MORE MISTAKES RUNNERS MAKE (and how to avoid them)

[@MelRunsThings]

Thanks for all your inspiration, Matt

[@its_Matt_B_]

This is SO kind of you!! Thank you, Mel!!

[@MelRunsThings]

@@its_Matt_B_ You deserve it. I get so much value from you.

[@LinkedBooks]

🦆 I'm a beginner runner, started out this year at 50. Haven't made big mistakes yet and for that I certainly have to thank you and all the excelent content creators on running. KZbin hás been my go to place for knowledge on the sport. Thank you.

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@LinkedBooks I bet you’ve already seen some big improvements over when you started! Keep it up! Thanks for being a part of the channel! 🙌🏽

[@tinalewis6782]

🦆 Thank you for the mention! 😄 You all absolutely don’t have to run because Matt’s science and experience based videos apply to every sport! And the wisdom in this video applies double for all athletes over 60, especially the emphasis on rest! 😴💤 Recovery is less efficient as we age so we need more rest for the same benefits.

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@tinalewis6782 First of all, you’re welcome. Second, “recovery is less efficient as we age so we need more rest for the same benefits” just blew my mind.

[@tinalewis6782]

@ 🙌🏻

[@wenkrush]

🦆 Getting your nutrition figured out and properly fueling a run is something that takes time and practice, but it definitely pays off. Also, if you are running a longer distance, have a plan and stick to it. Everyone feels good at first. Don't get cocky and push past what you have trained for. Speaking from first-hand experience

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@wenkrush Good advice! It’s so true about sticking to the plan! 👊🏽

[@ijazzmunki]

Matt - great chat as always - one thing that's a bt new for me is fuelling correctly for running - I'm a recreational runner (of course) but eating carbs specifically to fuel my run the next day does seem to be working - but then having the odd day or meal with fewer or no carbs is fine too. Perhaps a video on how to start proactively using nutrition - or at least mentally planning your carb/protein intake around regular running could a good idea... jumping rope and strength training are also great for any newbie runners out there - I highly recommend you start getting this stuff into your weekly routine - you won't regret it

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@ijazzmunki Glad to hear you’ve found something (carbs specifically) that make your next day runs easier. As far as a video on proactively using nutrition or planning carb/protein intake. It’s a little out of my lane; I don’t plan my nutrition and am not a nutritionist and don’t think I’m qualified to offer advice. I will definitely look for an article on the topic that I can build a video around. 😀 Strength training is a key part of being the best runner we can be. 💪🏽 I make sure to do at least 3-4 short strength sessions a week. Keep up the great running!

[@annewright3486]

🦆 I’m impressed that you warm up! Not overtraining, not running through pain-when will I ever learn these lessons! 😂

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@annewright3486 🤣 It takes time and I don’t think the transformation will ever be complete; I could always warm up better and there are days when I push through pain/discomfort and others where I back off. I just try to have more days where I do the right thing rather than the wrong thing.

[@annewright3486]

@@its_Matt_B_that’s a good perspective!

[@runnerscorner2994]

Thank you for another wonderful masterpiece, I used to feel the same way about getting a certain amount of mileage in each week, and now I solely focus on "time on feet" and have hours written on my training plan instead of miles. Across the Years is coming up in December, and Rocky Racoon in February 🎉

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@runnerscorner2994 Time on feet is really the only important metric for runners of your caliber! Which time/distances are you doing at both?

[@runnerscorner2994]

@its_Matt_B_ at ATY I'm signed up for the 24 hour hoping to get my 100 miles! And at Rocky Racoon I'm going for the 100km 🫣 new years will be a total party - no cutt offs and running into the new year ❤️🎉

[@MelRunsThings]

@@runnerscorner2994 good luck for your events

[@jefflessenberry6632]

One last thing .... Listen to your body! I have in the past done whatever was on the schedule for the day. Now if i have a niggle or just feel bad I listen to my body instead of digging myself into a deeper hole. Just my lesson learned at 57. 🦆 Almost turkey trott time 🦃

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@jefflessenberry6632 Unfortunately the whole “listen to your body” advice needs to be learned the hard way most of the time! 😂

[@MelRunsThings]

imagine this is a "Duck Emoji" Definitely watched all the way through 🙂 As I'm getting older with autoimmunity, running is getting harder & harder to get back into, but I'm determined to start a new running plan. I feel more like a train "I think I can, I think I can..." Great video and you are always funny, Matt.

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@MelRunsThings I’m so chuffed when someone appreciates my humor. 😊 As far as getting back into it, I’d answer your “I think I can” with I know you can. Remember that whatever you do now doesn’t have to look like anything you’ve done before! 💪🏽

[@kuraimakumbe3762]

🦆 I love both running and strength training, great advice advise as always Matt!

