Welcome to LARK Running UK, a recreational running channel for ALL abilities. I’m Adam, a qualified coach and a recreational runner.
My channel will document everything related to my running, including; training runs, gear reviews, training programmes, hints and tips, races, and things I’ve learnt along the way.....
I believe EVERYONE can run, and running can benefit EVERYONE.
This channel promotes the belief that everyone can run, and to get the most out of your running, you must discover YOUR true motivation for running. Running after all is you vs you.
Feel free to reach out in the comments, if you have any questions or queries.
Hi Osian, I generally run on feel/HR for my easy/recovery runs and have no specific pace in mind. I aim stay below 140bpm and in Z2 during them and don’t look at pace. My Z1 HR is below 134, and Z2 is 134-151bpm. If I’m fatigued I naturally slow to around 5.20-5.45/k, but that’s not planned. For long runs I run at various paces depending on the plan……
@@LARKRunningUK I did Manchester as my A race and got GFA for London, so can put in that in October 🤞So Chester will just do my best see how it goes, especially with it being hillier
Hey there, i wanna start walking/jogging, hopefully transition to running after a few months. Which would be a good choice, Adidas Duramo Speed or NB 680 v7?? Between this 2 choices, cause i can get them at around 40 USD, i can also get NB propel v4 at half the price 55 USD (or is it a bit overkill for jogging?) im on the heavy side and i wanna start walk/jog for health purposes, nothing to crazy, probably 3-4 times a week
All solid choices and for that price, a great deal. If you’re walking and jogging I’d probably lean towards the more comfortable ones, so NB would be the way to go. Start slow and build up gradually. Let me know how you get on…..
@@LARKRunningUK whoa! Fast reply! Thanks a lot sir, definitely New Subscriber. Will the NB Propel be good as well? Even though im a legit beginner? Propel is a better shoe than the other 2, but will the extra 15$ be worth it? Sorry if i have a lot of questions
The Propel v4 is a better shoe and probably worth the extra, but it’s up to you. Get what’s right for you or what you prefer to start with. Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Hi i dont know if u want an update, but i got the propel v4 for 40 USD. So far so good. Did 3 km of slow jogging on them on the day i got them. Fit is weird though, im usually size 9US but i got the 8.5 instead cause 9 was too long. 8.5 length already had an allowance of about half inch, the mid part of my feet is snug. More than im used to, but not too bad (or maybe it is?). I hoping this will break in good, i might be size 8.75US in the propel LOL. Although it could also be that im just not used to jogging, but my feet does hurt on certain spots. I wanna thank you for your help man.
Thanks for the video. Your hitting some good milage well done. When you did your first chester marathon 3:48 what pace strategy did you set out with and how did it pan out?
Hi Osian, for that I trained to what I thought was a semi optimistic 3.30 marathon. I set off at that pace (5/k or 8/mi) and was on course until 27k/16mi then bonked and finished as fast as I could but faded badly. Vlog here- ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-tSw_Mb7ZG3Q.htmlfeature=shared In hindsight I wasn’t quite at that fitness….
Smashing it! I’m running the Chester full marathon too, my first one. I’m nervous/excited but I’ll be running for Alopecia UK, which is a charity close to me 🫡 Follow you on Strava and I appreciate you liking a few of my runs, currently in week 2 of my plan 🏃⏳
Hi Ryan, yes I saw your runs on the LARK Running UK Strava group 👍🏻 Chester was my first in 2022, and is now my 2nd this year…..good luck with the training, hopefully see you on the day!
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Hi, these are great for that. I’ve ran half marathons in these and further and have never had any knee issues. Really comfortable and easy to run in 👍🏻
Went to buy the Galaxy 6. Fortunately, the store assistant recommended Duramo 10 to me. Haven't tested it though. Looks simpler and better. I got the all black. A bit tight for wide feet but it says on some review that it just needs break-in.
oh fantastic, good luck im sure you will smash it.. what time are you hoping to finish? i will also be doing same one. Will look out for you. Great to see you have a well scheduled training plan & thanks for sharing it.
Tip 6 - wear Reebok Floatride! 👍🏻 Can you expand on the first tip about Sustained Intervals? I want to get quicker but don't know how to use varied pace to achieve this.
Yes no problem. For the 10k the best workouts are 10x 1k and 5x 2k intervals. The avg pace you can run those reps (with 2mins walk rec in between) is a decent indicator of 10k fitness. Work on getting those intervals faster and your 10k time will improve 👍🏻
Yes you will! You’ll love it James, nothing like being on the start line for your first marathon. Chester was my first too. All the best with your training….! 👍🏻
Greay review. Love my V1s. Used for marathon training and Parkruns/tempos, but not racing! Currently at 800km, no loss of life in the foam, a very hardy foam, a lot like Lightstroke Pro. Excited to see what V3 is like for a full racing shoe from Puma 👍
Thanks for the feedback Mike, good to know they will last longer than my prediction. I’ve liked them so far and hopefully they’ll propel me round the marathon in Oct…..👍🏻
Congrats Adam. Brilliant time that! Sub 1:30 soon... I ran the Aj Bell half as my 2nd ever half mara back end of last month. Surprised myself hitting a 1:31:26. Just went for it on the day, felt comfortable at 6:50 -7:00 /mi pace without really doing an 8-10 mile test run. Keep up the vids. Love em
Yeh happy with that after less than ideal training. Well done on your Half 👏🏼 Is that the Salford one? It’s the best when you just feel good and surprise yourself. Videos will continue, I’m going into marathon training now so lots of content coming up….👍🏻
I've just ordered a pair on Sports Pursuit website for just under £50 Inc postage. Going to use them for everyday wear, walking, work (I run a coffee van) I might do the odd run in them although I have the ASICS Novablast 4 for my running.
