Why do I need my phone in my hand?

[DC1995]

I’ve just completed week 4 (woohoo) but I’ve noticed I can’t run without my phone in my hand. I can put it in my pocket and start jogging for 30seconds and then I find myself getting really panicky as if I can’t do it. I then pick my phone up,look at the countdown and my breathing returns to normal and I’m able to run (relatively) comfortably.

Is this something other people have experienced?

[Ang33333 Graduate]

Ha Ha! I run with my sister and although the app is on my phone she is the one who has to hold it!! She needs to see the countdown too! I just run when she starts running!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Holding something in your hand while running is not ideal, as your hands should be loose, not clenched and you should be aiming at symmetry.

A belt or other phone holder is preferable and constantly watching the time is a bad habit.

[BecksC25K in reply to IannodaTruffe]

I stick mine down my sports bra😂😂😂😂

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to BecksC25K]

I have no idea whether the original poster wears one!

[DC1995 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Haha I can confirm I do not wear a sports bra 😂 suppose practice will break this bad habit though

[Theziggy Graduate]

I never bring a phone, just a wee mp3 player which goes in my pocket +car keys and tissues