tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post3633187109213756657..comments2024-03-14T03:05:48.400-04:00Comments on RunnerDude's Blog: Don't Forget to Cross-Train!RunnerDudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15209079063314051451noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-59121495723972133802009-04-25T12:28:00.000-04:002009-04-25T12:28:00.000-04:00Hey racesinplaces.com! I know what you mean. Hard ...Hey racesinplaces.com! I know what you mean. Hard to go to the gym when it's so dang pretty outside. It's beautiful here in NC right now. But like you said, in about a month when the NC humidity kicks in and if feel like you're swimming instead of running, I'll it'll be hard to get out of the gym! LOL!RunnerDudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15209079063314051451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-14258373133460257292009-04-25T08:24:00.000-04:002009-04-25T08:24:00.000-04:00Thanks for the reminder, RunnerDude! It is so easy...Thanks for the reminder, RunnerDude! It is so easy to get caught up in your weekly runs, especially with the weather warming up (finally!). It's hard here in NYC to cross train with anything other than walking/hiking because a lot of us don't have bikes (no place to keep keep them in these tiny apts.) and there are not a lot of pools here. But a good gym membership can solve that problem, it's a just a matter of getting yourself in out of the nice weather. I have a feeling I'll be more inclined to cross train once the weather gets too warm! But again, thanks for the reminder- we always love reading your tips!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-76660353810833246702009-04-19T09:45:00.000-04:002009-04-19T09:45:00.000-04:00Hi NoMeatAthlete!You know you have an interesting ...Hi NoMeatAthlete!You know you have an interesting point. I'll see what kind of info I can find. What I have read says that if you're adding cross-training to a routine that previously didnt' have any, to be sure and keep the intensity level the same. So, if you're replacing some easy runs with your swimming or cycling, then make sure that the new cross-training workouts are not more intense than your easy runs would have been. This wasn't your case, but if a runner's adding a crosstraining activity that's new to him/her, he/she needs to be sure to ease into it. If they blast off on their road bike and haven't done it in the past year, they're increasing their chances of injury. Also, besure that you're not replacing all of your easy runs with crosstraining. Those easy runs are important and needed. They also help strengthen muscles that aren't used when you're being speedy.RunnerDudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15209079063314051451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-67730048154240623852009-04-18T23:47:00.000-04:002009-04-18T23:47:00.000-04:00I love the idea of cross training because it's nic...I love the idea of cross training because it's nice to get to swim or bike, in hopes of someday doing a triathlon, while still focusing on running. <br />But interestingly, I got hurt once I started replacing my easy run days with swims and bikerides. Somehow it seems like the easy run days are actually more beneficial in terms of avoiding injury than not running at all. I'm wondering if has any logical basis, or if it's in my head!NoMeatAthletehttp://www.nomeatathlete.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-24881940014739054942009-04-17T16:31:00.001-04:002009-04-17T16:31:00.001-04:00Hey Jocelyn! I've never heard that about the ellip...Hey Jocelyn! I've never heard that about the elliptical. What makes a elliptical trainer unique is the ability to offer a weight bearing workout that puts minimal stress on the joints. Your feet never leave the pedals of an elliptical trainer, which eliminates any impact in your workout. Whether you go forward or reverse, and regardless of the level of resistance, there is a reduced risk of injury from overusing any one-muscle group. You might want to see what a fitness instructor or personal trainer says at your local gym, but I think you're safe using the elliptical machine. But, like anything, don't overdo it. especially the closer you get to race day.RunnerDudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15209079063314051451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-67994286096585452752009-04-17T16:31:00.000-04:002009-04-17T16:31:00.000-04:00Hey RunningThroughLife! I'm the same way, I have t...Hey RunningThroughLife! I'm the same way, I have to make sure I get the cross-training in. I'm better about it during the winter, but once spring and summer come, I wanna be out running!RunnerDudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15209079063314051451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-56856345697886210982009-04-17T13:29:00.000-04:002009-04-17T13:29:00.000-04:00I heard that the elliptical wasn't good for cross ...I heard that the elliptical wasn't good for cross training and that you should stay off you feet? Maybe that was a lie. I normally bike or weight lift, but walking is a great suggestion too! Thanks!<br /><br />Can sleeping count as cross training? heheheheJocelynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03832470043088076873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6007050355748263232.post-47490510564216500922009-04-17T10:01:00.000-04:002009-04-17T10:01:00.000-04:00Great advice. I need to be more diligent in my cro...Great advice. I need to be more diligent in my cross training efforts. I seem to get consumed in running and neglect this important aspect.Running Through Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07444503925395669478noreply@blogger.com