Amy…I’m 74 years old, ran, skated and now cycle. 45 years ago I, like you, found myself in effectively the same hole you were in…depression, anxiety. Ten years later I crawled out. Like you I never want to fall back in the hole. Please understand how important your honest and frank discussions of these issues are. If they help me, I know there are others who have seen some rough patches during their lives and appreciate your message. Thanks. Tom

Hi Amy, I haven’t been on holiday in years but thanks to you I’ve booked a trip to majorca on a cycling holiday by myself, thanks for the inspiration!!!👍

Amy. You don’t look awful. You r so inspirational. Well done you. You are an elite athlete after all. According to hi bike fit. 😂

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Haha not elite in any way 😂 V02 max (due to genetics & built up fitness) is at elite level which means with training I could potentially be elite but I’m not trained and it’s too late for that now 😂 I also don’t want to race elite too scary that! I’ll stick to Audax & endurance 🙌

@billconley3788

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for reply Amy. You must have hundreds potential to reply to. The important thing is the bigger messages you are getting across to so many people. Love your Videos. You look after yourself.

Always remember that your fitness journey is a marathon and not a sprint! It's the journey that is the prize. You remind me of my younger self and inspire me to GET OUT THE DOOR!

Amy, you are an inspiration. I had lots on mental health issues in 2020 and was considering suicide before I managed to get some help. I’m still not honest with the people I love about how bad things got. I started biking and running in 2021 and I started feeling much better and that continues to today. I’m still in therapy and I’ve also started yoga and meditation. You inspire me and many others because of your openness and honesty about your personal experiences. I would never be able to to do a KZread channel like this and tell the whole world. I think if I could do that, I would consider myself much better. Keep up the great job of keeping us all motivated. Thank you much.

Hi Amy getting out the door is for sure the hardest part of any run or ride. i'VE been cycling and runnin g for over 30 years and once past the door everything changes for the better, ps you look amazing so be confident in yourself and enjoy this life experiance

You never have to appologise for your appearance Amy as long as you are happy :o) I love your vlogs and easy style Yes running is hard, and the hardest step is often just getting out the door - so you are doing great. Keeping doing what makes you happy, cycling, running.... !

Hi Amy. Can I congratulate on your great personality. I have had to take it easy after a hernia op and in that time found your KZread site. It made me miss my cycling so much and keen to get back out there. You are very inspirational and encouraging to others. Keep up the great work and I look forward to more of your adventures.

I’ve a London 10k end of feb I only done 1 run last week done 8k straight off I surprised myself , being a postie for years has its rewards 💪🏻 keep the videos coming 👍

As a Dad of two daughters I empathise with the stress and strain of modern life. Both my kids struggled with anxiety and panic attacks but they learned to cope and got through it. We are all unique and marvellous in different ways. It’s just a joy to see you loving life, thank you for sharing and being so open and honest!

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Ahh so sorry to hear that! Glad they got through it, thanks for watching 🫶

Starting running is a great journey to document ! Amazin’ 🏃🏼‍♂️

Thanx for this inspirational video ❤ . You always bring a smile on my face 😀

Good luck with the comeback. Take your time and build slowly. You will smash it 👌

Well done Amy, you came across well while running, really enjoyed this video as well as your riding vlogs a strong young lady. Keep up the good content

Great little video, it’s nice to mix it up sometimes and running definitely helps with the fitness!! Your videos are great and really inspiring, keep up the great work👍

I've just been reading through some of the messages. They just show what a wonderful inspiration you are to me and many many others. We all love you appreciate all the wonderful work that you do. Hope you enjoy your new bike 🏊🚵🏃

Another interesting blog, thanks Amy. Get along to your local parkrun!

Just few words of advice Amey. 1. Make use of any off rd surfaces to reduce the long term impact. Def buy some new running shoes asp. Keep the rd race distance below 1/2 marathon to start with. A pair of studs for running on soft ground will enhance your ankle strength. Muti terrain events are more relaxed as you tend to forget about clock times. I'm 69 and have run since I was 19. Took up cycling at 54 and must admit the cycling is more enjoyable.

44 min for a 10K run is really good. Not like world champion good but definitely a very respectable time that many people having run for much longer would envy you. Also, the great thing about running is that it is very affordable - you just need a pair of decent shoes really - and it can be done more or less anywhere, whenever you want, and with only a pair of shoes to clean afterwards if the weather has been horrible.

@thejeffinvade

6 ай бұрын

My 10K PB is 42:05, I did a sub 20min parkrun last summer and I run my first marathon last October, finished in 3:19. I say I am an above average runner. But running give me so many injuries that I am still dealing with one right now. Running is a lot harder on your body than cycling. Cyclists needs to be careful and take it slow.

