Rubyee

I really want to start jogging- a great way to lose weight, stay healthy, and time to ease my mind- nothing but reflection.

But I need help. I don't have much endurace. I know that I am out of shape, so I set out today to run around the block without stopping. Please, don't laugh. I can walk long distaces, but running gets me so winded. I ended up running around half the block.

My main problem is my chest. I didn't know whether or not to post this here or in the ladies lounge, but I decided to take my chances here. I have been cursed with large boobs, and they hurt when running- imagine Pamela Anderson jogging- but with natural boobs that bounce up and down.

Do any of you ladies have this problem? I am using a sports bra, but it doesn't seem to help? How have you overcome this? Is there a special type of jogging bra that I can buy?

Also, any other advice for a new jogger would be nice. How did you overcome the first few months of jogging? Does it get easier?

I guess just any old glimmer of hope would help here.

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http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

running is hard.

it takes me like 23min to run a 4.something KM track (there are hills and stairs...) and it hurts, I always feel like I am dying.

IT is because I didn't follow that link up there, and just run to far.
It makes me not want to do it again.

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Rubyee,

1. I love jogging / running - I don't know what kind of hope you were looking for (I'm no Obiwan) but best of luck. Great exercise, great for relaxation, and you can take it almost anywhere.

2. I'm going to suggest being careful with your form. The people I know who have long-terms issues with jogging/running have issues with their joints (mostly knees and ankles) and this is from poor contact with the ground.

3. If you decide to stick with it, get the best running shoes you can. It's worth it.

4. As far as endurance goes - I'm going to suggest starting small - around the block is fine...whatever you feel comfortable with. Also, I've known people who did the walk a while, jog a while thing...and eventually you find you can jog your whole goal distance/time.

4. Ummm...I've never had that particular problem with running with breasts. All I've got is nipples, etc. But I did look in Runner's World for you: if this doesn't do it, it's a pretty good resource. You might go to a local runner's shop and ask someone there for their advice. Or wait for a lady-type to respond to the thread.

Either way, best of luck. Crap, while I'm at it (and I'm also not the small bald man from Rocky) - but let me just go ahead and super emphasize stretching, before and after. Will save injury down the road. Also, I've been trained to stretch after breaking a sweat - so that the muscles have warmed up.

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amonkie

Running is horrible on your knees, and the same thing happens to me, Rubyee - big boobs are great for some things, but not running. I've seen girls double up on sports bras until NOTHING moves, and I personally have opted to play racquetball or some other cardio game instead, because at least it's not CONSTANT up and down.

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Redlemon

For the bras, check out Title Nine Sports, which is just women's athletic gear. My wife gets sports bras there. The bras have "barbell ratings" to distingush support levels.

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SiN

I can offer a couple tips

I started running earlier this summer, I'd never really been a runner before (bicycle was my excercise of choice).

now, I still like to bike, but i really dig running.

1. start small. of course. it helps if you're at least generally in shape from lots of walking.
1a. but - remember, the 1st 10 mins are the worst. at some point, you need to figure out that you need to push yourself through the beginning of it.

2. shoes shoes shoes. go to a shop, have them help you figure out if you pronate or supinate. then choose good shoes accordingly.

3. bra - I love my Champion for running. it's not one of the cheap Target ones, it's one of the pricier Champions. go to a place that sells em and try em on whilst jumping up and down.

4. Hydration is very important. before and after. and make sure to eat some healthy carb after running, it *really* helps with recovery (meaning, less soreness the next day).

um, that's all off the top of my head.

best of luck to you, it's a great feeling once you get it goin

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j8ear

I can't really offer much experience with a rack as it were, but the missus is rather gifted in this department and swears by both title nine sports bra's AND the patagonia zip front heavy duty c/d sports bra.

As far as running, the key I've found is to find a program that has worked for beginners and stick with it...they include something like this to get yourself some stamina:

Walk/Jog for 30 minutes. Walk for 5 minutes and then jog for 30 seconds. Follow that sequence for the entire workout. This is your first taste of running. Do not run for more than 30 seconds at a time. Run at a pace that is fairly comfortable.

