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?
There is a lot of evidence that running barefoot is good. I used to do it on the infield of the HS track after a speed session. My legs always felt great after!
Watch out though! My son was running barefoot last summer, stepped on glass and cut his toes open right before cross country season started. Do try to run on dirt some.
One other thought. Do you have loose ankles like a lot of swimmers? This will effect your running. Loose ankles are no good for running. I found out the hard way. There are shoes designed for those needing more ankle support. Overpronating is hard on the ankles too. So be a bit wary if this is an issue.
There is a lot of evidence that running barefoot is good. I used to do it on the infield of the HS track after a speed session. My legs always felt great after!
Watch out though! My son was running barefoot last summer, stepped on glass and cut his toes open right before cross country season started. Do try to run on dirt some.
One other thought. Do you have loose ankles like a lot of swimmers? This will effect your running. Loose ankles are no good for running. I found out the hard way. There are shoes designed for those needing more ankle support. Overpronating is hard on the ankles too. So be a bit wary if this is an issue.