@courtney2835

6 ай бұрын

I can't do a 10k in less than an hour. 44 minutes to me is...just...wow

Hats off to you for running Amy, I have tried to get into running but pick up so many injuries it's just easier to get on the bike and big love to you for opening up about an eating disorder on here. Mental Health is our biggest issue these days.

For your hip pain, I suggest trying one of those memory foam pillow blocks that goes between your knees. This keeps both hips correctly aligned when you sleep on your side. Made a world of difference for me.

That is fast! Well done, honest video as usual

Wow well done Amy. Yes really enjoyed your video, I love my cycling and being able to jump on my bike and go off somewhere but I also love running or rather I used to. I am 62 and started running when I was about 55 I lost a lot of weight and running was a big part of that, these last couple of years I have had spells of bad health and injuries my fitness levels have dropped but I have been trying to run more regularly. At the moment I have managed two 5k`s a week but I am struggling I am letting my diet slip some what and though I don`t class myself as having an eating disorder I have an addictive personality, I am 14 years sober as in a recovering alcoholic and clean from illicid drugs but I binge on chocolate from time to time and then feel bad. So I am trying to get my eating under control and slowly build my running up again, about 5 years ago I was in a great space with my running, fitness, eating. I ran a half marathon and was running about 4 times a week doing 5k, 8k,10k and a 18k I was never that fast but pretty good for my age, I know I can never go back but if I can get myself fit again, loose some weight and run more often that would be great. So it was great to see your vlog today on running and I feel inspired from it. Thank you and I look forward to seeing more running vids.

Another great video. So inspiring. Recommend Yoga to supplement your running and moreover cycling. So good for the body and mind!

I had a left hip issue for quite some time. Then I began to stretch my hamstrings with different poses. Eventually the pain started to slowly diminish , and now I’m pain free.

I'm an avid cyclist & have been for 40 years & you've inspired me to go for a light jog on grass ❤

Hi Amy really enjoyed your running commentary. If the running shoes you were not happy with are HOKA take them back and they may change them for you. This is what they told me when I bought mine. Really enjoy all your cycling videos. Well done Amy.

Nice to see you getting back to running! Good luck with it. I find mixing it in with cycling is really fun. Hope you find better running shoes.

@Tarmaccyclocross

6 ай бұрын

Running is not fun

Crikey, so much in that one. I think you are re-taking running for yourself rather than restarting. You look great! but more importantly well and healthy. Watch the injury thing, with running it is just you and the road but when on a bike the forces are through your natural levers and bikes tend to find a way of maximising injuries - they are little evil pain machines when it comes to injuries. I am no runner but that time seems pretty quick to me. Whether walking or out on the bike, the sense of wellbeing is so good for me, I guess that is why so many partake in outdoor activities. My fav recovery drink after a hard work out is Skyre, milk, frozen cherries and heaps of chocolate powder. ( Skyre is high in protein and the choc powder is nearly all sugar, the taste combo with the cherries really kicks the taste buds in to signifying that there is some good stuff in-coming and it feels like your body immediately starts to send stuff to your legs, it's almost bizarre. ) Nice work on the two lab videos, I think they explain the LT1/2 thing as well as any I have previously seen. Good results for both of you too!

My first thought seeing this: your hair is fantastic!

Puma Foreverrun Nitro are great..excellent grip and cushioning..

Wow well done 👏

Ha like ur ending with the socks. Yes cycling !!

Great content Amy lass

Ty im gonna go bck to mixing up my training now too and go graddual.

Nice change of pace ( pun intended) That was fun and seeing a different side of you running.. your self motivation talk (kinda..lol) is similar to mine🤭. A good saying is "do the work and the feeling comes later" 🙂.. I wish i was an outside runner but i worry about my knees getting too much pounding , so i leave that to the treadmill. Btw, hiking is a good sport too as it teaches you balance and you're outside 😉 ✌️

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Ohh yes love hiking too!

You're AWESOME! As a guy, I felt like you did/do about food & 3 times in my life. i lost 100 lbs to get appovel from others. I would beat myself up for over eating

Explosive sprinting can be really beneficial.. and much more time friendly :)

👍👍👍👍 well done .

I find running harder to manage in terms of volume, you can very quickly get an injury. I use a widget on my garmin that has my weekly milage as a percentage of monthly so tells me if I'm over 10%, which is likely when injuries happen. With cycling I don't seem to be able to get injured athletically but cars an really mess you up which has a much lower risk with running. I like both, so do both!

There is nothing wrong with your looks best of luck with the running.

