usually my shoes are the problem. I can only put 100-200 miles on them before I need to change them out.

Another thing that helps me when I stall out is changing out my music.

if you run 5 miles a day, 4 days a week, then you are buying new shoes every 1-2 months.

I don't run 5 miles a day, 4 days a week - at least not 12 months a year. In the summer I run more than 5 miles a day, most days but not always 4 days a week. I go on spurts, when I get too sore from running I do 45 minutes on a stair climber (or other machine). Also, I usually take off a week per month. And in the winter I rarely run 4 days a week, in any month during the winter. But I do buy a lot of shoes. Just not every 2 months.
One reason I'm not running much this month (other than it just being cold out) is I really, really need new shoes and it feels selfish to go spend $100 on tennis shoes for myself instead of xmas presents for other people.

But right now my shoes are trashed.

[JCShutout]

I usually run 5-7 miles about 3 days a week and for the last few weeks I've been quitting around 3. My knees don't seem to be hurting any more than normal, but it seems like I'm exhausting myself really quickly. I bounce back just fine though. Maybe it's just my mindset or the weather or something. WTF?

When I stall out I go to endorush (they sell it an GNC) or I start looking at my shoes. Usually my shoes are the problem. I can only put 100-200 miles on them before I need to change them out.

Another thing that helps me when I stall out is changing out my music.

if you run 5 miles a day, 4 days a week, then you are buying new shoes every 1-2 months.

I run over 6 3-5x/week, and haven't bought new shoes since September (they are tearing though).

Is it because of the elliptical machines, or do I need to buy new shoes to save my feet?

[docellis]

I run over 6 3-5x/week, and haven't bought new shoes since September (they are tearing though).

Is it because of the elliptical machines, or do I need to buy new shoes to save my feet?

There is nowhere near the pressure on your shoes (and joints I guess) using an elliptical versus running, but my estimate of 100-200 miles was probably off anyway.

[Freed Roger]

I do get foot and ankle pain when I'm trying to get ramped up w/ running. My bro-in law a sports PT seems to think shoes could be part of the problem.

Sounds like I work my shoes about twice as long as most do. because I'm cheap. I've had better luck with trail runners, as far as life of the shoe. they are a bit sturdier - I won't break any records in them, but I never would anyway.

[jdk82]

I run over 6 3-5x/week, and haven't bought new shoes since September (they are tearing though).

Is it because of the elliptical machines, or do I need to buy new shoes to save my feet?

There is nowhere near the pressure on your shoes (and joints I guess) using an elliptical versus running, but my estimate of 100-200 miles was probably off anyway.

300-500 mles is what I have read in the past.

[JackofDiamonds]

I do get foot and ankle pain when I'm trying to get ramped up w/ running. My bro-in law a sports PT seems to think shoes could be part of the problem.

Sounds like I work my shoes about twice as long as most do. because I'm cheap. I've had better luck with trail runners, as far as life of the shoe. they are a bit sturdier - I won't break any records in them, but I never would anyway.

I just spent 2 hours at Marathon Sports getting fitted for new shoes. I have a tendency to overpronate when running; to avoid shin splints, I wear a specific style of shoe that prevents me from overpronating. There must be a running store in St. Louis that will fit you based on your running style. You'll feel faster and more comfortable the first time out.

I am training for the Boston Marathon right now http://www.tuftsmarathonchallenge.com/runners/jongais, and the advice I've gotten is to replace my shoes after 300-400 miles. At this pace, that's a new pair of shoes every 3-4 months.