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@@justanoldfashionedrunner605 I do find wearing a hydration vest very hot in the summer but I run so slowly, I feel like I need to be able to carry fuel and definitely water when it's hot on a long run. I'm hoping to find a good belt that will carry enough stuff for Chicago at least. I wish I could carry pepper spray. It's illegal here in the UK so I have nothing in terms of self-defence. One reason I hate running in the dark on my own 😞 but I can't avoid running in the dark when winter days are so short. It's weird to think people used to carry Walkman and cassettes 😄 I remember when car stereos automatically flipped the tapes from side A to B, the technology was fascinating 😂

@@YuennyLam yes, it is funny, i never tought about the weight of the walkman and the casettes, i even lost one of my 2 waterbottles, because the fanny pack ( the name of the product was performance pack🤣) was too small. I got a belt, called naked running band, and it works great. I guess you could put 3 soft flask into the belt. If you get running shorts with some pockets with a zipper, you could put keys and phone into those pockets and together with the water from the aid stations you had more than enough no matter of the pace you run. I actually don`t know anything about the legality, many years ago i ran with an electric shocker, but i got rid of it, because i thought i might accidently hurt myself. Not feeling safe on a run takes away a lot of the fun, i couldn`t do it, i am a man and need some safety device, but to prohibite women to have some defence on a run is very bad

I guess if you didn't know any different then what you have and use is the norm. Things keep improving so fast as well. I've heard of the Naked belt but I don't think it'll work for me with hips 😒 I bought the Salomon Adv Skin belt before, but the width was quite big and as soon as I moved (even just walked around the house) the belt was rising up so I returned it straight away because it's no good. I feel like I will have the same problem with Naked. I'll look out for some shorts with pockets. I've always been intrigued and wanted to try, so maybe now is the time. Yeah unfortunately everything is classed as a weapon and illegal here. Female runners do get attacked and there have been really bad cases but there's nothing we can do other than just accept the risk. Honestly, I don't feel very safe when I'm out by myself, but I either worry about it and never run or just accept there is a chance someone might come after me. And if you hurt someone due to self defence you could be arrested. It's really bad 😞

@@YuennyLam you could check out the T8 ultra sherpa shorts, they got a belt integrated into the running shorts, i have seen some positive reviews in different channels

Thanks. I'll have a look 😊

@@shielavasquez7161 Thank you 😊

I agree. Kind of what I said in the video, that I have to rely on discipline but I've lost that a bit recently and I get annoyed at myself. So annoyed that I actually managed two Physio workouts this week, so I still have it in me somewhere 😊 Routine really helps me too, that's why the three runs a week fits into my schedule perfectly. And it still works very well, but trying to add these extra activities just seem to be a bit tough at the moment. It definitely takes a lot of mental strength to go out running during winter, but when my mind was in the right place training for my first marathon, I was getting out there every run without missing any sessions. I just need to figure out what days of the week I can do the extra necessary bits. Do you prefer winter or summer running? I think part of the struggle is that the marathon feels like a long way away, but you're right, it's a process and needs to be a journey rather than just ticking off tasks. I think I need to learn to shift my mindset, which will probably help me a lot.

Thank you. I do try to remind myself to just go out for a run, ignoring pace/distance. The runs I really enjoy are the ones where I just set myself a time, e.g. 45mins or however long I want to run for and then just see how I feel. I may run slow, I might walk a bit or I might even run fast if I'm having a good day. I think it probably has something to do with having this "goal" to aim for, which sometimes makes running feel like a task. I love that quote on the t-shirt you saw. I'll need to tell myself that more often, not just for running but day-to-day life too.

It definitely has to be discipline that gets you where you want to be. Well done for training through winter. I did the same training for my spring marathon, running in the cold, rain and darkness. It was horrendous with the short days during winter but I did do it. I'm still running consistently, just need to get better at S&C. We can do this 💪🏻

You did really well getting to 20 miles. It's a horrendously long distance to be running. Even just walking that distance in one go is huge, let alone trying to run it while being freezing cold. Sorry the marathon didn't work out for you, but there are many more you can run in the future. I understand how and why you feel the way you do though. I think if I've put in all the time and effort into training but didn't get the result I wanted I would feel really demotivated. Even having completed my first marathon I feel like the injuries prevented me from having a better time so I think that's another reason why I've lost motivation a bit. I really put in a lot of work to train but still ended up injured and it just didn't go so well for me. Mentally it has affected me a lot, which I'm still recovering from I think. Take some time off and allow yourself to have a break. Also give yourself some time to decide what you might want to do in terms of running. Maybe go for shorter distances instead? I find more joy running 10Ks and Half Marathons to be honest, but I also want to see where Marathons can take me. I just need to re-focus and stick to my goals. Hope you'll figure something out 😊

Thank you for your kind and inspiring words. I just need to give it another go later this year again. Find my lost love with the sport too

@@shielavasquez7161 I'm sure you will get there 😊 Best of luck!!