I tried switching to Hoka & ended up with awful blood blisters on both feet, I went back to my Brooks Ghosts and no problems at all! Hope you find a good pair of runners that treat you well ☺️

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! That sounds painful! Glad you have the right ones now ☺️

You looked like you enjoyed that. Maybe because you are excited about a new challenge? I love walking and running because it feels so natural to do so. Get Kyle to cycle just in front and film you running, next time. Can't be good for you, running and swinging just one arm. Another great video. Thank you :)

Great clear video again! Good stuff. I want to start running again, it's been too long and I forgot what clothes are good, because I don't want to dress too warm because I overheat fast, any advice for a do-it-all set of running clothes? I do have shoes.

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Thanks! I’m enjoying it 🙌 but not doing too much of it as bike is priority haha! Ohhh I just have a mix of long sleeve and shirt sleeves I get too warm too! Always happens haha I do have a thin wind jacket from under armour that’s been good a pull over one that’s not too hot :)

Well done. I cannot run very well flat footed. I do swimming as an alternative to cycling but unfortunately not many pools in Lincoln 😢 One suggestion for your runs how about Chester cam when he's out running with you.

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Haha that’s a good idea!

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Well done Amy you very Good 😅.

Ah, the mystery of your 70+ VO2 max is coming clear :) The running plus genetics.

It's not silly at all taking precautions to stay safe, it's the sensible thing to do. Mind you, with your VO2 max I'm not sure anyone will catch you! 😁👍

I would buy running shoes online, a lot of places have generous return policies such as Hoka or Brooks so you can actually run in them a few times and still return them if they are uncomfotable

Well done Amy. Your channel is really good! Some more running videos would be great.

Mixed run and cycle training it wonderful, it's so much easier to pack running stuff than cycling. Keep them both going. Also have a look for a local Canicross club. This is a fantastic sport for you and your hound.

@tonypaddler

6 ай бұрын

I thought CaniCross was Amy's gravel bike ... 🤔🚲😁 Indeed, running and cycling is a great mix, I'm going to start (very slowly) running myself again soon. I'll do it on the days when I want to go outdoors but can't be bothered to get cycling ready. CaniCross sounds great fun 🐕‍🦺 🙂👍

@thejeffinvade

6 ай бұрын

I run my first marathon last October, finished in 3:19. I say I am an above average runner. But running give me so many injuries that I am still dealing with one right now. Running is a lot harder on your body than cycling. Cyclists needs to be careful and take it slow.

@Tarmaccyclocross

6 ай бұрын

Don’t bother it’s incredibly boring

@tonypaddler

6 ай бұрын

@@thejeffinvade oh yes, for sure, running will give your body a serious pounding, especially us older folk. I used to fell run as a teenager and into my twenties, that was many years and kilogrammes ago! Cheers 👍

@thejeffinvade

6 ай бұрын

@@tonypaddler I am in my late 30s and injuries are starting to pile up. I still exercise 9-10 hours per week, just a lot less running and more swimming/cycling/basketball.

I used to run in expensive nikes & had bruises all the time - bought 10e Aldi shoes, no blisters, bruises ...shorter steps 👍

Love cycling that path, especially if i only have a couple of hours spare, normally cycle to Hilton to the cafe on Main Street, have a coffee and return.

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Ohh that’s a nice one!!

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Ohh that’s a nice one!!

If you get into much running dont worry you will have a few pairs of shoes. Different ones for different conditions. Trail running is much more interesting if you like getting into the countryside.

Well done you

Amy what GoPro have you got ? Just looking to get one that’s all , love the channel by the way 🙌

@amy.cycling.adventures

5 ай бұрын

Thank you ☺️ i have the hero 10 :D

If you’ve got that hip problem it’s worth finding a running shop to look at shoes. A different insole can square things up and stop sore hips, knees and ankles. You are young and a lightweight so won’t bother you now but when you get older it probably will. Don’t ignore problems when you are young, you pay for it in later years.

I got Hokas fitted as well and they were terrible for my feet. Blisters and just no sense of feel

Love a wee run post WFH day! 😊 what do you do for work Amy if you don’t mind me asking?

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

In finance ☺️

Amy you try the Nottingham bike ride it's on every year 50 miles to Lincoln and back you can do it for fun or sponsorship to raise money for any charity of your choice iam thinking about doing it again done it once when I was in my 30s

Do your feet Pronate or supinate, that is the running question, my wife says, also does the ball of your foot hit the ground first, or your heal. If its your heal, give it away now Amy. My wife had to have a neck operation as well as a new hip at sixty. She still cycles though.

Be careful and take it slow. Running is a lot harder on your body than cycling. I run my first marathon last October, finished in 3:19. But running give me so many injuries that I am still dealing with one right now. I exercise 9-10 hours per week, if I do cycling/swimming/basketball, I am fine. But If I run over 8-9 hours per week I will get injured within 2 month. I did everything according to the book too, proper warmup and cool down, dynamic stretching, take easy day easy, etc. It doesn't help. 80% of my running is easy pace, and My easy pace is 10:00 per mile, 2.5 mins slower than my marathon pace, but still I will get injured.

