This question always comes to mind whenever I see people jogging along sidewalks, and wonder. Sidewalks are generally concrete or cement or something, which is definitely harder than dirt, so…

  • LemmyKnowsBest@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Yep. Best you can do is run as far down the beach as you want with your right leg low and your left leg high, then turn around and run back so your left leg will be low and your right leg will be high. That evens it out.

    Running in the sand isn’t added challenge for muscles and balance and proprioception. Running in the packed freshly wet sand makes it a little easier and firmer. It’s amazingly good for the muscles in your feet and legs.