running as my only form of exercise

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  • JPod279
    JPod279 Posts: 722 Member
    Everyone is different so you will have to see what works for you. But it probably wouldn't hurt to drop and do a couple sets of push ups after a run to do a little upper body toning, right?
  • k_pattie
    k_pattie Posts: 34 Member
    Probably reiterating what everyone has already said...

    From personal experience I would recommend supplemental strength training. In january I went from lightly running 3x a week to training for a half-marathon. At first I ignored the strength training recommendations and then started when I wasn't getting as noticeable muscle tone that I wanted - this GREATLY improved my running capabilities. My endurance was stronger, I could run farther at a better pace, and I was able to focus on other aspects of my running. It doesn't have to be overwhelming - you could still run everyday and do strength training 3x a week.
    Also, I would recommend going to a running store to have a sales associate help you find the best running shoe for your foot. This makes all the difference in the world and the extra cost of the shoe is worth the price. Make sure to stretch - especially focusing on your tendons! Ankle exercises etc
    Good luck!!
  • sunshineshica
    sunshineshica Posts: 277
    Running FOR ME is the fastest easiest way to lose weight and see immediate results per the dreaded scale:-) I like to watch a weigh myself everyday. I can't help it. It keeps me motivated. But I also add in ab exercises and strength training a couple days out the week if time permits when I'm at the gym. I've had people tell me to not do as much cardio and to put more of other things like aerobics, boot camps, weight lifting and I tried that and the results were entirely either too slow if any results at all and very discouraging. Nothing makes me feel like I got a great workout like running does. But that's just me.
  • nickiw68
    nickiw68 Posts: 71
    Running FOR ME is the fastest easiest way to lose weight and see immediate results per the dreaded scale:-) I like to watch a weigh myself everyday. I can't help it. It keeps me motivated. But I also add in ab exercises and strength training a couple days out the week if time permits when I'm at the gym. I've had people tell me to not do as much cardio and to put more of other things like aerobics, boot camps, weight lifting and I tried that and the results were entirely either too slow if any results at all and very discouraging. Nothing makes me feel like I got a great workout like running does. But that's just me.

    That's me too!!!

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