What other sports do you include in your marathon training? Is there anything you think we absolutely must try? Let us know in the comments below!
@ScarletRain818
3 жыл бұрын
@The Running Channel I have a question! What do you think about using ankle weights during running? Would you recommend it?
@DavidSmith-fs5qj
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScarletRain818 Absolutely not. When running, with each step an enormous amount of pressure is placed on our ankles, which is transmitted throughout the body especially when running on hard surfaces. To compound this by adding ankle weights, is asking for trouble. The bottom line, when i see elite athletes training with ankle weights, i will start doing it.
@ScarletRain818
3 жыл бұрын
@@DavidSmith-fs5qj thanks for the reply and explanation!
@davesharratt917
3 жыл бұрын
Badminton (fun, social, non contact, a little bit plyometric, sideways movements, a bit of zone 1-2)
@hannahcollardgray4448
Жыл бұрын
I love to horse ride as a form of cross training.
@jassaljs
3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see Rick back in action and the ever smiling Anna! Simple and easy suggestions, always overlooked by the community 🤔
@sherreeworrell5069
3 жыл бұрын
Loved these suggestions. I do yoga daily - sometimes it’s a harder power whole body session, sometimes more focused on hips, legs, and glutes. It’s made a huge difference in my flexibility and mobility which has really helped my running. My coach was very pleased that I do this (I’m training for my first 50k). I also like to hike on active recovery days - I live in an area that’s just about all hills - great endurance and cardio work!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Sherree!
@lergray
3 жыл бұрын
I do the eliptical for about an hour after my strength gym sessions. Great way to keep my HR in zone 2 for a long time without any impact
@lisensundqvist5306
3 жыл бұрын
The go-to off season sport for a lot of runners in Finland (where I live), Sweden and Norway would traditionally be xc skiing. Your cardiovascular system gets to work hard and it’s low impact. I did a lot when I was younger, a long time before I started running, but I just grew to hate it 🤣🤣🤣 So strength training at the gym it is.
@TheDarlingninja
3 жыл бұрын
Ballet and rowing are my go-to cross training activities. I feel they round out and balance my running.
@reieli87
3 жыл бұрын
7:17 Let's GO Rick 💪 keep up the training and grow stronger, you'll be back running soon🤙
@gestaltgal
3 жыл бұрын
I'm swimming, cycling, and weight training to recover from foot injury. I'm going absolutely mad without running! But I'm determined to keep up my cardio to get back into the swing of things as soon as I'm cleared by the physical therapist.
@lilkasparov
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your interesting video 👍, for me, when training for a marathon, the most interesting cross training are: 1- indoor cycling ( not outdoor, call me coward 😊, but I'm afraid of falling down and get injured at my age) 2 - weight lifting (not more than 12 kg) 3 - stretching 4 - speed Walking. Good luck 👍 💓
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 😊
@geofftoscano6804
3 жыл бұрын
A sport I took up again recently was fencing. It was something I was into seriously when I was at school, but I dropped it shortly after I left (50 years ago!). What a shock to the system. It’s a sport that requires phenomenal speed, coordination, balance, agility and strength (I’m not very good at it 😂) and the day after my first session I thought I’d been hit by a steam train! Every muscle in my body rebelled, and I couldn’t run for a week. Slowly, as my body has adapted, I find it’s really helping my running, especially replacing a lot of the stretching and weight training I do.
@janicegagnon2294
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips, I found as I am getting older strength training and stretching is a must. I like to also include walking and some hiking to my weeks for a change of pace.
@eaglesbasketball5231
3 жыл бұрын
I agree. Since I hit the 50 mark stretching has become so important.
@josiegjackson
3 жыл бұрын
I started rowing on September 2020, it was a great company to running! Any many rowing clubs do learn to row for novice like me then to beginner (me now!). Its very different on water to the machine! A lifesaver when I WAS injured!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
That's great to hear Josie!
