Hello everyone! I’m on hols and have been doing quite a bit of fairly hilly cycling on non run days. I was tired after last run so gave myself 2 rest from running days, but still did the cycling. Today was OK but I was glad when I got to the end. The bike rides have been about 20 miles as I’m actually quite a regular cyclist anyway. Should I give myself some REST from all exercise for a couple of days? Any advice please from you seasoned runners please. BTW...I am running super slowly now as I find it so much more fun!
W7R2 tiring should I rest more on non run days? - Couch to 5K
W7R2 tiring should I rest more on non run days?
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While low impact, cycling still uses the leg muscles much the same as running, it may be wise to give yourself a total rest for a day or two and see how it goes.
You may be a regular cyclist but adding running in will place more requirement in on your muscles, causing more micro tears that need time to heal.
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