Questions tagged [running]
Running is the human process of moving fast. The difference between a run and walk can is typically speed plus one (or both) feet being off the ground at any one time. Use this tag to ask questions about running in the great outdoors.
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How can I overcome irrational fears of being out in the dark?
I'm a little embarassed I have to ask this but figured I cannot possibly be the only one who's had this problem.
I've gotten into (trail)running semi-seriously earlier this year. Considering how great ...
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When to say my running shoes goodbye?
How to find out that my running shoes need to be replaced?
I've switched recently from hiking to the trail running. I've hiked with the membrane shoes, which was quite an obvious indicator - if the ...
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A flexible running schedule generator (Asics)
About 8 years ago I ran a marathon and I used an online running schedule generator from Asics.
To help a friend, I tried to search for it, but I cannot find it anymore.
Does anybody know if there is a ...
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Indianapolis: Places to run up/downhill or up/downstairs outside?
I am looking for places in the Indianapolis area where I can run on hills or stairs. I love doing this but I don't want to risk spreading any asymptomatic viral infection I may have. Any advice?
It ...
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Where to buy running shoe sole replacements?
I've got a comfy pair of runners that I primarily use for walking. I've put them through the wash a few times and they come out spotless. The only ware is on sole, which appears to be 1/2 cm thick ...
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How to clean trail running shoes?
I've asked all of my trail running friends and the general consensus is to simply hose them off in the sink (some even just wear them in the shower...). I'm concerned that leaving soaking wet shoes ...
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How to follow bearings while running?
I'm am amateur orienteer that does a fair chunk of races. I'm reasonably decent at navigating - using attack points, bearings, contours, catching features etc.
But I cannot follow a bearing ...
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Is it illegal to walk on single or dual carriageways in the UK?
We're planning to walk / run the entire 275 miles (443 km) of the A5, from London to Holyhead. On Page 5 of the Official Highway Code, it states that:
Pedestrians MUST NOT be on motorways or slip ...
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What is an effective technique for plogging?
See this article on plogging, from the Washington Post Swedish Fitness Craze Coming to the US
(March 06, 2018):
Have you recently spotted people toting trash bags while jogging? Or
their hands ...
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How do you pace yourself while doing strenuous hikes above 3,000 meters (10,000 feet)?
How do you know how fast or slow to go while hiking at elevation (say above 3000 meters) on an instant per instant basis? Elevation, weight carried, steepness, surface underfoot (e.g., trails, cross-...
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How does the effort required for a hike or run depend on the amount of elevation gain?
If I do a certain hike or run, it's going to cost a certain amount of effort, which could be measured by how many calories I burn. How does this effort depend on the amount of climbing? Is there a ...
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What to look for in (trail-)running shoes for various terrain?
I'm (trail-)running quite often and I'm used to wear lightweight standard running sneakers. However, I feel like they are made for the gym or flawless asphalt. The pitty is that I like to run on ...
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What is Fast Packing?
I've heard it referred to as a cross between running and hiking, but what does that end up looking like? What type of milage/hour are people doing, there chafing issues, and is this the type of ...
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How to prevent breath steam diminishing light power when using a headlamp?
I run often at night in the mountain. For that I use a headlamp that works very well, allowing me to keep my path illuminated and my arms free.
However, when it is cold my breath creates some steam ...
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Does wearing too many layers have any negative impacts other than sweating?
I usually go out running with many, many layers on. Even though I may sweat more, I feel more comfortable and wrapped up.
Are there any dangers, other than hypothermia, of wearing too many layers?
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