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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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.
Fort is correct:
barefoot running can be hazardous which is why I choose a HS track. Its usually very well maintained. I've run on golf courses too but they will sometime object and no iPod so you can hear "four!".
I do have tights ankle from running which causes a poor freestyle kick and calf cramps, but I am working on that.
Be careful, you may end up in a Triathlon soon! I did a relay with a real swimmer (she is now a swimmer for Rice University) man was it fun to be upfront!!
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.
Fort is correct:
barefoot running can be hazardous which is why I choose a HS track. Its usually very well maintained. I've run on golf courses too but they will sometime object and no iPod so you can hear "four!".
I do have tights ankle from running which causes a poor freestyle kick and calf cramps, but I am working on that.
Be careful, you may end up in a Triathlon soon! I did a relay with a real swimmer (she is now a swimmer for Rice University) man was it fun to be upfront!!
