tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post7359869768556282866..comments2023-11-24T09:26:48.721-05:00Comments on The Emerging Runner: Running to distractionsThe Emerging Runnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-40489289839069040342009-02-04T08:56:00.000-05:002009-02-04T08:56:00.000-05:00I've found that the TV becomes too much of a distr...I've found that the TV becomes too much of a distraction when running. I once watched a football game while on the treadmill and practically got vertigo.<BR/><BR/>Trail running is sounding better and better. No possibility of boredom is a compelling reason to pursue it. Plus I'm hoping to include my wife and kids in the experience. I know how hard it is to hike some trails so running them must be very tough. Anything to increase strength is a positive though. <BR/><BR/>You are the second person to recommend Salomon's. Adventure Girl, one of my key advisors, swears by them too. She also uses them when shoveling snow.<BR/><BR/>Thanks to you both for the gear suggestions. I want to buy a Garmin 405 and some Salomon trail runners this weekend!The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-29849969825860056482009-02-03T21:20:00.000-05:002009-02-03T21:20:00.000-05:00Yes, trails are awesome! I love trail running mor...Yes, trails are awesome! I love trail running more than road running. Since you have to pay attention to every step, there is no possibility of boredom. The scenery can't be beat. Plus, it is an overall better workout and helps strengthen the muscles that keep you stable. You'll find out quickly if your knees and ankles are in shape! You'll also find road running becomes much easier when you do trail running regularly. There are lots of trail races out there too!<BR/><BR/>I remember your post about trail shoes a while back. I do have some technical trail runners and I love them. They are waterproof and fit like a glove. Since I do moderately technical trails, I find them invaluable. These shoes have saved my feet from rocks and roots on innumerable occasions. Mine are Salomon XA Comp 3 GTX. Worth every penny.lvt4catshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15957549792481023281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-51177551795241699602009-02-03T13:35:00.000-05:002009-02-03T13:35:00.000-05:00I second the treadmill experience - I've gone so f...I second the treadmill experience - I've gone so far as to place a widescreen tv in front of mine, but since I"m not much of a tv person, most of the time even this isn't enough! Here's hoping spring will help....<BR/><BR/>I'll look forward to hear about your experience with trails!Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03286190741200390057noreply@blogger.com