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Originally Posted by dalante  Here is what I did:
Day 1: Indoor- 30 minutes on cross trainer at the gym + 5 minute rowing - I really hate rowing 
Day 2: Indoor- 5 minute rowing (didn't like it more) and 5K run on the treadmill
Day 3: Outdoor- 30 minute run |
Dalante, I fully support your change and wish you the best. However, I am concerned about rapid exercise changes and your body's unavoidable natural response to it. If you weren't a runner before starting this program and all of a sudden you're diving in head-first into 30 mins of running a day, I can promise one of two things: 1) you'll rapidly develop an overuse injury or 2) you'll burn out your CNS (central nervous system) very quickly and your motivation will be shot. Personally, I've been there/done that on both counts, and didn't figure out why until I researched the physiology behind it.
My recommendation is to alternate weight-lifting and running days, as well as integrate a third type of light-duty activity once a week: either do nothing, get out and take a walk, just a stretch, or something equivalent in order to allow your body to recover and renew your commitment. No matter how dedicated you are to your plan right now, it is critically important to develop a sustainable plan for maintaining your fitness levels throughout your entire life -- not just over the next 30 days.
Food for thought -- best wishes!
Tom