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Running issues specific to women

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  • #272
    DBB
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 9,726 Mod ✭✭✭✭DBB


    muddypaws wrote: »
    Over the head ones or fastening ones?

    Fastening ones are yer only man... the ones with two straps at the back, one at the usual place, one higher up. Come to think of it, I put mine on over my head and fasten it :o


  • #273
    DBB
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    Huzzah! wrote: »
    Okay, well, mentoring and the fact that you should really be practicing your pre-DCM breakfast before long runs aside (:p), to clarify, I think it's okay to do easy runs fasted, but workouts and races not so much. The reasoning is to do with a negative impact on hormone levels.

    *ahem*
    *cough cough*
    :o
    I have had some practise brekkies, but often just haven't an appetite for breakfast for the early(ish) morning LSRs. I should probably eat less the night before maybe :o


  • #274
    Baby75
    Registered Users Posts: 2,070 ✭✭✭Baby75


    DBB wrote: »
    *ahem*
    *cough cough*
    :o
    I have had some practise brekkies, but often just haven't an appetite for breakfast for the early(ish) morning LSRs. I should probably eat less the night before maybe :o

    I found it hard to eat in the morning before heading out at first but I think my body has gotten used to it now
    I have toast and peanut butter with half a banana or bacon and egg on toast with some coffee and what I have been doing lately is having a zero tab with caffeine in it and a few jellies before I start running long run and tried it on Saturday for the Frank Duffy and worked a treat :D


  • #275
    quaalude
    Registered Users Posts: 1,196 ✭✭✭quaalude


    eabha19 wrote: »
    For anyone who gets shock absorber run bras I just bought one on amazon - price came up as 28 pound but when I went to buy price came up as 14 euro. Will let ye know if it's the real deal when in arrives on Tuesday.

    Sounds great - got a link? There are a million sellers of Shock Absorbers on Amazon!


  • #276
    eabha19
    Registered Users Posts: 161 ✭✭eabha19


    quaalude wrote: »
    Sounds great - got a link? There are a million sellers of Shock Absorbers on Amazon!

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B06XHQNGSW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Also I got the wrong size and asked them to refund it. They have processed the refund and said I don't need to return it so if anyone is a 32 C I have a pink shock absorber bra to anyone who wants it. I order the 34 C and got it for 14 euro also. The smaller one looks perfect, just to tight on my back rolls!


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  • #277
    rxchxy
    Registered Users Posts: 53 ✭✭rxchxy


    eabha19 wrote: »
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B06XHQNGSW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Thanks! Just picked 2 up myself :)


  • #278
    quaalude
    Registered Users Posts: 1,196 ✭✭✭quaalude


    eabha19 wrote: »
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B06XHQNGSW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Also I got the wrong size and asked them to refund it. They have processed the refund and said I don't need to return it so if anyone is a 32 C I have a pink shock absorber bra to anyone who wants it. I order the 34 C and got it for 14 euro also. The smaller one looks perfect, just to tight on my back rolls!

    Nice one, got 2 for myself there for 14 EUR each, cheers eabha19!


  • #279
    HelenAnne
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭HelenAnne


    quaalude wrote: »
    Nice one, got 2 for myself there for 14 EUR each, cheers eabha19!

    :( different sizes are different prices, and I can't find one in my size for less than £30 :(

    Great value in some sizes though - thanks!


  • #280
    eabha19
    Registered Users Posts: 161 ✭✭eabha19


    HelenAnne wrote: »
    :( different sizes are different prices, and I can't find one in my size for less than £30 :(

    Great value in some sizes though - thanks!

    Did you try ordering it. My size looked like it was 28 pound but when I clicked to buy it gave me an automatic saving that reduced it to 14 euro.


  • #281
    DBB
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 9,726 Mod ✭✭✭✭DBB


    More common sizes seem to be available in different colours, but the price doesn't seem to include VAT, which is snuck in at the end. Anyway, I ordered 2 pink ones yesterday for €35 total incl p+p... not bad at all!
    Thanks eabha :)


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  • #282
    py
    Registered Users Posts: 1,526 ✭✭✭py


    Interesting chat with Renee McGregor which goes into training/racing advice around menstruation and what signs to look out for. Interview starts at around 35:20 and goes into a variety of topics for males and females but the female specific stuff might be useful for those in this thread. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uFPVhJnBMxfnmlH6cdNKS?si=J6siZxecShyx3wTQbEnWCg


  • #283
    The Black Oil
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    https://twitter.com/katiemlydon/status/1163761585141293057

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    CMod: Entertainment



  • #284
    RentDayBlues
    Registered Users Posts: 2,131 ✭✭✭RentDayBlues


    Thank you so much for the recommendation on the shock absorber bras. Took it on it’s inaugural run this morning, 17.5km and no chaffing.

    Now granted it was a lot cooler than the FD10mile last week so that helped but bra was great.

    And an added bonus - my boobs were back where they used to be pre breastfeeding - it was nice to see them again ;0)


  • #285
    DBB
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 9,726 Mod ✭✭✭✭DBB


    RentDayBlues wrote: »
    Thank you so much for the recommendation on the shock absorber bras. Took it on it’s inaugural run this morning, 17.5km and no chaffing.

    Now granted it was a lot cooler than the FD10mile last week so that helped but bra was great.

