Running For Cyclists: How To Get Started And Enjoy Running

Running can be a dirty word to cyclists, but it doesn't have to be. Going for a run can often be the best way to exercise when you're short of time or travelling without a bike. In this video Maia and Heather show you how to start running, and share some useful tips to make sure you enjoy it and stay injury free.

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[gcn]

Do you run around your cycling? Would you consider swapping your bike for a pair of running shoes when you're short on time or travelling without a bike?

[yahyabaali]

I can’t wait for the next part of this video. Swimming for cyclist

[kumite]

Please please please do a 5k time trial run for all GCN staff.
Just please.

[josephlaviolette]

Good timing on this video. I started running to keep me fit when the weather isn't right for cycling. And my expectations were WAY off. 5 hours on the bike is no big deal, but 30 minutes of running is about all I can take. Good to know slow and light is to be expected at first.

[lwittrock]

I wish back in the 80's when I was competing as a roadie, that we had running included in our training. As a triathlete today, I can say that running has improved my cycling.

[joeyc]

Extra plus for running, going with friends and being able to talk easier, less wind noise. Very sociable. Warmer feet too in winter!

[helenhsiu]

I find running up steep hills similar to, and great training for, riding out of the saddle. Probably why Emma does so well at riding uphill.

[spaizemunkie]

I'm an avid cyclist and I started running 11 months ago. I just love it! Especially during bleak and cold days. Oh, and I love running in the rain! Running in the rain beats cycling in the rain. Thanks for the info 😀😀😀

[agustins]

Dan and Si looks way hotter in this vid

[axuh]

I love that park in Girona. Great place for siesta after hard morning of training.

[sinan]

Maia is such a warm woman. Makes the watching a relaxing activity. Big kudos!

[chrisko]

Velominati Rule #42: [...] Also keep in mind that one should only swim in order to prevent drowning, and should only run if being chased. And even then, one should only run fast enough to prevent capture.

[benwoodhouse]

Cycling has helped my running to new PR's whilst running a lot less than when I just ran 👍

[jimmason]

I'm a former competitive runner who has turned to cycling because, well, I was getting injured a lot running and cycling is way cooler than running :)
My advice to cyclists getting into running: 1) when you're used to zipping around town and on the roads at speeds of 16km/hr to 70km/hr, running is gonna seem a drag at 8-13km/hr, so be patient. 2) find some places to run that are interesting, like bike paths (just kidding) or parks or trails where you won't mind the slow speeds you're moving at; 3) stretch after every run, especially those quads, hips and calves; 4) start with a couple shorter runs per week (20-30min) and build sloooowwly to five or six days and then start increasing the time on your feet per run. Seriously, you body will tell you early on that it's "ok, hammer it buddy, ". But by week three you'll start to feel some tightness in calves, or hips, or your IT band, guaranteed. Then you're shagged. Remember, your cardiovascular system is super fit from the bike but your running muscles are like, nonexistent. You'll feel great early on but do NOT listen to your body, build up gradually.5) There is NO sock game in running...in fact, socks are for chumps. If you must wear socks, go for below the ankle not 12cm cycling socks. 6) once you get running body (muscles) adapted to life bearing weight, you can get very fit with MaxVO2 running workouts, lactate threshold running workouts, hill repeats..don't just run a load of easy miles, you do enough of that on the bike. make the runs higher quality.7) remember #4 and don't get injured.

[gemuerr]

I alwasy was on the fence about this. I never liked running when i was twenty-something. Or at least I told myself. By accident I got some Nike Vomero for really cheap and just tried a little run and of course, im convinced :D Its so easy to just get out real quick after or before work and go on a quick loop around my local park. Everybody should at least give it a shot.

[tanisleach]

Now a cycling for runners is all that is needed.

And thanks for making me feel worse about my running injury.

[petercallaghan]

Just started C25K (Couch To 5Km) the app is great. You get told when to run and walk. Only 3 runs/walks in but enjoying it. And I hate running!!

[Velobetty]

Cross Country running at school really put me off running and it was exactly as you mentioned; a long run in an afternoon after we'd just had lunch! Of course we all felt awful but had to run anyway. It took me a long time, and a serious injury, to consider running and coming from the bike I took it easy but found it so much nicer than I'd anticipated. I also find it helps relax my entire body and the odd run, yoga session, and strength training has been really great for my cycling! Great video, thanks ladies!

[oldtwinsna]

Running is the best when you don't have much time to spare day in day out. Much more of an effective workout. But it does take a toll on your body over time.

[jasonmcgrody]

Running is certainly cheaper than cycling is! I'd certainly run to keep cardiovascular fitness up and to work all the things cycling doesn't work - as mentioned in the video.