@DavidWilliams-sd7yw
3 жыл бұрын
Well after watching the Kipchoge documentary on sky the other evening I was delighted to see Anna popping up on the treadmill so if anyone knows how to run a faster marathon it should be her 🏃♀️🏃🏃♀️🏃🤣🤣
@NineLivess762
3 жыл бұрын
What is the documentary called? I want to see it 😄
@DavidWilliams-sd7yw
3 жыл бұрын
@@NineLivess762 Kipchoge : the last milestone. Goes into the team and all the planning and part of the science of the run. If anyone wants to get a marathon pb then just get together a group of elite runners and copy their formation 🤣. If only it was that simple. Hope you enjoy it 👍🏻
@keyowilson5695
3 жыл бұрын
You guys seem to be putting out videos at the right time in my marathon training. So I found that the elliptical machine has been the best cross training for me because I can work both upper and lower body at the same time. Now since it's been a while for me, this video reminded me to incorporate it into my training.
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Keyo! Thanks for watching 😊
@mattoniy2840
3 жыл бұрын
Good luck mate
@tnan123
3 жыл бұрын
The variety definitely helps me! Plus I enjoy running that much more when I get back to it.
@lizzetmatthews2715
3 жыл бұрын
I really really appreciate you guys on the running channel. It’s like you knew how beat up I feel after my run today and knew I needed your content!!!!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
So glad we could give you a much needed boost Lizzet! 😊
@emmag00
3 жыл бұрын
I'm a big fan of F45. I found it not only helped to improve my speed but has also meant I've been injury-free for the longest time ever! It's also nice psychologically to have workouts that aren't based on time/distance/pace.
@ragnartheshiz3153
3 жыл бұрын
I have had hip problems since I was 18 years old. It continued until I was 32. I thought my active days were over. But then I learned how to work out with elastic bands, to help strengthen those hips and hip flexors. Lots of leg lefts, lots of clam shells. I’ve noticed that when I do a 20 minute workout just before running, I actually perform faster by a whole 30 sec pace. It’s that much of a difference for me.
@kevinslattery7647
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video and great to see Rick back, just like the old days. Thank you for this and all your videos, especially over lockdown. I'm trying to to get back to running and this all helps!
@loviseok4011
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I am looking for advice on how to tackle a "runcation" e.g running the cotswold way.. How should you plan the days (divide into several runs during the day or one long slow run) , how long should one run each day (compared to normal hiking lengths or compared to personal weekly volume), how to keep legs fresh after several days of running, what to pack +++. It is soo hard to find any good advice on this. Maybe you guys would like to make a video about it soon 🙏? Would be very helpful😊.
@maranr
3 жыл бұрын
I've been doing the 7-minute workout between runs and it really helps. Not that I am even close to running a Marathon mind you.
@felipe7124
3 жыл бұрын
Way to go guys!! Watching you from Chicago, love the content, always learning from you!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Happy running 😊
@eaglesbasketball5231
3 жыл бұрын
I swim and bike and it makes for a fun week. In terms of best bang for you buck I have found swim for core strength and mountain biking for aerobic fitness. I used to do road cycling but my son dragged me up the hills on the MTB a year ago and the difference was amazing.
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips, thanks Richard!
@Leeroy49
3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you both so happy. Keep going Rick&Anna :)
@deanpower3079
3 жыл бұрын
I like a good hiit session before a recovery run or yoga and core work on non run days, as well as indoor biking when I can't get out
@wiggan54
3 жыл бұрын
I guess it's not as big in UK, but in Sweden we play a lot of floorball just for fun. But of course you need 6-7 mates and an a place to play, and if you're not in the best shape knees and tendons might take a beating. But it is great cardio because you will run more than you would have just jogging. You can also do a lot of strenght training without weights. Only your imagination is the limit with things to do with bodyweight exercises.
@kristinthemom
Жыл бұрын
I wanted to know, what heart rate zone should I aim to have while cycling If I'm looking to build my endurance while running? My hold up running is my heart rate will soar up to 200 😩 my body wants to go but my heart rate just takes off and I know I need to find ways to train to slow that down and work up my endurance. I've watched some of the other videos but haven't found it really answered that question. Like should I aim to stay in hr zone 2 cycling if I want to see that improvement cross over into running? Thank you!! I love the content y'all put out. Watching while cycling right now, training for my first half-marathon 🙈
@adamhenley8295
Жыл бұрын
I’ve started the other way - I started couch 2 5k having swam 6 days a week for 18 months As a result I found the programme fairly easy to complete despite my weight
@kevinporter7752
3 жыл бұрын
Ecstatic dance...stretches muscles, includes breathwork and cardio.
