I've made a discovery over the last month or so, running on dodgy uneven ground, slippy and lose stuff, has meant that I'm not getting the tendonitis swelling after my runs. Maybe by doing this I'm strengthening my ankles and calfs?
I really miss the dynamic movement i get from playing a team sport. All the bumps, direction changes, sprints and odd balances that you need.
Also that you are varying the part of muscle/tendon being used, rather than the same part every time. Similarly I find running varying inclines (hills) better for not getting sore, though not good for my average pace.
I've made a discovery over the last month or so, running on dodgy uneven ground, slippy and lose stuff, has meant that I'm not getting the tendonitis swelling after my runs. Maybe by doing this I'm strengthening my ankles and calfs?
I really miss the dynamic movement i get from playing a team sport. All the bumps, direction changes, sprints and odd balances that you need.