{"id":8937,"date":"2009-06-09T01:00:29","date_gmt":"2009-06-09T06:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=8937"},"modified":"2009-08-17T14:54:17","modified_gmt":"2009-08-17T19:54:17","slug":"tips-for-beach-bound-runners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/06\/tips-for-beach-bound-runners\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Beach Bound Runners"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"woman<\/a>Is running on the beach actually beneficial? Running<\/a> on the beach has its pros and its cons. Let’s start with the negative first and then move to the positives. The majority of the beaches have a natural slope, thus making it dangerous for the ankles and knees. Sand, although softer than pavement, can cause\u00a0strains, sprains, or even tendinitis from the inconsistent surfaces and varying pressures, or\u00a0“give,” from each step.\u00a0I recommend stretching<\/a> before and finding a flat surface to run. This will help eliminate most the common injuries\u00a0stated above.<\/p>\n

Let’s now move on to the positive aspect of beach running. What could\u00a0honestly be better than running next to the ocean\u00a0or lake?\u00a0The beautiful scenery and the sounds of waves crashing the beach, who needs music?\u00a0Although the sand may increase\u00a0the risk of fitness injuries<\/a> like sprains or strains, it also helps to strengthen your ankles, arches, and other muscles.\u00a0During every step, the sand gives, which makes the body work harder to progress through the movements. Research also shows that beach running requires more energy, thus increasing the heart rate,\u00a0burning more calories, and developing more power in your legs.<\/p>\n

Please take note that beach running is an\u00a0advanced form of running\u00a0and you should only try it if your body can handle it. I recommend using the beach as a modification tool. For example, I would switch the style of running each day to help increase your fitness level and keep your body from adapting to a specific style of running.<\/p>\n

Day 1: Treadmill<\/p>\n

Day 2: Track<\/p>\n

Day 3: Street\/Sidewalk<\/p>\n

Day 4: Grass<\/p>\n

Day 5: Hills<\/p>\n

Day 6: Beach\/Sand<\/p>\n

Day 7: Stairs<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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