10 Things I wish I knew When I Started Running

I started running in lockdown; I went from a 4hrs 34 marathon in 2019 to a 2hrs 34 in 2022 and now run for England. These are some things I wish I knew at the beginning.
01:03 Trainers
06:58 Fuelling
09:23 Underwear & socks
11:57 It Gets Easier
13:02 Tracking Progress
14:43 Set Intentions
16:24 Gadgets #trainwithcoros
20:57 Recovery
24:09 Races
26:07 Mantras
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[@user-bi8jn7rr5z]

You are just so uplifting and honest . You have answered all the questions us runners come up against in our own mind . Thank you for such great info . Good luck for Sunday I am sure you will do yourself proud x x

[@davidgoggin7921]

Thank you for sharing what you've learned. Your enthusiasm is contagious! 😊

[@katrinachandler7174]

Absolutely loved this! Your running journey is so inspiring! Thanks for sharing all you tips

[@naushinhusain5488]

Love this video, especially the last part about believing in yourself and staying positive when it gets hard, it's so true!!!

[@almckinnon1753]

Haha that was the funniest, informative and just mesmerising vlog. I can’t believe I watched a vlog for almost 30 mins, I normally get bored and go to the next one 😂. You are just full of life and I could listen to you forever, and me having a short attention span (ADHT), that a huge thing to say. Anyway enough praise, sorry about the big half, as you say you learn from them especially the ones that don’t go to plan. I have Belfast HM next Sunday and looking for sub 75 🤞🏻. Good luck for Berlin 💪🏻

[@thomasconrod2686]

Delightful! Could listen all day but gotta run now 🙂

[@marinalongo1751]

Love your enthusiasm. Thanks heaps for sharing!

[@suzieftn]

Loved the video ! And YES the mantal is so important ! Do you think you could make video about your running journey since you strated ? I looked your older videos and it doesnt seem to exist... Thanks a lot, keep the good work ! WE ARE STRONG :)

[@artistwillawilla8337]

Saw you at the London Marathon! This video is so helpful ❤

[@BrandidiBrenzo]

Such a great video for new runners... thanks for this. Big fan!

[@acidklaus2854]

Great vid made even more worth it for hearing the phrase “I’m not a crystal shagger.” 😂

[@lenkaontherun]

Haha, exactly. I almost spit my coffee all over my computer. 🤣

[@alaefarmestatesllc]

What does that even mean?

[@lenkaontherun]

@@alaefarmestatesllc It just means that she's really not into it.

[@kathleenbolanos]

This video was INCREDIBLE

[@marksmith8827]

Super positive person and great tips . Keep up the fantastic work

[@ukmattj]

Saw a lady at pepper pig world in vaporfly 3s - I couldn’t believe my eyes!

[@melchiorvalentine769]

Vile

[@ukmattj]

@@melchiorvalentine769 a runner will spot them a mile off in the wild as well. Foam looked buckled and all sorts

[@naomip3002]

Who cares?

[@vikroy3777]

Good info - appreciate the no gimmicks.

[@frankmarquez6934]

Can't say enough about sessions. Thanks for the reminder.

[@sarahbergin1793]

Such a good video ❤

[@ABigHug]

I feel this should be called ‘ …. when I started marathon running’ not just ‘when I started running’ as most of what you talk about seems like it would apply a lot further down the line for someone just starting out running 😳. I haven’t even managed a full 5k yet 😆, so fuelling bars etc really aren’t a thing for me yet!

[@Unurinen]

Same :D I started running a month ago. I did 5k yesterday, with average 9:17/km pace. This tips are for far future :D

[@Aditya-ne4lk]

lol exactly same thoughts

[@tiffersome]

I agree, I just finished my first week of None 2 Run so I had to google carbon plates, PB, and Kipchoge when they were mentioned. I also have no idea how to set up a training journal or what sessions should look like. A little impractical for beginner runners to hire a running coach as well.

[@kiraanastasiaandersen1145]

I’m strong I’m tough I’ve done the training I’m in control I loved this!! Might need to write that on my hand for my next race!!

[@Demiduivenvoorden]

SENDING YOU THE BIGGEST HUG!!!! and i got influenced to buy the puresports gel lol

[@JaneHume-dv7bw]

Love my new balance fresh foam the trail version. Did my first ever UTMB in New Zealand in them this year. Haven’t tried their road version yet. Thanks for the video xxxx

[@gemmacoles6333]

Yes Anya! those little lemon SIS carb sweets are so great! So glad someone else shares my love for them haha

[@carolinemcgauley4776]

If you think the sis blocks are good the precision Fuel ones are next level

[@randenlewis152]

Your personality and energy are wonderful :) Have you tried asics superblast? Or Saucony endorphin speed?

[@kjerstenkipp1154]

You may see me in the airport with carbon plated shoes 😳. It’s because I fly in the “biggest” pair of shoes I’m bringing. Mostly because I’m trying to fly without checking a bag. Loved the video.

[@catherineplit7695]

So helpful and inspiring! Thank you!