It's really nice when everything is green and the sun is shining 😊 It makes me very happy. Even though it can feel very hot at times, but I'd much prefer to have this sort of weather than cold/wet. Hope you're well 😊

Haha....I'm not on Strava. Well, I have an account but I don't post on there. I only run around the same area where I live so it's very boring 😒

@@YuennyLam so what?!? :D me too :) but understand safety issue that sharing your location can make. Keep on running 😍

Good point 😁 I'll think about it. Keep on running too 💪🏻

I'm a bit disappointed in myself for feeling the way I do, but I know I will come back stronger. I still run consistently and I'm always going to run as long as I am healthy enough to do so. Races are so expensive 😞 I really have to pick and choose which ones I enter because I simply can't afford it. Thank you for watching as always and the lovely support. It means a lot to speak to nice people in the running community. Are you training for anything at the moment? Do you enjoy summer running? I know you struggled running when it was really cold, but if you had to choose, would you rather in the cold or warmth?

What a beautiful message you have shared! It's so nice to know that good habits can be implemented with time and patience. It sounds like you really have it figured out and I'm really happy for you. You seem to have found the ultimate "why" in running, in that there doesn't actually have to be a "why" necessarily. It can just be something that you do and that's good enough in itself. Sometimes I'm tempted to be someone who runs every single day. I think that'll be something I'll work on long term. Running, exercise or just being healthy should just be what everyone does, without the goals, competition and pressure. I really enjoyed your message 😊 I will be re-reading and referring to this a lot. Thank you so much!

@@YuennyLam thank you very much for your nice feedback. We runners are all on a long journey, learning and trying every day. It took me 45 years, many wrong turns along the way, a lot of frustrations and disappoinments in myself and in my inability to find that happy and save place i was searching for. Numbers are nice and fine and have a place in running, but the heart and soul of running is about feelings, connection to nature, being a small human in a big world, always finding joy and peace of mind, when running or walking, which are both equally worth doing..........just doing, in patience and consistency, trying to enjoy today`s run, no questions asked, like the seasons of the year, the path of the moon, the waves in the ocean, no start, no end, no goals, just giving our soul a healthy and happy body to feel save as long as we are roaming the earth.......one day at a time,

You have certainly become a very wise person through time, patience and experience. I have a lot to learn from someone like you. You sound very calm as well and just reading your message makes me feel calm. We all live and learn. We try our best, we make mistakes but we become better people through all those hurdles and obstacles. I appreciate the things I've gone through. Some aren't that nice and some I'd rather forget, but that's what makes us who we are. I'm still learning a lot about running too and I think as long as we are willing to do those things and try, we are good enough. Thank you again for the lovely chat!

@@YuennyLam absolutely, as long as we are trying to be good honest and loving people, we are good enough, i thank you for reading and replying in a kind way

What a lovely message! I like the bit about "because that's what separates you from others". I will remind myself of that 😊 That can be my mantra when I'm really struggling, so thank you. Hope your running is going well.

Hello. Yes, every single day since I bought it in January 2023 😊

Yeah, I still have to take my watch off and dry the skin all the time, as it can't be good to leave water sitting there and it's just uncomfortable. Good to know you wash your hands between patients 😊 It's shocking how little people wash their hands, not just because of their jobs but also day-to-day. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!

Thanks 😊

I really underestimated the importance of S&C and glad you're feeling the benefits of doing them. It's definitely worth it. I prefer running over S&C, but I try to do it at least once a week. I really don't want to be in pain again. Training isn't so intense at the moment, thanks, and I'm enjoying the structure again. Hope your running is going well too 😊

Very valid points. One of my sports bras was chafing me loads on a long run, so testing your gear out is a "must". I'm going to have to test out my running belt on long runs, as Chicago Marathon doesn't allow hydration vests, which is what I've been training in and used during my first Marathon. How do you carry your fuel on long runs?

