Running

[JayR8460]

Hi, i run 2 miles a day 4 days a week and realize i dont sweat much even when wearing a sweat suit. Now, i realize that i jump rope for like about an hour. i usually put on a cd and skip right throught with like a break for a song. and i sweat ALOT more and feel as if i'm getting an all around better workout when jumping rope, and i do many variations when jumping rope i'm not monotnous. Now my question is which is being more beneficial to me? does that make any sense at all? i know i should do both but i rather do one if one is more beneficial. sorry for the newb question. any comments or suggestions?

[muaythaiguy15]

Technically both, both increase endurance, both burn calories. Rope skipping helps balance and footwork, however I wouldnt replace jogging/running with it. The motions in running help prepare your legs for being in the ring for long rounds. Also, personally I think jogging works my legs a lot better.

[Tom Yum]

Hi Jay,

Check out the thread titled running in the Fitness section. We've compiled some running routines, mostly from experience, what we've learned etc.

Hope you find it usefull.

[bodhisattva]

Originally Posted by JayR8460

Hi, i run 2 miles a day 4 days a week ...
any comments or suggestions?

I would highly suggest you use HIIT methods. (High Intensity Interval Training)

The days of "Rocky" have changed, with the Long, Slow, Distance running.. That is the old way.

It was found that this kind of running, however, had very little to do with fighting energy.

Fighting is typified by QUICK HARD BURSTS of effort... interspersed with LAYING BACK AND SLOWING DOWN.. for more QUICK HARD BURSTS OF EFFORT to follow..

Do a search on "HIIT" and "Interval running"

That is the best way. Bar none.

I would cease ALL long, slow, distance running. It isn't even healthy.

And the HIIT workouts are a lot more interesting.

[JayR8460]

thanks guys, imma check out that information

[white devil]

i disagree

[white devil]

Don't be so quick excluding the ''slow long jogs'' buddy..

Longer intervals involve more aerobic pathways, shorter intervals involve more anaerobic pathways.There is a difference between aerobic(long jobs) and anaerobic(high interval training)

Aerobic activity is defined as any type of exercise in which you are increasing your heartbeat to 65% of its maximum rate for an extended period of time, usually at least 20 minutes. Aerobic activity includes running or fast walking for an extended period of time, bike riding at a medium to fast pace for an extended period of time, swimming, roller blading, etc. Typically, in aerobic exercise, the body will begin by burning stored sugars (glycogens) and then will begin burning fat stores for energy.

Anaerobic activity is exercise that is done in quick, short bursts, such as sprinting, weight lifting, or calisthenics. In anaerobic exercise, the body is using stored sugars, called glycogens, to fuel the fast-paced activity for as long as it can.

There are benefits to both aerobic and anaerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise, such as running or biking, improves cardiovascular strength and endurance. Anaerobic exercise improves muscle and joint strength, agility, and muscle tone. Generally, if you are not a professional athlete, trainers usually suggest that you emphasize aerobic activity over anaerobic activities in order to promote long-term heart health and overall fitness. However, anaerobic activity is recommended as a way to hone your aerobic skills. For example, if you are a runner, and you run 5-6 miles a day, at the same pace, every day, you may have above average endurance and probably you are in very good or excellent cardiovascular condition. However, in order to improve your running and take your workouts up a level, you will want to "shock" your muscles with sprint workouts or strength training in order to complement your cardiovascular goals.

So technically you'd want to improve both as a boxer no?Aerobic and anaerobic that is.The only thing that would depend on your choice would be the number of rounds your next fight counts and train accordingly.

Both high intensity interval training(anaerobic) and aerobic (long jogs) should be trained in order to make you a complete fighter.

information: http://www.ussoccerplayers.com/resou...lk/435612.html as well as http://www.rossboxing.com/thegym/thegym21.htm

[GQchris]

I read somewhere that if you did a long run, and then at the end, did a workout of intense sprints, the effect on your body will be like you trained aerobically and anaerobically on separate days; I believe I read this in an article by Erick Paulson in Tapout magazine.