And they all include rest days, and REQUIRE discipline.

The biggest problem for beginning runners is setting your goals/expectations to high and then either injuring yourself or losing interest.

I found this eight week guide with a quick google search:

http://www.runningplanet.com/article...article_id=340

Remember the key is SLOWLY building up to a run, without injury. Injuries and/or personal disappointment are quick paths to quitting.

Good Luck,

-bear

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j8ear

I forgot to mention that a good 15 minute STRETCH IS VERY IMPORTANT before every work out. Also a 10-15 minute stretch after the workout is helpful. This will help reduce injuries, warm up (or cool down) the muscles you just traumatized, make your recovery quicker and reduce the soreness in muscles.

-bear

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dlish

instead of running half and thenwalking half, trying running a quarter, then a walk and then a run....soon youll find yourself running it all

ease into the exercise, say over 6 week period..but dont rush anything. if its weightloss your after, a good diet coupled with caiovascular exercise does wonders!

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Rodney

Good shoes, definitely; no matter how expensive they are, they'll pay off in protection from foot, knee, and back problems.

Walk/jog to get started, as everyone says. It does get easier.

If possible, run on dirt or blacktop instead of concrete. Dirt and blacktop have a little "give" which reduce the impact shock on your frame. Concrete has almost no give.

thingstodo

Here are a few thoughts or you:

1. Get a heart monitor and learn how to train in different zones. Here are three great links to help you understand this stuff:

http://www.trifuel.com/triathlon/tri...ate-000574.php

http://www.duathlon.com/articles/1460

http://www.lifetimefitness.com/modul...ning_chart.pdf

The last link is to a great zone chart from Lifetime Fitness

2. Think about using an eliptical trainer. No/low impact and all the benefits of running, especially with your concerns. I hate running and love these things. I actually use an Arc trainer which means it just doesn't have the arm portion and you can use handles to simulate climbing as part of your workout. Plus, they read your heart monitor strap.

3. Think about a spin class. You can be a complete, out of shape novice and just work at your own tension level on the bike. You can really build a great fintness level over a few months.

That's my two cents worth!

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HedwigStrange

First and foremost: Are you sure you don't have asthma? If you are getting winded in that short of time, you may have it. If not...

Basic Advice that everyona else has given, but I will repeat for emphasis:
1. Stretch!!! Lots. (Don't forget to stretch the arms as they tend to cramp up if you don't)
2. Drink oodles of water! Stop drinking and eating about two hours before you run so you don't get sick.
3. Get good running shoes (go to a shop that is specialized enough that they have treadmills to watch you run on. They can video tape the motion of your feet and detect any problems in your gait)
3. To avoid knee problems, walk down hill areas and stay away from pavement.
4. I agree with Sin- the first ten minutes are always the hardest. That's the time before your legs are warmed up and loose, so you're sore, rickety, and tired. You have to force yourself to run through this, it will get better as you go along.

Other Advice:
2. Do sit-ups and other stomach toning exercises to avoid side aches. You do use your stomach muscles while running and it is important to have them in shape as well.
4. To avoid blisters, wear socks made of synthetic fiber ONLY!
5. Sometimes it helps to have some one to pace you and keep you running, so find a local running group (breakfast clubs are the best, go out and run, then stuff yourself silly).
6. Don't put your hands in fists as you run. For one thing, making fists tenses the body. In cold weather, your hands will get stiff like this and in hot weather, they get dreadfully sweaty.

j8ear

This is a great tip and one alot of people do not understand.

I used to make very tight fists and tense my neck and face muscles alot when sprinting, and when my coach noticed this, he had me train to run by touching my thumb and my pinky together. It really helped alot.

Your first exercise of the Marine Corps daily seven will be bends-and-thrusts. We will do 30 of them.....

....REAAAAAAADY...exercise!


-bear

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