Racewalking an option

[Duddles]

For those who fancy a change from the rigours of running, I would recommend Racewalking. Usually a very friendly and welcoming bunch who welcome all abilities. I did my first race of the season today, a One Hour Challenge - see how far you can walk in just one hour. I managed a fraction under five and a half miles, and had the consolation that there was actually someone older than me walking. (Over 80 years of age) It's great fun, just as hard as running, but less damage to joints. Easily mixed in with continuing with Couch5k, and a fresh set of muscles get honed......(Good for the bum)

[Realfoodieclub Graduate]

I’m a big fan and tend to do both. They use very different muscles. As soon as my new orthotics have bedded in I will be picking it up again. Well done on your time trial.

[Duddles Graduate in reply to Realfoodieclub]

Thanks - I thought those days were over, but I am now encouraged to get back into it again. How did your lessons go?

[Realfoodieclub Graduate in reply to Duddles]

Race walking really does compliment running.

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[Irish-John Graduate]

Wow! You walk faster than I run! ☺

[Duddles Graduate in reply to Irish-John]

That's the reason I get relatively good times with Couch to 5k. Years of long legged pounding along with a farmers lope. Used to be faster in my sixties, but lost a slight edge recently. I forgot to stop the Garmin after the hour so it has recorded three minutes standing round afterwards. Annoying. Those whose lives are dominated by their Garmin will understand.....

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

I love a good brisk walk... speed maybe not so much 😂 but I do try.

I was surprised recently to learn that the record for walking a marathon is under 3 hours!

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate]

Might throw a bit of this in with my running!! Anything that’s good for the bum is good for me! Lol 😂