[GaReb770]

<p>When I started my second running hobby in 1999, I went from then until 2010 with only one fall.  This year I've had 4 falls, including two in a 14 mile training run this past Saturday.  Scraped knees and an arm that is smarting but to the best I can tell, not broken - no bruises, swelling and it's operable.</p>
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<p>And it's not even on rough sidewalk I'm falling.  So, could shoes be the problem?  I just switched from Mizuno's to Asics this year.  Is my water belt making me unbalanced?  I haven't fallen in any races where I'm running in the street and don't need a water belt.  Or am I just clutsy and maybe it's time to spend more time on a treadmill and do weights rather than running so much?</p>
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<p>I have thought about getting some knee pads and running in basketball shorts for a little added protection.  Failing that, maybe one of those NASA space suits?! <img alt="" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/dontknow.gif" style="width:37px;height:15px;" title=""></p>

 

[Tamster]

<p>bubble wrap. that's the answer <img alt="" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/smile.gif" style="width:16px;height:16px;" title=""></p>
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<p>hmmm, should I be curious as to why you posed this question in the Masters Forum? <img alt="" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/huh.gif" style="width:15px;height:15px;" title=""></p>
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<p><img alt="" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/biggrin.gif" style="width:16px;height:16px;" title=""></p>

 

[GaReb770]

<p>Because I'm a senior citizen runner and couldn't post it in the 30 something thread. <img alt="wink.gif" class="bbcode_smiley" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies//wink.gif"></p>

 

[Fortunate One]

<p>Ga, I think you should take up trail running, where falling is expected.  It might be time to practice your roll.</p>

 

[ksrunr]

<p>Do we need to ask what's IN the fuel belt bottles??</p>
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<p>eta:  Are you saying the 30 something kiddos don't fall down or they would laugh at you? <img alt="" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/banana.gif" style="width:33px;height:35px;" title=""></p>

 

[Ileneforward]

<p>GeorgiaReb, I find new shoes trip me up.  I need to really concentrate on picking up my feet higher until I get used to them. </p>

 

[Dennis]

<p>I also find that a new style of shoe can affect me. I havent fallen except for 2 sidewalk cracks though.  I went back and forth between the Asics Foundation & GT21## models. The Foundation is a slightly wider and heavier shoe. But usually I adapt quickly</p>

 

[Pie Jones]

<p>GaReb.......I"m jointly blessed in that I run trails, and I'm quite clumsy, which means I get to fall a lot.........it just takes practice, and you will improve in both your form, and style.....good luck</p>
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[Hemerocallus]

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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>Pie Jones</strong> <a href="/forum/thread/70818/help-me-i-m-falling-and-i-do-get-up-but-it-s-getting-rediculous#post_1957185"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style="border-right:0px solid;border-top:0px solid;border-left:0px solid;border-bottom:0px solid;"></a><br><br><p>GaReb.......I"m jointly blessed in that I run trails, and I'm quite clumsy, which means I get to fall a lot.........it just takes practice, and you will improve in both your form, and style.....good luck</p>
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<p>Ditto for me, trails and being a klutz don't mix well. </p>
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<p>I've improved my odds greatly by regularly doing balance exercises.  Try standing on one foot (no shoes) and toss a medicine ball from hand to hand. When you get good at that, try closing your eyes or standing on one foot on a bosu ball.  Great for both the balance and the ankle strength.<br><br>
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[tomwhite]

<p>..ok, since you 'fessed up about asking us Old Guys//............are you leaning too far off center when you run??</p>
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<p>when I trail run (ran)</p>
<p>I kept a straight up body position and a low hand carry for better balance</p>