First time running a 10k: tips, info on shoes, recommendations??

I'm 18 and I'm going to run a 10k with my dad in the end of April/begining of May. Any tips or recommendations would be helpful, I'm a first time runner (I ran track for a couple years, but have since gotten busy and out of shape) I've started training and eating stricter, and I have no doubts that I'll be ready for it, but any advice would be great. The biggest thing is I would like to know like what kinds/brands of shoes would be good, I have a pair of Adidas now, but I don't remember what kind they are I think they're just cross-trainers. Reviews? Shoes to buy/stay away from? And what about sports bras? I'm well endowed and need some good ones...Thanks!

First time running a 10k: tips, info on shoes, recommendations??
You should get running shoes that feel comfortable. When you try them on at the store, run in the them there. Doesn't matter what they look like, feeling good running is better. No cross- trainers, they are not real running shoes.


Sports bras, just go to the store and try them on, again run around adn see how they fit and feel.





As for running the race, hopefully you are training with dad. Just keep pace with him. If not, then you should do a few runs together so you are familiar each others running style and pace.
Reply:I have been running for 8 years now. So, generally speaking, this is how I would do it:





I would strengthen the core: calves, quads, hams, back and abdominal (the "six pack" muscles along with th obleks), chest and arms. But when strengthening these muscles, I would focus more on the muscle endurance not the muscle bulk. For more advice for this, I would consult with a personal trainer. For the running part, I would stay flexible as it helps/contributes to your balance (so do the muscles in your core) but also helps prevent some injuries lik pulled muscles and shin splints. Also, I would try to make up a schedule where you can run for X amount of days and try to have a long run. I would start off slowly, running about 2-3 miles per run for the first week and increase my mileage per week. Make sure you have the following: a good diet, hydration, sleep, a good sense on how to take care of your body, and sleep.





Though I am biased towards Nike as a brand, I would recommend you to go to a running-specific store, like Fleet Feet in Carrboro, NC. They can help you find the right shoe because people buy shoes that aren't necssarily right for their feet, but more comfortable or fashionable. But after you get the correct shoes or even if you haven't, I would go to any major athletics store and ask the sales associates. Clothing is all about the comfort meaning that whatever fits well, feels good as it naturally falls on you, and how it feels and fits while running. Good luck!!! If you have any more questions, email me (just add @yahoo.com to my user name).
Reply:well im only 17 but ive been running cross country for a few years and come from a long line of top performence breeded runners. so first of all, theres nothing wrong with a six pack however as a distance runner it restrics ur brething making ur heart over work it self so i wouldnt recomend having to much mucial in that area. its good to be sleeping and eating right but make sure to take a recovery day so ur mucial has time to rebuild and catch up with the traning. Adiddas suck no affence to my fellow runners but they are better at sprinter shoe's and they need to stay there the top of the line afortable shoes are asic's. the shoes are ment for the best of runner and serious runner. what you want to do is find a nice running store my store is called road runner they have a machine you walk on that tells ware and how much presure is being added when you take a step,(all these services should be provided free from the store) they will find you shoes and from their you pic out the one that fits best trainers are not ment for distance but if you want speed u need to find a light pair of flats however you want to find a pair with plenty of suport or youll be sorry after the race. the only shoe id tell you to stay away from is cheap shoes ant thing under 50 that is regular price STAY CLEAR OF.... (hence you might find last years models clearenced so you could possibly get a good dill) well im a guy so i cant help you in the bra section but im sure youll find one in a running store tha fills fine good luck with ur race



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