Week One of my simple 6-week program is over, in total this week I've run 12km which in my opinion isn't bad for someone starting out. These runs we broken down into interval sessions which gradually increased in duration and distance. 1min run x 1min jog repeated 10 times and 2min run x 4min jog repeated 5 times.
For my first week back to doing physical activity I think I did pretty well. The first two days were quite gruelling, I struggled to get my breathing under control and got stitches that were a constant discomfort. However once I got the breathing under control it started to become easier. A short sharp breathe in activating the diaphragm then a forceful breath out.
One thing I had not forgotten from the first time I started running after cycling is how weak my upper body was. Since running is a more dynamic motion to cycling I came to realise that my muscles particular in my back need to be improved. I found that I'm struggling to maintain form and often have the habit of hunching over. I make myself aware trying to keep a straight back, shoulders back and down and relaxed looking straight ahead as I run. Since I will start doing strengths exercises starting next week I'm confident as my conditioning increases it'll be easier to maintain my form longer during my runs.
It may be beneficial that you seek a good coach before you develop bad habits i.e. Posture and technique. It may detrimental to self diagnose
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment. Firstly I agree that seeking a good is recommended when starting a serious training program. However for the majority this is not seen a practical or feasible. As you've made a good point, I'll do a post on this topic this week since there's not enough room in the comment section.
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