@@YuennyLam I use a hydration vest. It's just really convenient and comfortable. I have a belt for shorter runs, but I don't think I could fit a marathon load of gels/phone/keys/etc in it.

@@tonymayall5039 I feel the same and also have a smaller belt for when I only need keys and my phone. I'm going to struggle with just a belt in Chicago, but I'll have to make it work somehow 😕

Thank you. I did it in just over 6 hours. Are you training for a Marathon?

The Novablast 3 TR actually work really well for me. I overpronate a bit, but not bad enough, so neutral shoes are okay for my feet. They've been one of my more comfortable shoes for running. I'm glad your feet felt okay running a 6K. Have you been running in different shoes before?

Amazing!! 👏🏻👏🏻 That's exciting! Is it the first time you're going to run Manchester?

@YuennyLam it will be my 5th, I'm coming to this quite late in life, done Abingdon 2019, London 2023, Brighton 2024, maybe Abingdon again in Oct. Was looking for a large and exciting marathon and booked Manchester on ticket release ad London is a lottery. Do you have any more lined up?

@@alangray8952 It's never too late. I've only just run my first Marathon and I'm not young anymore. But I would like to run more and improve. I've entered into the London ballot and also signed up for Newport Marathon, as it is unlikely I'll get a place for London next year. My next Marathon is Chicago, my second ever Marathon and my first World Marathon Major 😊 How are you finding the Marathon training?

@YuennyLam wow Chicago will be a great experience. I do like marathon training as it gives me structure and having it a marathon booked is a good goal to go after. Trying to chase down a time now, think I'll use Abingdon to build fitness and go after my goal at Manchester 🤞

@@alangray8952 I can't wait to run Chicago. I had a dream about it the other night 😂 I hope your training continues to go well. I like having the structure and routine too. I don't know how much faster I'll be able to run but I'll keep going and try to enjoy each Marathon as much as I can. Thanks for the chat 😊

How weird. I ordered a pair of sunglasses from Goodr this week and just arrived. Not had a chance to test them out yet but I'm hoping they will last. I'm not sure of the matte finish of the frame, as I feel like it might show scratches a lot. I'll have to see, but quite a good price. A lot of sunglasses are £60-70 a pair with buy one get one free, but a) I only need one pair and b) it's still £60-70 I don't want to spend. Good you got a refund 😊

Thanks 😊 I've never paced before but I've been practicing and I think I'll be okay 🤞🏻 When I run by myself and just for me, I tend to always go a little bit faster, especially nearing the end of a run, but if I have to stick to a slower/more comfortable pace then I can slow down. I've recently been trying out Zone 2 running a bit which has been very interesting. I need to learn to slow down sometimes because I know it'll be beneficial for my training. I can't wait to run my first 10K as a Pacer 👏🏻👏🏻

Hi Tony, have you tried the Garmin PacePro? I’ve found it quite useful as I’ve been a pacer at the local 5k Parkrun.

@@AckerQ. I've looked into PacePro too but never actually used it. I've added the Average Pace data on my watch, so I can see overall what my pace is as well as Current and Last Lap Pace.

@@YuennyLam, give PacePro a try. You will know how many seconds you have drifted from the original plan with a glance at the watch, and it also helps if you have some hills where you’ll want to go slower. I wouldn’t want to do math in my head during running: “so last lap was 10 seconds slower, and the one before was 3 faster, and currently I’m going … so I should…”

@@AckerQ. Yeah that's a good point. I will give that a try, as it sounds like it could be a game-changer 😁 Thanks for the tip!

Thank you 😊 I couldn't be happier to be running pain-free again! Runna is good and it keeps my training interesting. I wanted to do Race to the Stones and I would've picked day 2 as well. I'm not prepared enough to run it and had a lot going on at the start of the year in terms of running, but I'm planning to run it next year. You'll have to tell me all about it 😁 I wouldn't have a clue how long that race would take me to run but C goal sounds appealing. How's your training been?

@@YuennyLam Yep I definitely appreciate the structure and variety of the Runna plan. Training's been going well. I had my longest run so far last Sunday (27km). A bit under the weather this week but on the mend 🙂. I'll remember to share my experience at RttS in a future comment.

@@JonathanMallett Impressive 27km. Well done! 👏🏻 Hope you'll feel better soon. My hayfever has been really bad, which is affecting my sleep. Can I ask what hydration vest you're using please? And are you going to use poles?