@Tarmaccyclocross

6 ай бұрын

And so boring

Running before cycling…now that VO2 max makes sense. I love cycling but in my experience running does so much more for my fitness - no way as much fun though.

I find running harder than cycling because you can't freewheel whilst running unless you had wheels on your legs but then you'd be cycling - no rolling skating.

At least you can see yourself in the mirror! When I look in the mirror this old guy looks back it me and no matter how quick I move he’s always in the way!

Good for you, Amy! BTW, get some pepper spray for your safety.

Omg I used to have those new balance and loved them!! But the have discontinued them 😢😢😢so annoying when they do that!

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Ah no 😢😢😢

@rubyyeve2487

6 ай бұрын

@@amy.cycling.adventures I’ve found them on a US site but the sizes only go up to 5.5! Hope you find a pair that you love just as much :)

Chester wants to run and gets left home. Kyle doesn't want to run, so Amy runs solo. Not sure whether it was just the low light conditions, but you may want to experiment with the stabilization on the camera. Intended as helpful feedback, not criticism- I totally get that this was your 1st time filming your running.

"Go out and blummin' do it" Quite right! Just do it, or whatever outdoor exercise you like

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Haha the flowers weren’t for me they were for his grandma but I’d take flowers over pudding I think it depend what mood I’m in 😂😂

99.999% of people are fine, so just consider the odds...Be aware, but not afraid xx

Wow that is a fantastic time amazing. Get a good swim time you would be an ace triathlete. Even Duathlete????? Make great Vid 😊

This is true! I like your channel though.

Hey Amy, do you ever go running with your sister?

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

She’s in America at the moment running! My other sister we don’t live close by but do when we see each other ☺️

My best time for a 10 km 45 mins, so you put me to shame 🥰

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

That’s awesome!

Amy Running Adventures

do u do any weights?

@rollandjoeseph

6 ай бұрын

She should, muscle density is important for anyone

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Yes 2-3 times a week ☺️

Did you do something with your hair? I thought it was straight. You have pretty hair.

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

My hair is naturally curly I usually straighten it ☺️

It's weird how your thoughts sound so much more competitive when you're running

When will we see Kyle out on a run! Pay good money to watch that video. 😮

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

😂😂 he’s not a fan of running!

Interesting lampshades ...

Your running shoes remind me of Kyle's cycling shoes - "well-worn"

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

True! 😂

@malcontent_1

6 ай бұрын

@@amy.cycling.adventures over here we might say they're _to' up from the flo' up_ !!

How are your colleagues reacting to your channel? Do they know you have a channel and are popular?

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Yes some of them watch it ☺️

Running with a dog is freedom!, can't do that with cycling !

@EddInLancs01

6 ай бұрын

You can mountain bike with a dog!

Not a lion !!! A cute cocker spaniel ❤

Asics are the only running shoe, according to my wife.

wheres the sheep

@andrewmcalister3462

6 ай бұрын

Turned into a lampshade. 😅

Running? No way, too much like hard work, get yourself a hobby like home arranging or flower brewing. ❤

Running is so boring you’ll finish up a zombie 🤣

@andrewmcalister3462

6 ай бұрын

At 44 minutes for a 10k, Amy should be able to outpace any zombies 🧟‍♀️

Cycling helps running. Running doesn't help Cycling.

@rollandjoeseph

6 ай бұрын

Huh? How's that?

@Charlieturnerv

6 ай бұрын

​@@rollandjoesephevery person I've spoken to who does running. Some of them do ultra running and triathlon. Have said if you're a cyclist then don't start to run because it will ruin your leg's. Maybe it's different if you go from running to cycling .

Running is for people with bad time management.🙂

@thejeffinvade

6 ай бұрын

I exercise 9-10 hours per week, if I do cycling/swimming/basketball, I am fine. But If I run over 8 hours per week I will get injured within couple of month. Running is a lot harder on your body than cycling. I run my first marathon last October, finished in 3:19. I also did sub 20 parkrun last summer. I say I am an above average runner. But running give me so many injuries that I am still dealing with one right now. Now I just run twice per week.

Stick to the bike Amy…Running induces joint/hip wear over the long term.. it’s mostly a psychological validation for people..

@JAMESBAKER-jm5dv

6 ай бұрын

🙄

Take a knife? It's better to be judged by 12 than carried by 6.

@rollandjoeseph

6 ай бұрын

She'd be better off with mace

I used to be depressed and angry with the world and then I discovered Chai Latte powder in my morning porridge!

@amy.cycling.adventures

6 ай бұрын

Haha now that is a great idea! One that I have tried myself 🙌🙌😍