@Kelly_Ben
3 жыл бұрын
I love yoga and hiking. I can't afford the time or money any more, but I used to LOVE going to a HIIT gym similar to crossfit. I cut my running to 3 days a week, and hit the gym 3 days a week, and cut a minute a mile off my time! Unfortunately I just don't push myself as hard without my gym family.
@karinasaavedra6711
3 жыл бұрын
Muay thai, hiking, biking and weight training 💙
@JAlanne
Жыл бұрын
I love climbing i do it twice a week at least. It's amazingly fun
@alicebelcher6266
3 жыл бұрын
Loved this video! I've been really enjoying playing tennis over the summer but I've actually been worried that it might interfere with my marathon training by loading my joints more when I should be recovering... do you think it's still beneficial?
@Lisamiles1989
3 жыл бұрын
My cross training is gymnastics! And cycling, mobility, strength and HIIT workouts. My exercise is mostly for fitness and fun and running is a part of that and not my sole focus.
@sarahwalker5478
3 жыл бұрын
Oh another person for gymnastics! I do gymnastics as well, but wasn't sure if that's the Cross training they had in mind. I run, do body weight/ strength sessions, and do gymnastics. I feel like it has totally improved my running, and my strength is getting to be awesome. I freaking love gymnastics😍
@Lisamiles1989
3 жыл бұрын
@@sarahwalker5478 Haha, I'm sure it wan't the cross training they thought of! I love it and it's fun and great for overall strength, fitness, power and mental wellbeing. I'm sad we are in lockdown in Australia so just doing zoom handstand/ strength/ mobility classes currently + whatever I can do at home :) Not quite the same but developing good base!
@Barashiki
3 жыл бұрын
Jump Rope is the THING to cross with running IMO
@Burps___
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t like that Strava gives less priority to sports other than run, bike, swim. These other activities not only don’t appear on my front page weekly totals, I can’t see them on yearly totals and hard to isolate their metrics in review. Almost all runners walk for various reasons at times, but Strava treats walkers like the bum at work that looks down because he owes you money 💵 lol. Many of my friends label walks as “runs”, thus keeping the mileage, but now throwing off their cumulative run average metrics (eg pace, HR). 😩 Ugh!
@ThatRunningGuy
3 жыл бұрын
I’m watching this…I better get cross training…49 days till London!!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Best of luck for London!
@ThatRunningGuy
3 жыл бұрын
@@runningchannel thanks👍
@beccilewis1491
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome - in training mode for October virtual London marathon… good ideas
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Becci! Best of luck for London - do let us know how it goes 😊
@DavidMellorCitSci
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@MrTigerlilly68
3 жыл бұрын
I tried to add swim and cycling to my running and found myself a triathlete... 😁 🌞
@purple_nhaze
3 жыл бұрын
thank you for your video, I really enjoy my bike session sometime during the week. But I would like to know how much cycling should I do to replace a training instead of running. Is there a metric ? Like if I must do a 40 min low pace for my run, can I do a 80 min of Bike instead ? It's hard to know how much workout is needed to compensate using another sport.
@jens1924
3 жыл бұрын
I had to take up cycling this summer. Haven't been able to run for couple of months since I apparently have piriformis or something similar. Even walking makes my leg numb and starts a cramp in my glute muscles.