@@YuennyLam I'm going to be using the Salomon Adv Skin 5 and refilling my bottles at every stop. I'm not planning on using poles. I may come to regret that decision 😅

@@JonathanMallett Only 5L? I ran the Snowdon 25K in a 5L and found it was too small. Luckily I didn't need the cold weather kit. But I think the problem was that all the pockets on my vest weren't accessible enough for me while I was running. I think in terms of capacity it was enough, but difficult to get things in and out. I'm looking for a different vest, that's why I'm interested in what you're using. I definitely have my eyes on a Salomon 😊 I would like the ADV Skin 12 but really expensive 😬 I think if there aren't big climbs then you'll be okay without poles. I haven't looked at the elevation chart for the Stones. I'm really excited for you and can't wait to run it myself 👏🏻

Thank you. It feels so nice to be able to run again. The freedom and joy that running brings me 😊

I'm not training to race though, so three times a week works for me. I also work full-time, commute to and from work and have other commitments, as well as trying to fit in cross training and Physio workouts as well. So realistically I'm not able to run more than that a week. It would be nice to add a day so four times a week, but it needs to be sustainable for my lifestyle long-term. If I had more free time I would like to run five times a week. Do you now run for leisure?

@@YuennyLam In the 80th and 90th i was a typical middle aged runner with time goals all the time. Now i am older, retired since 2018 and just run, most of the runs without any stopwatch, haven`t done r run with a bib in many years, include lots of walking into my runs and the joy of my mind, the health od my body and the peace of my soul. I fully understand the problems with work, social life and many commitments, but i find it very dificult to stay injury free, beat the cutoff and have some kind of fun during the marathon with just 3 runs per week I can`t say anything about strength training or cross training. I never did that, neither have i had any treatment by a physio or a sports massage, i just run

@justanoldfashionedrunner605 I think everyone is a bit different and every body reacts differently to exercises. I don't think it is one-size-fits-all and as mentioned, life commitments limit my free time to train in the week. My social life is minimal, so it's not that I choose to have all this "fun" instead of going out for a run. Running isn't just life either. There's so much to learn and understand in this world, which I will always try and make time for. Running is one of my interests, but not my whole life. For me, it's about finding the right balance 😊 I also suffer from insomnia, so some days or even weeks, just trying to have a normal day going to work and coming home, is absolutely exhausting for me. There are many factors why I (or others) don't just run every day.

@@YuennyLam oh please, do not misunderstand. my comment. Yes absolutely, every person is different and there are many ways to run. You don`t have to defend your choices, i was not trying to attack you or your decisions. All i wanted to say was, after all the tough times you went through to get your first marathon done, there might be an easier way to get a joyful experience in Chicago, for example repacing the cross training with another easy one hour run, or cut one strength training in half and combine the remaining half with a 45 minute easy run.....many options

Thanks for the suggestion. I would really like to add another run to my week. I do believe it will make a huge difference and also help me run a bit faster over time. I do understand three times a week isn't that ideal. I've had someone else suggest adding at least another run a week. I just need to figure out how I can fit that in. I do appreciate your advice based on your experience 😊 I'm still very new to running Marathons and I'm sure each time I run one I will learn something valuable. I know you don't race anymore or take part in events. Did you say you still run almost every day?

Congratulations running Chicago last year! What's the course like? And what was the weather like? Six Marathons so far is amazing! I've only run one, my first one in April this year and Chicago will only be my second, so I'm a newbie Marathoner 😊 Which one are you running this weekend?

@@YuennyLam Chicago is one of the flattest courses I've run with only ~240ft of elevation gain. Last year the weather was perfect: a low of 45 and a high of 50. And because the course loops through the city, crowd support was amazing throughout. I'm running the Tunnel Marathon in Washington on Sunday.

@@andrewfeher224 Flat sounds good to me 😁 I'm hoping my flights get me there on time to collect my number on Saturday. Was the Expo manic? Do you have any other Majors you'd like to run? Sorry for all the questions. It's just such a big race and a big deal to me to take part so I want to know everything 😂 Best of luck for this weekend. You'll smash it 💪🏻

Hey Yuenny - I just wanted to say that the countryside views from this video were lovely and I got seriously pleasant ASMR feels from the birdsong in it too. Very chilled out! And great to see you back at it after your recent break too and wishing you all the best for your training blocks!

