Swimming and running on the same day

helyg

I am working out my exercise timetable for next week (scheduling it means it is more likely to get done!).

I will be on the second week of a C25k programme. Obviously this isn't enormously strenuous as I am just starting out, but it is something new. This week I ran Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday but next week I would rather run Monday, Wednesday and Friday. However on Monday I also have a swimming lesson (improver level so we do lengths, lifesaving skills etc).

Will running at 6am and swimming at 7pm on the same day be OK? I know triathletes manage just fine, but trust me I'm no triathlete :laugh: But with the big gap in between and no other exercise (apart from the couple of miles walk to work and back) I should be OK, shouldn't I?

Sorry if this is a silly question, but I am very new to running.

MrsPixelbark

I'd say it's fine.

I regularly work out twice on one day: be it a swim in the morning, with a run in the evening or anything else really. Just go with your body: if you're feeling tired, take an extra rest day after the run, if you feel fine then carry on as normal.

Honestly, as long as you make sure to stick a bit more fuel in the tank, I can't see any problems at all. Loads of people do more than one workout in a day.

helyg

Thanks.

RobynLB

I like to swim right after a run. When "doing doubles" (two sepperate strenuous workouts in one day), expect to have a little less energy on your second workout and plan accordingly... drink a coffee before and have an extra little carb snack. You'll be fine, but don't expect to have your best performance.