Regular cyclist (a little under 6000km last year) but haven’t done a run in two years and that was a painful one off: hadn’t run in months and because my fitness was ok due to the cycling I went for a gentle 5k (just about sub 30min I think). Result: pain for a good couple of days.
Having stomped at speed on a tarmac downhill might partly explain (not being used to the impact etc), but since I’d like to try running again I’m wondering, is 5k potentially not the best first run in 2+ years even for someone fairly fit? should I aim lower and go from there? 🤔
Sounds like you have the CV fitness but not the right muscles yet.
Gradually increase the runs.really gradually. Once a week for a month, then twice etc .Most novice runners are moderated by their lack of cardio fitness before they can properly batter their legs. You don’t have that natural brake.
Hope not to be hijacking the thread here!
Regular cyclist (a little under 6000km last year) but haven’t done a run in two years and that was a painful one off: hadn’t run in months and because my fitness was ok due to the cycling I went for a gentle 5k (just about sub 30min I think). Result: pain for a good couple of days.
Having stomped at speed on a tarmac downhill might partly explain (not being used to the impact etc), but since I’d like to try running again I’m wondering, is 5k potentially not the best first run in 2+ years even for someone fairly fit? should I aim lower and go from there? 🤔