Running is probably one of the hardest activities to start next to swimming... my team swims 3 times a week and that's it... (feeling a little burned out too)... BUT, I'd like to start running - and was wondering on if you guys have any tips.
I've googled it a bit and a lot of people say to start slow - walk a majority of the time and run in little spurts and build up from there.
Anyways, fellow swimmers - any other advice to give?
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All the running advice is good. I would add:
Stick with short distances, 2 miles tops, for at least 6 months. Run every other day. You could probably do more on any given day, but you will pay for it. The #1 run goal: stay injury free.
It is hard to be a consistent runner--or swimmer--but it does pay dividends.
Soft surfaces are better than hard. Cement is the worst, asphalt is better, dirt trails rule--though on trails a baby stroller might be a stretch.
Are you open minded? Learn how to run with your core. Your body will thank you. See: www.chirunning.com/.../home.phpGood luck. --mjm
All the running advice is good. I would add:
Stick with short distances, 2 miles tops, for at least 6 months. Run every other day. You could probably do more on any given day, but you will pay for it. The #1 run goal: stay injury free.
It is hard to be a consistent runner--or swimmer--but it does pay dividends.
Soft surfaces are better than hard. Cement is the worst, asphalt is better, dirt trails rule--though on trails a baby stroller might be a stretch.
Are you open minded? Learn how to run with your core. Your body will thank you. See: www.chirunning.com/.../home.phpGood luck. --mjm
