Hopefully, I'll be able to lift my arms when I wake up tomorrow morning. That's right, it was back to the gym for the first real workout since becoming a dad (Dec. 2007). Ironically, I am not the heaviest I've ever been, though. But pretty darn close.
Fresh off of my return from the collegiate summit (where I actually didn't eat too badly), I started my morning with a trip to the gym and hit the elliptical. While I'd prefer to be on the treadmill, I decided to go with the elliptical because of the pain I get after running. I'd much prefer to run (as in my experience, it burns much more calories per minute than the elliptical), but it kills my shins. Am I running wrong? Nancy, Judy, you're both runners. Why do my shins and the bottoms of my feet hurt so much after running? Is it because there's sooo much weight crashing down on them with each step that I take? Please help, b/c I hate the elliptcal.
After 20 minutes of cardio, it was back to the free weights. Don't forget to do some weight training because it tones you, as well as burns cals and fat, and it builds muscle and makes your body more efficient.
The best part about today's workout? The Saints/Texans re-play was on...so I got to watch it b/c I missed it Saturday night while in Atlanta.
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That is great Jeff! Weight training is a big part of getting in shape. As for your running issues, first of all make sure that you have the right kind of shoes. Go to a running store where they will fit you correctly. It makes a huge difference! I am looking in my Runner's World right now and it says for shin splints you need to make sure that your shoes are not worn, don't overtrain (doesn't sound like that's it yet :-0 ) and to avoid relapses stretching and strengthening exercises. As for your foot pain, again could be shoes but need some flexibility and strength exercises for your feet. Check out runnersworld.com and there are exercises there that can help. The elliptical (even though boring) might be a good place to start when trying to get those beginning lbs off and then work up to running/walking. Good luck!
Pain can be from many factors and conditioning, gait, shoes and road surface have their influences on causing pain when you are running. Start slow, follow a plan that isn't going to push your structure to fast too soon and definitely have the right equipment - foot wear that will support your body. It may take a few different brands to figure it out - but it is worth being fitted at a knowledgeable running store if you have issues early. Just take your time and "small" bites to be successful in the beginning.
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