With the term alternative or "cross training" runners, we refer to training methods different from running which, however, maintain or improve our physical condition, while relieving us psychologically and giving us new stimuli. One of them is water running, which, among others, shows another great advantage: It precisely imitates road traffic in an environment, however, without vibrations and tensions.
What does this mean; It is an ideal choice for increasing the volume of training without, however, observing further strain on the musculoskeletal system, and also for a period of recovery from an injury. So, what better than to train in the water, to protect your body but also to boost your stamina!
In the Runner's Special that follows, gymnast and endurance road coach Elena Tiktampanidis presents all the data on the properties of water and how our body and organism reacts to it during exercise, as well as appropriate running techniques and training units and how to use them run!
Running in the water
For several years, the use of water exercise has been widespread, mainly as a means of rehabilitation for athletes, and especially runners. Overuse syndromes such as stress fractures benefit significantly from the lack of loading during deep water exercise. Many coaches, in collaboration with physical therapists, apply strengthening exercises in the water as well as exercises to maintain cardiorespiratory function. Research has shown that during recovery periods, deep water exercise can maintain cardiorespiratory adaptations for up to 4 to 6 weeks.
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