Running on the beach

Cocochickdeleted
Cocochickdeleted Posts: 342 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I am going to be on the coast for ten days next month, and since I have always dreamed of running on the beach and will have an opportunity to fulfill that dream, I wanted to ask for advice from any runners who do this. What type of shoes would I wear? Any other advice you can give? Thanks in advance!

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  • aegisprncs
    aegisprncs Posts: 236 Member
    Just wear your normal running shoes and be advised that this is an awesome workout for your legs and bum. Its harder than it appears! Have a great run!
  • Cocochickdeleted
    Cocochickdeleted Posts: 342 Member
    Thank you! I know that just WALKING on the beach can be difficult, so I can imagine how tough running is. Still, I am really looking forward to getting a few miles under my belt. I appreciate your help!
  • quill16
    quill16 Posts: 373 Member
    Thought about trying this myself, but lost my nerve because I don't run in "public" only at my gym where ther is only a couple of regulars. I saw the new running shoes that have the individual toes in them. I was told they would be great for beach running. Anyone try them? I have flat feet and was concerned about foot support.
  • Dina275
    Dina275 Posts: 35 Member
    I do most of my running at the beach, I always try my best to go at low tide so that there is plenty of flat, firm sand to run on. Running in the soft sand is no fun, but a pretty great workout! And I just wear my normal running shoes.
  • Cocochickdeleted
    Cocochickdeleted Posts: 342 Member
    Thanks for the advice, everyone! I can't wait to try it. :-)
  • trophywife24
    trophywife24 Posts: 1,472 Member
    Yes, make sure you run down by the water in the packed sand if it's your first time running on the beach! Regular shoes are fine :)
  • CommandaPanda
    CommandaPanda Posts: 451 Member
    I only agree with everyone else because I hate the sand kicking up into my shoes. If it weren't for THAT, I would always advise picking the harder option!
  • sevsmom
    sevsmom Posts: 1,172 Member
    When I ran on the beach back in May for vaca. . .I really enjoyed it! I would suggested walking across the loose sand delicately and then do your running on the packed sand as the tide has receded. Also, I think it's best to go out early in the morning. I found it irritating trying to keep my kids out of other runner's way during the day. Plus, it may be fairly warm and it's pretty humid. A sunrise run on the beach. . .you won't forget it!!!
  • neverstray
    neverstray Posts: 3,845 Member
    I use my older running shoes so I don't wreck my newer ones with sand and water and stuff.

    I used to do it more than I do now. But, my knees are really hurting me right now, so I've been thinking of incorporating running on sand instead of running on concrete. I'd cut your running time about 75% from what you do now on pavement, unless you run hills or whatever. But, running on the sand, is HARD...at least for me. It's really difficult.
  • krue1971
    krue1971 Posts: 167 Member
    Definitely wear shoes because I rubbed two nickel sized blisters on my foot running on the beach at Destine.
  • going2befit4ever
    going2befit4ever Posts: 225 Member
    living across from the beach i love running bare foot at low tide reminds me of being a kid amazing connection to the world we live in makes me feel grounded
  • MustangSally74
    MustangSally74 Posts: 59 Member
    I wore regular running shoes and made sure I ran/jogged in the packed sand. I don't like running in front of alot of people so I would go early in the morning before many people were out. Not only was it peaceful but I got lost in my surroundings and I didn't even notice that I was exercising. Have fun!
  • nikinyx6
    nikinyx6 Posts: 772 Member
    Thought about trying this myself, but lost my nerve because I don't run in "public" only at my gym where ther is only a couple of regulars. I saw the new running shoes that have the individual toes in them. I was told they would be great for beach running. Anyone try them? I have flat feet and was concerned about foot support.

    Try 'em, I love them, even with my 'flat feet'

    Here is the article that made me try them

    www.fourhourworkweek.com/blog/2009/05/07/vibram-five-fingers-shoes/
  • rosseega
    rosseega Posts: 9
    Just got back from a week in Punta Cana and ran 5-10k on the beach 6 of the 7 days I was there bare foot. Not sure if bare foot is a good way to go for everyone as opposed to wearing shoes but I love the opportunity to run bare foot while at the beach and for me it feels great. Great workout especially for the calf muscles.
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