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Why do I need my phone in my hand?

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DC1995Graduate
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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?

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Ang33333Graduate

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!

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IannodaTruffeMentor

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.

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BecksC25K in reply to IannodaTruffe

I stick mine down my sports bra😂😂😂😂

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IannodaTruffeMentor in reply to BecksC25K

I have no idea whether the original poster wears one!

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DC1995Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe

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

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TheziggyGraduate

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

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