Hi
When I did selection for the army my upper body strength was way above average, but I found the 1.5mile run quite difficult and came close to last (think it was about 10min30s). So, I decided I needed to do some work on my leg strength (I have until May when I start basic training for the Army).
I bought these sensei because there will be a lot of indoor PT sessions.
sportsshoes.com/product/ASI720/asics-gel-sensei-spring-summer-2008-indoor-court-shoe
I also bought the toranas because i live in a rural area with lots of forests and fields with public footpaths along this rough terrain. The idea was to use them to get my legs in better shape between now and when I start training (May).
sportsshoes.com/product/ASI745/asics-gel-torana-trail-shoe-
A bit of information on myself:
I'm a 20yr old Male, average build and havn't done any real running since School. I passed Army selection without preparing for it but I am used to lifting heavy weights. Also, my selection was for a computer based job (so it is less physically demanding than most).
Another thing to note: When I got back from selection I found it very difficult to walk for 2-3days - I guess simply because my legs weren't used to it.
So yea, I just want to know how much I should be running for the next 2months until I begin. I would also appreciate your opinions on the trainers I choose and any other advice for an amateur off road runner.
Thanks!
When I did selection for the army my upper body strength was way above average, but I found the 1.5mile run quite difficult and came close to last (think it was about 10min30s). So, I decided I needed to do some work on my leg strength (I have until May when I start basic training for the Army).
I bought these sensei because there will be a lot of indoor PT sessions.
sportsshoes.com/product/ASI720/asics-gel-sensei-spring-summer-2008-indoor-court-shoe
I also bought the toranas because i live in a rural area with lots of forests and fields with public footpaths along this rough terrain. The idea was to use them to get my legs in better shape between now and when I start training (May).
sportsshoes.com/product/ASI745/asics-gel-torana-trail-shoe-
A bit of information on myself:
I'm a 20yr old Male, average build and havn't done any real running since School. I passed Army selection without preparing for it but I am used to lifting heavy weights. Also, my selection was for a computer based job (so it is less physically demanding than most).
Another thing to note: When I got back from selection I found it very difficult to walk for 2-3days - I guess simply because my legs weren't used to it.
So yea, I just want to know how much I should be running for the next 2months until I begin. I would also appreciate your opinions on the trainers I choose and any other advice for an amateur off road runner.
Thanks!