i run 6 kilometres 3 times a weak but not on the same day as i do weights, i want to build muscle and get fit, but will tihis running i do wear away my muscle?
2007-02-12 03:45:50 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
No, not @ all. We are meant to use our bodies. It's good your alternating running with weight training. You are certainly on your way to building a strong body. :)
Remember to eat healthy nutritious foods (organic when you can).
Eat your protein, carbs. & veggies, avoid anything white (sugar, flour, rice, & fast foods) & stay hydrated.
2007-02-12 04:00:19 · answer #1 · answered by Fraulein 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience it has not. I do not do more than 20 miles worth of running in a week (or equivalent on cardio machines (i.e. 4miles on bike is my equivalent to 1 mile running) ). In 4 months, I went from 240 to 195 just running and doing pushups. In the subsequent 5 months, I started an organized lifting regimen (4 day split). I stick to core exercises: deadlifts, squats, bench, pullups, dips, rows. No other exercises since I know doing more will lead to overtraining. I run or do cardio after all my workouts. I am now 210 and have a lower bodyfat % than when I was 195. Remarkably I run even faster now. I was running 6:12 average mile repeats when I was 195lbs and now I am doing 5:55 average repeats at 210lbs. My goal is to get back into pre-grad school shape: 18 minute 5k, 530lbs deadlift, 455lbs squat...
If you wanna know more details like about what I eat or whatever else, feel free to email me.
2007-02-12 12:30:33 · answer #2 · answered by sirtitan45 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not at all, but if your looking to build some extra muscle i would consider looking into 100% Whey Protein Shakes. Muscle needs protein to grow, and our bodies really do not store protein, so our muscles take proteins from our other muscles. Its a constant rebuilding process. So drinking some whey protein right after a workout would be good. Its not super tasty, but i mix mine with OJ (vanilla flavor) and it taste great vs. just water.
Either way, a few miles a few times a week and hittin the weights moderately won't cause any damage to worry about.
2007-02-12 11:58:16 · answer #3 · answered by Gyasi M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it really depends on "your" resting levels of serum cortisol and free testosterone (unbound). distance running while it may be healthy for the cardiovascular system does not increase anabolism in the muscle cell.
continue to run and if you see a lack of gains even with an increased caloric intake then cut back on the distance traveled during your runs.
increasing muscle mass is all about manipulating the endocrine system through diet and exercise.
2007-02-13 21:45:10 · answer #4 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't eat enough, your body will break down muscle tissue for energy. Since you run so much, make sure you are eating enough and getting enough protein and carbs. Generally, 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight and 1-1/2 grams of carbs per pound of body weight.
2007-02-12 11:59:37 · answer #5 · answered by Lotus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no if you like overwork yourself then yes. its like running for 10hours stright without a break. it takes a longtime tho
2007-02-12 11:49:02 · answer #6 · answered by andy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You also do not need shakes. Meat or eggs work just as well.
2007-02-12 12:00:22 · answer #7 · answered by Laura H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it strenghten them.
2007-02-12 11:49:21 · answer #8 · answered by Sugar 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