[@moggy992]

Hi anya I love these informative video's. I love my saucony endorphin speed for speed workouts plus long race distances. The carbons only for 5k 10k races. I'm too a runderwear gal. Socks are compressport socks or danish endurance socks. Fueling is SIS and veloforte and phizz. I use the tablets and gels. Plus chews veloforte. Post race shoes are a must for me too. Sketchers massage fit. Lastly I'd love a coach how much are they hmm😊

[@christinaclementson]

The mental side is what I struggle with the most. Our mind is our own worst enemy! I want 3:30 at Chicago but keep saying ‘or just a PB’. I need to start believing I can do 3:30 🤪 Good luck for tomorrow!! 💪💪

[@karolina.321]

I love the double layer socks. They glide against each other and DONT rub anywhere. Maybe a cheaper version would cause friction but otherwise theyre a dream. Although they do add a little thickness, the absence of any friction (against the shoe) means they actually keep my feet cooler.

[@hahaheslop]

I once saw someone walking around a shopping centre in Nike Alphafly's, couldn't believe it! 😅

[@annekafrench7120]

I got the Adidas Adizero Pros recently I do like them, I’ve not done any speed work yet so I need to as I have a Mary’s job in 5 weeks so I need to decide on what shoe. I love my Vaporfly 3 I do all my speed sessions/mixed Ling runs in them. Yesterday was 22 miles mixed with 15 miles being marathon pace (6.30 ish per mile).. My ankle were killing me by the end so you’re right not that supportive. I have just got some Endorphin Elites yesterday 😃 So I cannot wait to try them!

[@laurenmillyx]

What percentage of your weekly mileage would be in carbon plated shoes? And what is your opinion on the nylon plate ones? (I.e saucony endorphin speed?)

[@nikolaykumchev9530]

See you at the Big Half tomorrow (no I won't, you'll be too far ahead) and best of luck for the race! How do the new Vaporfly 3 compare to the VF2 that you ran London 22 in?

[@Trance83ful]

Thanks for the knicker tips. Literally any pair I wear end up in my crack and I spend half the run checking around to correct it. Got Runderwear knickers and they’re no good. Going to have to bite the bullet and go for the thong recommendation. Thanks for this. Also, socks are only in that colour which doesn’t go with my half marathon outfit. Are there any other ultra thin ones as my Vapors are ever so slightly snug? Thanks x

[@Lulu-oi9ue]

I will have three pairs of shoes. Asics gel nimbus 25 for road running and the Asics trabucco max 3 for trail running. Im looking to get a pair or nike free metcon 5 for the gym. I need to buy more socks and undies lol. Thanks for the tips.

[@BYHISSTRIPEZ]

The Adidas running shoes really need to be broken in for 10 or 20 miles before you judge

[@Charlotte-fn5jy]

Currently just have one pair of trainers (the Boston 12s and I love them), but I'm looking to get a new pair of something at some point, haven't quite decided yet

[@millie4612]

Anya! your story absolutely inspires me, I started off with the couch to 5k and am now running half marathons! I entered a runners block (so to speak) but after reading your story i have never felt more motivated and inspired to continue. Recently I started to develop pain on the front arch of my foot below my ankle when running, has this ever happened to you? its stopped me running long distances (that being hardly 5 minutes before having to stop) and its really put me down! had a gait analysis and the shoes felt perfect but now im getting this pain and I can't see why!

[@linnk89]

I have problems with plantar fasciitis and it started as pain in the arch of my foot, I’m not a physio though or an expert in any way so recommend maybe going to see a physio to help you figure it out? Hope you feel better soon!!

[@millie4612]

@@linnk89 thank you that's really interesting! I will definitely check this out further with a physio.

[@vanessamartinez4917]

Did your mom grow up in the 80’s? When the going gets tough, the tough get going, is a great song. 🎶 I prefer Billy Ocean’s Get Outta my Dreams, Get into my Car. 😉 If your mom is from Generation X, listen to her! She knows what’s she’s talking about. Love the videos Anya. 😀❤️😀

[@berleanbriones1780]

I'm listening ❤ congratulations 🎉😅 I just saw your in the news. 🎉😂❤😅

[@oneschance]

I’m watching from America. Every time you said calves, I thought you were saying carbs.

[@theandroids]

I just use basic boot socks and never ever had a blister.

[@sturgmanrunning8546]

See u at big half good luck

[@perlah8407]

Maybe he didn't had space in his luggage.😂 been there.

[@lean2281]

Shut up

[@cook_7]

Did you just quote a lyric from billy ocean and say its something silly my mum says.. Just now realised how old i am 😂😢👴🏻

[@robwilks4816]

R U related to Flora Beverly?

[@sparkles877]

It's AH-sics, not AE-sics, just fyi 😁 x

[@bahmak2003]

😂😂😂 nazi

[@killeremma]

this is interesting but please look in the camera not at yourself it's really jarring!

[@karlbratby4349]

Made in Chelsea… seriously. 😂

[@tomgrant6416]

Almost the first thing she says is you only need 2 pairs of trainers, then she proceeds to show you several different pairs of brand new looking trainers which would obviously cost several hundred pounds. Big turn off, lacks credibility, out of reach of most people's budgets.