I'm freakin' loving these videos lately. You're talking about consistency with running, but you are absolutely crushing it with frequent and consistently high-quality content. Way to go, man. There are so many things that I'd do differently if I could start over with my running: 1. I'd find structure in my running plan sooner. I don't need a calendar that sets out what I'm doing weeks in advance, but I am now able to have a rough guide in my head for what I want to be able to do in the coming few days or week that will allow me to improve. It might mean putting a little more or less intensity into a certain day, or structuring a workout in a way that will make sure that I can recover in time for a longer run. That structure lets me plan my own progress (e.g. I know that if I can do X-workout this week, then I should be able to run at Y-pace for Z-kilometres during my long run next week). 2. I'd learn to manage my diet earlier. When I started running, I had no idea what I was doing with macros or calories; sometimes I'd run fasted, other times I'd fuel with whiskey and a street kebab. The difference that a good diet makes in every area of life is astonishing. 3. I'd pick better shoes and socks. God, the blisters I had to suffer through. Never a problem anymore. 4. I'd actually do strength and conditioning. As soon as I started, I began to feel so much more confident in my ability to avoid injury, and a good S&C routine is worth at least an extra day of running as far as speed and muscular endurance goes (I do 2 days per week of legs in the gym (always on the same days as a harder workout), plus 2 days of core work in the gym).
As part of my acceptance of current body capabilities I figured showing up on this channel as much as I can is something I can work towards, just like running 🏃 These are great tips - probably better tips than I had 😂 thanks Luke! I’ve definitely suffered though some horrible blisters - PTSD
I would begin running with a group earlier and run with good runners. The amount of long runs I’ve looked down and gone “Oh shit we are 14km in” because I have been chatting with someone compared to running solo is crazy! Running with good runners and seeing them run easy also helped me realise I didn’t need to burn myself every run. I’m not saying being anal about your heart rate, but easy should feel easy!
I´m relatively new to running but bringing my long runs into the hills, woods and on the trails made a huge impact. I almost see it like I used to see hiking before. Enjoying the nature and breath some good air. And alongside that build up my endurance.
Great video Connor as always. I could learn how to do more quality like u do 😅 i am wondering, u say to have “fun” whilst running..,but most people find running not so fun. How do u find running fun? 🤔 personally, i find running fun only when i am going somewhere unkown, in an event or in the bush, otherwise if i am running in a straight line it can seem very boring.
I just carry my camera everywhere with me these days. I find running the most fun when it feels good. When you break though the initial stages and get into that period where it just feels nice - very fun.
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how does bro only have 3.5k subscribers? This is top tier running content
Haven’t been around for long my guy! But thankyou
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I'm freakin' loving these videos lately. You're talking about consistency with running, but you are absolutely crushing it with frequent and consistently high-quality content. Way to go, man.
There are so many things that I'd do differently if I could start over with my running:
1. I'd find structure in my running plan sooner. I don't need a calendar that sets out what I'm doing weeks in advance, but I am now able to have a rough guide in my head for what I want to be able to do in the coming few days or week that will allow me to improve. It might mean putting a little more or less intensity into a certain day, or structuring a workout in a way that will make sure that I can recover in time for a longer run. That structure lets me plan my own progress (e.g. I know that if I can do X-workout this week, then I should be able to run at Y-pace for Z-kilometres during my long run next week).
2. I'd learn to manage my diet earlier. When I started running, I had no idea what I was doing with macros or calories; sometimes I'd run fasted, other times I'd fuel with whiskey and a street kebab. The difference that a good diet makes in every area of life is astonishing.
3. I'd pick better shoes and socks. God, the blisters I had to suffer through. Never a problem anymore.
4. I'd actually do strength and conditioning. As soon as I started, I began to feel so much more confident in my ability to avoid injury, and a good S&C routine is worth at least an extra day of running as far as speed and muscular endurance goes (I do 2 days per week of legs in the gym (always on the same days as a harder workout), plus 2 days of core work in the gym).
As part of my acceptance of current body capabilities I figured showing up on this channel as much as I can is something I can work towards, just like running 🏃
These are great tips - probably better tips than I had 😂 thanks Luke!
I’ve definitely suffered though some horrible blisters - PTSD
I'm starting and I enjoyed this tips!
My HR is all over the place. Running at a pace of 6-7 makes my heart go to 160 bpm
Yep I was the same - get on the bike and build that base and it should be more controlled over time 👍
I would begin running with a group earlier and run with good runners. The amount of long runs I’ve looked down and gone “Oh shit we are 14km in” because I have been chatting with someone compared to running solo is crazy!
Running with good runners and seeing them run easy also helped me realise I didn’t need to burn myself every run. I’m not saying being anal about your heart rate, but easy should feel easy!
Love it mate - something I do need to actually do too. Not many runners around my area (that I know of)
I am a new runner with a 1080v12 and this is the content I am looking for. Cheers!
V12s best show of all time
I´m relatively new to running but bringing my long runs into the hills, woods and on the trails made a huge impact. I almost see it like I used to see hiking before. Enjoying the nature and breath some good air. And alongside that build up my endurance.
Absolutely! There’s nothing better than being out in the elements with leaves under foot in some cool morning air
Great video Connor as always. I could learn how to do more quality like u do 😅 i am wondering, u say to have “fun” whilst running..,but most people find running not so fun. How do u find running fun? 🤔 personally, i find running fun only when i am going somewhere unkown, in an event or in the bush, otherwise if i am running in a straight line it can seem very boring.
I just carry my camera everywhere with me these days.
I find running the most fun when it feels good. When you break though the initial stages and get into that period where it just feels nice - very fun.
I would definitely try and stay way more CONSISTENT.
Absolutely! That’s my 2025 goal
Those days when i shouldnt have run but the sun was shining and it was too good a day to not run
lol when the conditions are too good for a rest day 😂