    And an added bonus - my boobs were back where they used to be pre breastfeeding - it was nice to see them again ;0)

    Fantastic news RDB, on all fronts (pardon the pun :D)!
    I ordered two bargain lovely pink ones on Eabha17's Amazon find, they arrived on Friday. Delighted with them at such a low price :)


  • #286
    RentDayBlues
    Registered Users Posts: 2,131 ✭✭✭RentDayBlues


    DBB wrote: »

    Fantastic news RDB, on all fronts (pardon the pun :D)!
    I ordered two bargain lovely pink ones on Eabha17's Amazon find, they arrived on Friday. Delighted with them at such a low price :)

    Just ordered one as well!


  • #287
    chickey2
    Registered Users Posts: 1,044 ✭✭✭chickey2


    I got my shock absorber bra in the post on Friday! I was comparing it to another one I bought in elverys for 5 times the price and the only difference I can see is the Amazon one doesn't have hi viz piping. I never understood why anyone would need hi viz piping on a bra, as if I'd go out running at night with only a bra on!
    Thanks for the link.


  • #288
    eabha19
    Registered Users Posts: 161 ✭✭eabha19


    DBB wrote: »
    Fantastic news RDB, on all fronts (pardon the pun :D)!
    I ordered two bargain lovely pink ones on Eabha17's Amazon find, they arrived on Friday. Delighted with them at such a low price :)

    I wore mine yesterday for long run - no chafing, no cuts on my sternum. Have two more (same colour) winging their way to me via amazon. I wouldn't have known about shock absorbers without this thread!


  • #289
    Huzzah!
    Registered Users Posts: 1,799 ✭✭✭Huzzah!


    eabha19 wrote: »
    I wore mine yesterday for long run - no chafing, no cuts on my sternum. Have two more (same colour) winging their way to me via amazon. I wouldn't have known about shock absorbers without this thread!

    I've a pink one for months and they wash so much better than the white ones, too. It's really kept its colour well.


  • #290
    GRACKEA
    Closed Accounts Posts: 129 ✭✭GRACKEA


    I've recently been diagnosed with endometriosis, and was advised to avoid high impact exercise such as running or any kind of jumping as it can exacerbate pelvic/lower back pain.

    Running is my main form of exercise and I was just recently getting into a good routine with long distances.

    Is there a way to make running lower impact? Maybe on treadmills or grass? Or reduced distances?


  • #291
    HelenAnne
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭HelenAnne


    GRACKEA wrote: »
    I've recently been diagnosed with endometriosis, and was advised to avoid high impact exercise such as running or any kind of jumping as it can exacerbate pelvic/lower back pain.

    Running is my main form of exercise and I was just recently getting into a good routine with long distances.

    Is there a way to make running lower impact? Maybe on treadmills or grass? Or reduced distances?

    I’d suggest getting assessed by a sports Physio or else by a women’s health Physio - I’d say if they can help you train your core / pelvic floor and make sure you’re engaging them while running then running shouldn’t exacerbate back or pelvic pain. Between you, you could probably work out how long and hard you could run before causing problems?

    Good luck!


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  • #292
    Bluesquare
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    Morning .

    Anybody find asthma symptoms are worse at certain times of the month. ?


  • #293
    RentDayBlues
    Registered Users Posts: 2,131 ✭✭✭RentDayBlues


    So I didn’t get to run the half today due to injury but that’s another days story! Someone recommended EVB shorts - my injuries are down to a very weak core - does anyone find them useful?


  • #294
    Bluesquare
    Registered Users Posts: 1,314 ✭✭✭Bluesquare


    RentDayBlues wrote: »
    So I didn’t get to run the half today due to injury but that’s another days story! Someone recommended EVB shorts - my injuries are down to a very weak core - does anyone find them useful?

    Don’t use them myself - but have some friends that do - they swear by them


  • #295
    chickey2
    Registered Users Posts: 1,044 ✭✭✭chickey2


    RentDayBlues wrote: »
    So I didn’t get to run the half today due to injury but that’s another days story! Someone recommended EVB shorts - my injuries are down to a very weak core - does anyone find them useful?

    I have a pair and usually wear them when I'm racing. They're comfy (once you manage to squeeze into them!) and do give some support but I'm not sure if they're compensate for a weak core. They wouldn't do any harm though.


  • #296
    julyjane
    Registered Users Posts: 1,056 ✭✭✭julyjane


    they do provide good support but something like Pilates would do more for your core


  • #297
    Applegirl26
    Registered Users Posts: 485 ✭✭Applegirl26


    Hi ladies, any recommendations on where to buy running leggings for long legs. I need 32" and my usual haunts only sell 29".
    Heading into winter training and I need to be warm and toasty. Thanks sisters x


  • #298
    rainbow kirby
    Moderators, Regional Abroad Moderators Posts: 26,928 Mod ✭✭✭✭rainbow kirby


    Applegirl26 wrote: »
    Hi ladies, any recommendations on where to buy running leggings for long legs. I need 32" and my usual haunts only sell 29".
    Heading into winter training and I need to be warm and toasty. Thanks sisters x

    Sturdy By Design do a long leg.


  • #299
    Applegirl26
    Registered Users Posts: 485 ✭✭Applegirl26


    rainbow kirby wrote: »
    Sturdy By Design do a long leg.

    Thanks! I'll check them out.


  • #300
    chickey2
    Registered Users Posts: 1,044 ✭✭✭chickey2


    Sweaty Betty is doing a 50% off sale at the moment. It's still dear enough at half price but its really good quality and most of their leggings have pockets!


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  • #301
    Kellygirl
    Registered Users Posts: 3,020 ✭✭✭Kellygirl


    chickey2 wrote: »
    Sweaty Betty is doing a 50% off sale at the moment. It's still dear enough at half price but its really good quality and most of their leggings have pockets!

    Thanks for the tip off. I ordered a pair of leggings as love those side pockets.


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