@KS-zj2rq
3 жыл бұрын
what about skipping/jump rope is this considered high impact? otherwise for me its rowing machine, cycling to get marathon ready
@GrooveyBobby
3 жыл бұрын
I enjoy doing strength however sometimes I will go for a jog and every 1km or so do a set of push-ups,squats,lunges or skip….it’s all great cross training 🧡💛
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip, that's a good idea 😊
@254marathon
3 жыл бұрын
The most useful cross training is riding my ElliptiGo , i have a long stride which is almost running on air. It is like a crosstrainer in the gym but this rides outside on wheels
@janetwaring5853
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for these great ideas! Please could I ask you a marathon related question - with my first marathon coming up in 4 weeks, I am getting worried about hitting the wall! When does this happen in a marathon run and how can it be avoided? All handy hints gratefully received! Thank you!! 🙏 ☺️
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Janet! Thanks for watching and how exciting you've got your first marathon coming up! So, one of the ways you can help avoid the wall is to have a race-pace plan and stick to it. All too often we get enthusiastic when the gun goes off and we get carried away with everyone else who is running way too fast. Run your own race. Regardless of the pace going on around you, people passing you, etc. Stick to the pace you've planned and this will definitely help! Also, make sure you've got a tried and tested fuelling strategy. Plan when you'll take your gels (if you're taking gels) and remember to make sure you take them before you need them. Hope this helps and all the best for race day 😊
@janetwaring5853
3 жыл бұрын
@@runningchannel thank you!! Much appreciated advice! 😊
@GTE_Channel
Жыл бұрын
@@janetwaring5853 did you manage to avoid the wall?
@michaelmulligan0
Жыл бұрын
Is an elliptical training a good substitute for running when you can’t (eg weather, looking after kids at home, etc)?
@ameliaandrade1508
2 жыл бұрын
What running shoes can you recommend for plantars facitis?
@edkim98
3 жыл бұрын
Run bike swim? I do TRIATHLON!! And golf, to walk up hill. 😎
@fridapaul1432
3 жыл бұрын
Would you suggest an absolute rest day with no activity at all during marathon training? Or is it ok to have low impact active recovery rest days? I’m having a hard time taking a rest day with zero activity. I get anxious about not moving my body at all for a whole day. Help please!!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Frida! Don't panic, you're doing the right thing! Keeping your body moving with gentle activity on rest days is completely fine and can actually aid your recovery 😊
@inezdevos3962
3 жыл бұрын
Try to avoid adding high impact sports. Me: Played football 3 times a week during marathon training. But I have to say that I was really woried everytime I was out on the field that there was going to happen something but I just love footbal and running
@minabakolouka4841
3 жыл бұрын
Ι do the elliptical for 2 to 2.30 hpurs maybe more times per week than running. I run 24 to 26 kmeach time
@Kar41run
3 жыл бұрын
I’m training for my first marathon and cross train on my concept 2 rower or concert 2 bike erg, both improve my fitness .
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
👏 Best of luck for your marathon! When/where is it?
@Kar41run
3 жыл бұрын
@@runningchannel virtual London 😃
@terencelim1327
3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Does climbing or running up the stairs build endurance too?
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Terence!
@betchieharrison5526
5 ай бұрын
Nice ❤❤❤
@kunalpopat3576
3 жыл бұрын
Does punch bag aid strength and recovery?
@runningmarit5927
3 жыл бұрын
If only you had published this a couple of months ago, I would probably not be injured now 😅
@steve7882
3 жыл бұрын
A common factor I have noted in top runners is ensuring they eat chocolate as part of their training routine, so something we should all include as part of our cross training if we want to improve
@Kelly_Ben
3 жыл бұрын
I don't care if you're a doctor or not, that's advice I'll happily take! 😉
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Ooooh, really? 🍫
@jamesgodwin6484
3 жыл бұрын
Hows Rick doing btw? *edit i ask this as we find out a bit hah, good to hear/see your on the mend!
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks James! He's getting there slowly but surely 😊. Hopefully he'll be back running soon!
@justinebassetta
3 жыл бұрын
Is crossfit an option?
@runningchannel
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Yes, definitely 😊
@cerianthus
3 жыл бұрын
Does rugby practice count as cross training?
@cerianthus
3 жыл бұрын
Posted this before watching the entire video :-)
@rambhagatswami3149
3 жыл бұрын
👍👍🏅🏅
@Stunl3y
3 жыл бұрын
Is Cross Training The Secret To A Faster Marathon? ...... sorry but no , certainly great to mix in with training once or twice a week but the danger is becoming reliant on it and neglecting millage
@truth-Hurts375
3 жыл бұрын
This is bs !! There is nothing for running like running.
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