W2R1. Wondering if it is ok to keep doing other sports between runs or it won’t allow the legs to rest.

[I_can]

I just started the program and I am in week 2 run 1. I used to go to the gym to do classes like body combat or other cardio classes and/or playing tennis once a week. Now while doing this running program , I am not sure if keep going to those other activities in the ‘resting days’ is good or It should not allow me to recover properly ...

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Running is high impact and actually damages muscle fibres, which repair and strengthen on your rest days. Gentle non impact exercise will be beneficial as it will increase blood flow and repair without adding to the damage.

Only you can decide whether your exercise is high impact.........you may charge around the tennis court like Andy Murray, or it may be a more sedate affair.

Take care, listen to your body and perhaps err on the side of caution.

[I_can in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Great thanks for the advice!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

You have your answer Non impact is fine.. cycle, walk, climb..yoga, swim or Pilates.. Garden or housework? All improving stamina and strength, and letting those legs rest

[I_can in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks! I would try some classes at the gym like Pilates