@@LARKRunningUK I definitely run better free running than I do at events. Puts you in gd shape to roll into marathon training looking forward to following your progress and im glad its not me 🤣
Yeh I’ve enjoyed no racing this year and just training and smashing out a time trial. Marathon training should be ‘fun’, and I’m miles ahead of where I was 2 years ago…..
I've alot of pacing events coming up,I saw your pacing northwich 10k thats a new race and a small hill at the start 🤣 but u get a small down hill further in
Yes, mostly. It doesn’t absorb water as it’s a plastic based upper, but some does get through as it’s breathable. Is the only shoe I’ve owned where you see water spraying from the toes as you run…..
Hi Neil, 100 mile review coming soon. I’ve not ran in the Wave Sky but looking at the stats they look very similar. Wave Sky has slightly more midsole and stack. Thanks for watching….
Well done on your first half John! It was mine last year, and yes half marathons and beyond, are some distance no matter how you spin it. Hope you enjoyed it….👍🏻
Slow running is absolutely something I struggle with, I always hate that feeling of going so slow I could walk it, living in a City doesn't help as there are less routes to plod along I guess... Will keep working at it over the summer ⛱️
Yes I’m the same. I am working on my easy running, trying to deliberately run slower and reap the benefits. I usually put a podcast on and display my HR to try and remain slow……
Hi, glad you like the content! I’ve never actually ran in Skechers ever so can’t compare. Looking at the stats they are both comfy but I’d go for the NB if they are similarly priced. Thanks for watching….
@@LARKRunningUK Really appreciate your quick reply!! I'm genuinely in love with your content!! It's extremely detailed and comprehensive! Hope to see more from you! I'd appreciate it if you are interested in Skechers and give it a try one day (no force at all!) And if you don't mind, may I know what's your opinion on the brand Skechers? Compared to NB, Nike, Adidas, Asics etc. Thank you!
@aneshtkl I’ll likely give them a go in the future. Each year when I restock my running shoe rotation, I tend to experiment with different brands so I may grab a Skechers next year if I can. In terms of opinion, I don’t hold any brand in a higher esteem than any other really. They all have good and bad running shoes and some suit people better than others…..
It's all bits of progress. Not all that long ago I was running that pace as a max effort 5k, but with consistency and time, my fitness has improved. Stick with it, keep running and you'll be amazed how much you can achieve!
Not as squishy as v3, it’s slightly firmer. I’d describe the midsole as a soft firmness. Not massively responsive compared to v3 but still fun at all paces….
Great vid - I love trail running too. As you say, it can be almost meditative. Stick on some relaxing tunes (or even just listen to birdsong/sounds of nature) and you can almost feel like your in a movie. You did say it but on the injury front a couple of things to underline. Until you get used to trail running, try to keep them a little shorter than you would for a road run and carry more fule/hyrdration than you think you'll need. You'll use more energy and work muscles you don't normally so a bit like starting running for the first time it's easy to push your body too far too fast - just ease into it. Also, for more 'off piste' or longer runs it might be worth taking a small first aid kit (Harrier Trail Running sell a good one) and maybe even a small headtorch if setting off in the evenings in the later months of the year. Also, consider a wind breaker for the winter months as it can drop cold. You'll not need any of this 95% of the time - but if something goes wrong and you do roll an ankle or do something else which stops you in your tracks you'll really appeciate being 'over' prepared. Finally, be extra careful/a bit slower when you are towards the end of your run and / or tired. I've only managed to cause myself a major mischief a couple of times and both were when I was going too fast and was tired.
Great advice. I didn’t think about the first aid kit, as touch wood, I’ve never really had a mishap yet. And yes depending on the time of year extra layers would likely be useful! Thanks for watching….👍🏻
@@LARKRunningUK - a couple of years ago I fell and twisted my ankle pretty badly running along a river bank about a mile from home and had to hobble back. Wife didn't answer her phone till I was practically home 🙄😂. Could have really used something to make a splint from and a coat (evening so dropped cold really quick when I stopped running). I kept thinking that if I had been more isolated / further away it could have been far worse. I tend to think of the extra weight as 'good for training' and overpack now 😅
Hey Lark, good to check in again. I love a bit of cycling , most frequently as a commute but I'm keen to get my stamina back up over the warmer months. Its been a few years, probably since lockdowns that I've done more than say 90 mins cycling in a go. I was a competitive cyclist long ago, so I get into easily. Very similar recovery ideas, although never tried yoga. I'd add in ice packs, or rather bags of frozen peas or corn to help treat particularly sore muscles. After running, excuse the pun, into some stiff sore knee issues after the Cardiff half Marathon last autumn, I've been looking for a more sustainable routine for my veteran legs. I became intrigued by the approaches of a couple of injury prone elite runners, GB runner Elliot Giles and an an american collegiate champion, Parker Valby. Both run very limited miles but do a lot on the elliptical trainer and Giles cycles regularly. My target is 4-5 days running a week, cross train on top of that, walk or cycle the commute, etc.
Hey Aidan, good to hear from you. I need to probably do more cycling as CV wise it’ll be beneficial. Yeh it’s not rocket science, it’s best to listen to the body and adjust when needed. Touch wood, I’m managing my load well and avoiding injuries 👍🏻 You should try yoga, I thought I was flexible until I tried it. Now I think it’s probably the main thing helping me stave off niggles….
