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Although I'm a little confused by all the offerings as well as the mixed reviews from users. Some say that the GPS on the garmin watches don't work - well that would be a shame not to get it. Some others say the Garmin 50 is too basic. Timex looks good, but doesn't have pace calculation (at least I dont think it does). So let loose people and tell me your thoughts!
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You have 2 choices here, go for GPS or Footpod system. I prefer the GPS watches.
With the GPS you loose the signal a bit when you are in between tall buildings, under bridges and things like that so if you are running in a city footpod (like the Nike+ system) Might be better for you.
On the plus side, you can use them for multiple sports like cycling etc., the garmin ones let you download the data to google earth which is a nice facility and things like that. All will give you a pace display on the screen as you run. The better the watch and newer model and the gps gets more reliable. I've never had a problem with my Garmins GPS.
I'd say decide a budget for the watch and go to a running shop and check which ones do what, though I think the basic difference is that the gamin is all in one unit and the timex has a gps receiver separate from the watch (but the watch is smaller)
You have 2 choices here, go for GPS or Footpod system. I prefer the GPS watches.
With the GPS you loose the signal a bit when you are in between tall buildings, under bridges and things like that so if you are running in a city footpod (like the Nike+ system) Might be better for you.
On the plus side, you can use them for multiple sports like cycling etc., the garmin ones let you download the data to google earth which is a nice facility and things like that. All will give you a pace display on the screen as you run. The better the watch and newer model and the gps gets more reliable. I've never had a problem with my Garmins GPS.
I'd say decide a budget for the watch and go to a running shop and check which ones do what, though I think the basic difference is that the gamin is all in one unit and the timex has a gps receiver separate from the watch (but the watch is smaller)
What pace to run a 5k in 20 minutes?
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I think i run at a 7:00-7:15 minute pace, so at what pace should I train?
Answer
i dont specifically know but:Make sure you are in shape, you do not want to hurt yourself.
2Train extensively for weeks before:
Run up hills. Be sure to be perpendicular to the hill and lift your knees.
Run in intervals. Run the mile 4 times, an 800 six times, a 600 eight times, or a 400 ten times. Vary these.
Practice speeding up when you run. Run a comfortable pace then speed up for about 50 to 100 meters then slow down again. Repeat.
Run hard courses. Most people do not run very fast when practicing so it is best to run hard courses to still speed up.
3This requires running at 6:26 pace for 3.1 miles. You need to be able to run at least a 6:00 mile before you run this 5k under 20 minutes.
4Rest before the big race. Do not do pushups or pullups or anything like that. Just stretch.
5Eat pasta for dinner.
6Go to bed early.
7Wake up not too early but save yourself enough time to eat a good, but light breakfast at least an hour before the race.
8Stay warm if it is cold, stretch.
9Warm up and stretch before going to the starting line.
10Do some quick sprints up to 100m right before the race.
11Start fast but not too fast. You don't want to run out of gas early.
12If there are mile markers you might want to check your time along the way. If you realize that you are running too slow then you can speed up.
Your first mile should be about 6:25, but preferrably faster.
13Get your second mile split. It should be under 13:00.
14Finish strong, sprint at the end.
15Check your time and celebrate.
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EditTips
Eating pasta for dinner the night before will help.
Warming up and stretch is the key to a great race. Keep moving and stretching. Never get stiff.
Your time may suffer running on gravel bescause every step your foot slips a couple inches back this can add about 10 seconds per k to your time.
A good breakfast is a bagel with cream cheese or Smart Start Cereal right before the race. Avoid sugar.
Do not get too nervous. It will slow you down.
Be confident. If you know you will run it under 20:00 min, you probably will.
If you are really looking for a PR, do a road race. Running on asphalt is much faster than running on a trail. Also invest in racing spikes or flats. They can take as much as 15 seconds per mile off of your time.
EditWarnings
Do not push yourself too hard, it is dangerous. It should hurt but not too much.
Running on roads can be very dangerous; always watch for cars. Running on concrete (and asphalt to a lesser extent) can be hard on your joints , if something hurts stop running and see a doctor.
i dont specifically know but:Make sure you are in shape, you do not want to hurt yourself.
2Train extensively for weeks before:
Run up hills. Be sure to be perpendicular to the hill and lift your knees.
Run in intervals. Run the mile 4 times, an 800 six times, a 600 eight times, or a 400 ten times. Vary these.
Practice speeding up when you run. Run a comfortable pace then speed up for about 50 to 100 meters then slow down again. Repeat.
Run hard courses. Most people do not run very fast when practicing so it is best to run hard courses to still speed up.
3This requires running at 6:26 pace for 3.1 miles. You need to be able to run at least a 6:00 mile before you run this 5k under 20 minutes.
4Rest before the big race. Do not do pushups or pullups or anything like that. Just stretch.
5Eat pasta for dinner.
6Go to bed early.
7Wake up not too early but save yourself enough time to eat a good, but light breakfast at least an hour before the race.
8Stay warm if it is cold, stretch.
9Warm up and stretch before going to the starting line.
10Do some quick sprints up to 100m right before the race.
11Start fast but not too fast. You don't want to run out of gas early.
12If there are mile markers you might want to check your time along the way. If you realize that you are running too slow then you can speed up.
Your first mile should be about 6:25, but preferrably faster.
13Get your second mile split. It should be under 13:00.
14Finish strong, sprint at the end.
15Check your time and celebrate.
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www.downanddirtymudrun.com
Running for Nature Support Team Nature Conservancy in The SF Marathon on July 31st!
Nature.org/RunSF
EditTips
Eating pasta for dinner the night before will help.
Warming up and stretch is the key to a great race. Keep moving and stretching. Never get stiff.
Your time may suffer running on gravel bescause every step your foot slips a couple inches back this can add about 10 seconds per k to your time.
A good breakfast is a bagel with cream cheese or Smart Start Cereal right before the race. Avoid sugar.
Do not get too nervous. It will slow you down.
Be confident. If you know you will run it under 20:00 min, you probably will.
If you are really looking for a PR, do a road race. Running on asphalt is much faster than running on a trail. Also invest in racing spikes or flats. They can take as much as 15 seconds per mile off of your time.
EditWarnings
Do not push yourself too hard, it is dangerous. It should hurt but not too much.
Running on roads can be very dangerous; always watch for cars. Running on concrete (and asphalt to a lesser extent) can be hard on your joints , if something hurts stop running and see a doctor.
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