[@its_Matt_B_]

You're lucky to love both. Although I sometimes enjoy strength training, I definitely do it because I have to rather than want to.

[@avifrunner]

Hey Matt, I must say I really like your channel. Found it just recently and really enjoy the content. At first I thought you talk too fast, but eventually got used to that! (Shoes reviews are not my cup-of-tea, though sometimes find them intersting as well). Now about those running mistakes - I couldn't agree more with the list you described. To add or highlight a few things, then I would say that you learn the importance of strengh and conditioning only with (injury) experience. Not a week goes by that I don't strength train at least twice a week. It's not fun as running, but it definatley supports and enables me to continue running and do marathons; no doubt about that. One more thing: When the gun goes and the race begins - Always run YOUR OWN PACE and don't chase anyone, eventually you will pass them all in in KM 35 and on.... and it's always YOU vs YOU, we're not pro athletes, we just enjoy the sport/hobby. Keep those vids. coming. oh... and that:🦆🦆🦆

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@avifrunner Thanks for the 🦆 and for liking my vids. As far as my speed of speech goes, I’m glad to hear you’ve got used to it and you’re not the only one who has said I speak to fast. A long time ago I tried to slow down, but there was something very tiring about trying to change something that comes so naturally. Also, I speed up every video I watch on KZbin by 1.75-2.00, so when I listen to my own videos it seems incredibly slow. Glad to hear you’re so consistent with your strength training. I agree it’s not nearly as fun as running, but if that’s what makes running better/easier, I’m all in!

[@avifrunner]

@@its_Matt_B_ keep talking fast as you do... got used to it and it would be strange and un-natural otherwise.. 😄

[@eric-running-to-chamonix]

🦆 I'd advocate for making as many mistakes as possible, just not the same ones repeatedly.

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@eric-running-to-chamonix This is very good advice!

[@michite7435]

🦆 finally found my duck emoji under goose 😂 i dont strength train...and have been making sure i eat properly.

[@its_Matt_B_]

Eating properly is a good thing to focus on. You know the old saying that "you can't out-train a bad diet."

[@Deadbuck73]

🦆 ! I have often times gone out with having eaten to soon before running. It’s not very comfortable!

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@Deadbuck73 Oh yeah! Running too soon after eating can be very unpleasant. Back when I was running more ultras I would practice running immediately after eating so I could eat enough and keep running during the race. It gets easier, but for us regular runners I’m not sure I see a point in being so uncomfortable. 😀

[@ThePastaEater]

Great advice, and great video. For me, its about the type of running you do. Most of my running is based around trails, hills and mountains, up to and beyond marathon distance. Very recently, I made a late entry for a road marathon (Chester, UK), thinking that I'd crush it and run it faster than I did about 12 years ago due to all the strength and endurance I'd built up in the hills over the last decade. However, the prolonged engagement of different muscle groups during the race left me with ITB and achillies problems at about 20 miles in, forcing me to complete the remaining miles running in damage-limitation mode. A big mistake, and understandable in hindsight. 🦆

[@its_Matt_B_]

The strange thing is that I bet you really are way stronger with greater endurance than ever before, but it's the specificity that got you at Chester! Nice going finishing the race though! I bet that last 10k was a slog! 💪🏽

[@ThePastaEater]

@@its_Matt_B_ A slog it was Matt. The last part became a mind game, with the aim of just getting across the finish line without any acute injury, and collecting the event t-shirt!

[@gokiwi2642]

Good video Matt, also I think for beginner runners is good to get into the routine of some cross training, biking, swimming excellent way of building up fitness with less stress impact on the body, & for older runners it’s never to late to start running I started running when I was 48 that was 12 years ago, luckily I haven’t had any major injuries that stopped me from running more than a week, only this year since turning 60 got a knee injury, yep best thing for new runners is try to stay consistent, even a little walk or run 2 or 3 times a week is better than 5 runs a week then no runners for a month, consistent regular efforts is the way to go, cool haha 🏃🏽‍♂️😮👊🏼🥳✅😀

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@gokiwi2642 Yep! Consistency is everything. Are you off running now due to your knee? Did you get a diagnosis or just take time off?