@@YuennyLam Bib pick-up was more time-consuming than smaller marathons. I stayed near Grant Park, so I had to take the train to McCormick Place. In total, I'd say it took about 2 hours roundtrip. Overall, it was a well-organized expo and race day, so you'll have a blast! Hoping to eventually run all of the majors, but I'm prioritizing Boston; having run 3:06 twice in the past six weeks, with a favorable course, I'm hoping to run closer to 3 hours on Sunday to give myself a ~4-minute buffer to have a realistic chance of qualifying. Thanks for the well wishes!

15.5cm 😊

Thank you 😊

Yup! Indeed, so I'm having a teeny little break before it starts again next week 😁

@@YuennyLam deserve it and well done for listening to your body.

@@Sylonien1314 Thanks 😊 Sometimes you just have to. I think our bodies are very good at telling us things so we should listen.

I've learnt that over time. We can't just keep pushing and expect our bodies to cope with the demands. We need to be kind and look after it 😊

I felt like I've pushed my body hard enough over the last few months. Even when it was screaming at me in pain, I kept going. So I think it was time to give it a break so I can be ready to push hard again. Garmin does give you interesting information 😊 Hope you're still enjoying yours!

@@YuennyLam Yes, you've been a trooper maintaining your schedule! Recovery is definitely advised especially for long-term goals. How has your HRV been over the past while? Yes, thank you I'm loving it! Started to pay more attention to my 7-day acute load more nowadays to keep me in the optimal range and avoid injuries.

@@mikestevenson1334 My HRV is generally showing as Balanced which is good. I don't pay enough attention to the Garmin stats but I've recently been trying out Zone 2 training to help my easy runs stay 'easy'. Even though I'm a slow runner, I always end up running too fast and I think there's a lot of benefits running slower when the runs are meant to be easy. Glad you're enjoying your watch 😊

Exactly. And I feel really exhausted as well, so no energy to run even if I wanted to. Hopefully more time on the bike this summer 🤞🏻

@@YuennyLam BOOM! If you're up this way and need a riding partner, let me know! (i could do with filming some bike action)

Where's "up this way"?

@@YuennyLam South Yorkshire. But I do get around a bit. Lol

@@SmashingPistons Yorkshire is lovely. Very far up north from here 😄 Are there nice places to ride up there?

Thanks 😊 It'll only be a little break, as Chicago Marathon training starts again soon but it'll be slow, steady and gradual this time. Are you training for anything else at the moment? (Sorry if you already told me).

@@YuennyLam I had a trail run in Sherwood Pines the same day as UTS25, but I don't have anything else planned for definite. I need to find something to help overcome the post London blues.

@@tonymayall5039 That was it. How did it go? I keep feeling like I need something else too. I know I have Chicago in October but it feels like a long way away 😄

@@YuennyLam Yes, it was very pretty. Running along narrow forest trails and fire breaks. Weather was hot, but the course was mainly in the shade, so was perfect. It was only three weeks after London, so just cruised around enjoying it and definitely not chasing times. I think I will look for something similar in the late summer, then maybe a couple of half marathons towards the end of the year. But I'm not sure what the next 'big' challenge will be. After your last marathon block, is it motivating or daunting to have Chicago lined up?

@@tonymayall5039 Glad it was nice and you enjoyed it. I'm sure the shade really helped on a hot day. I had no shade whatsoever in Snowdon 😬 I find it motivating that I have another "big" Marathon lined up. Even before I ran Manchester, I knew I wouldn't want to stop after. So knowing there's something else waiting for me made me feel good about running. It also helps knowing it's far enough into the future where I don't feel like I'm rushing into the next thing. I think knowing I have other races coming up helps my mind and motivation. I just need some smaller ones throughout summer 😊

To be honest, I wouldn't know what the view is like for the specific areas. It was quite a while ago since I went and I picked the seats based on price and best guess in terms of how much we will see. Sorry I'm not really able to help 😞

Hi. My wrist is about 6 inches (15.5cm to be precise) and I find the 255 small on my wrist but I think it's personal preference. I've had people say that my watch looks big on my wrist 🙄

@@YuennyLam thank you ! It doesn't matter what people say, the important thing is that you like it! the screen is bigger and that's cool :)

@@Claire-nb4ru Exactly 😊 I like big watches so I'd always go for the larger option of I can. Hope it helps you decide!