[@gokiwi2642]

@ the knee came right & I’ve done some half marathons, I’ve had some Achilles pain last few weeks, but managed to Kapiti half marathon last weekend, I got first in my age group, won a awesome t shirt, & then won a spot prize for free entry to Waitarere running events next year, so a lot of this year has been recovering from injuries, but very happy to get the half marathon done last weekend was great fun & winning a few prizes is fun, I was planning on doing Whanganui 3 bridge marathon 3rd December but at the moment just concentrating on recovery, keep up the good work Matt 🥳👍🌴🦦👏😀✅🎉

[@its_Matt_B_]

@ Brilliant! It sounds like things are coming up roses! Congrats on the AG win! 🫡💪🏽

[@TolunayOrkun]

🦆Good set of mistakes to cover. Especially too fast progression and too much speedwork...

[@its_Matt_B_]

Yes, and both are easy to do when we're really into it at the beginning of our running journey.

[@nathankramer2080]

🦆 definitely don’t strength train enough. I swore I would after my last marathon and my next marathon is in 2 weeks and I have neglected it once again 😩

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@nathankramer2080 Well, there’s no sense starting now and after your race you’ll need some quality recovery time. The silver lining is that you’ve got a month to prepare yourself for your new strength training habit! Good luck with your upcoming race!

[@MelRunsThings]

@@nathankramer2080 good luck!

[@amircastilla07]

weight loss for me is important but I believe it can be done with proper nutrition and cutting calories on nonessential calories. I notice that just being lighter doesn't mean faster. It takes some time to see the increase in pace as my body becomes accustomed to the new weight and is more efficient at burning calories.

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@amircastilla07 Agreed about proper nutrition and cost-cutting being the biggest part of weight loss. You’re right about getting faster taking time, but getting faster will happen faster with less excess weight. 💪🏽 Keep it up!

[@largeeddie]

Great thoughts, Matt! I'll go along with Bob Ross on this, that there are no mistakes, just happy accidents. Or as William Blake said, you never know what is enough unless you know what is more than enough. Run a lot but not too much. Get lots of sleep but we all need to make a living and have a life too. Strength training and stretching are great but I've hurt myself overdoing both and prefer to err to the side of too little these days. You try things and find what works for you, and that changes as the years go by. Here's a mallard because if you work too hard and don't rest or eat enough, vous pourriez tomber malade.🦆(Thanks to Google Translations.😄)

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@largeeddie we know each other well enough for you to use “tu” with me. “Vous” is formal. You would say “tu peux tomber malade” Anyway, I’m with Bob Ross too. That seems like a good attitude towards mistakes.

[@largeeddie]

@@its_Matt_B_ Getting a free French lesson is a happy accident! And speaking of falling🦆, comment ça va? Your runs on Strava are looking really strong. Back to your old self?

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@largeeddie Thanks for asking, but no, things are not back to normal. My runnign just feels more difficult. Easy runs seem to be ok, although the effort is still higher than normal. Any effort/workout just doesn't leave me feeling good. I have a vaca coming up, so I'll be running less. I'm hoping it's a good reset.

[@largeeddie]

@@its_Matt_B_ Very sorry to hear that, Matt, but I appreciate the update. It sounds like your body it telling you that it isn't ready to take on a big load of fatigue yet and that's something to respect. I'm also hoping that some down time does the trick. You've gone pretty hard this year just from what we're seeing in your videos and no doubt the vacation is well earned.

[@alanshrimpton6787]

My mistake was too fast too soon after my last HM race. Just can't do that @ 61 years of age. Ran hard 3 days after my PB HM with 2x 8min Threshold. 🦆

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@alanshrimpton6787 Ahh, it’s not surprising you felt able to do that session after your HM. I usually feel good in the days after a race and find it’s only later I notice the fatigue.

[@davidg9120]

I have made a few of these mistakes myself. 🦆

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@davidg9120 I’d like to see a runner that hasn’t made any of these mistakes. I’m quite sure they don’t exist.

[@GT-kx6hm]

Mallard

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@GT-kx6hm Nailed it!

[@ATREU850]

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[@its_Matt_B_]

@@ATREU850 Quack quack!

[@PoetWithPace]

You keep making the same mistakes Matt? 🤔

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@PoetWithPace Only now it’s with intention. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@MyFatAdaptedLife]

Not listening to my body.

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@MyFatAdaptedLife 🤣 DON’T TELL ME ME LISTEN TO MY BODY! You can’t tell me what to do!

[@MyFatAdaptedLife]

@its_Matt_B_ 😆

[@SantaCruzRunner]

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[@its_Matt_B_]

@@SantaCruzRunner Cheers, Jason! 🙌🏽

[@dazdarren9926]

🦆

[@its_Matt_B_]

🙌🏽 Cheers, mate!

[@danielsquier428]

🦆

[@its_Matt_B_]

@@danielsquier428 Thanks, Daniel! 👊🏽

[@rebuswrecker3831]

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[@its_Matt_B_]

@@rebuswrecker3831 🙌🏽 Cheers!