any non runners?

[surgtech1956]

Are there any non-runners out there? It looks like most of you run when you can't bike. Anyone else out there with bad knees and can't run, any walkers or ????

[segolene]

Swimming !?!

I had numerous injuries that stopped me from riding or running but I could get exercise swimming (with a kickboard or a buoy depending of the injury!! )

[Starfish]

I have a problem knee and haven't run for many, many years. I admit I'm plotting to make a comeback, as I am getting intrigued with the idea of triathlons. But, no, I'm not a runner. I might have to learn speed walking!

I like to swim, do cardio machines in the gym, and I'm currently working my way through a floor-mat-Pilates book to see if I can make that a routine.

[PinkPilot]

When could you not bike when running would be preferable? During bike servicing? I just figured the runners were the super duper athletes who wanted to excel in as many areas as humanly possible for super duper athletes!

[Zen]

I'd run if I could.
I can barely walk. Cycling's it for me.

I encountered some runners while out riding the other day. It occurred to me that cyclists seem happy and smiling most of the time while runners often seem pained

[KnottedYet]

Surg - just start walking. Get the best fitting walking shoes you can, get the best supportive (not cushy!!!) insoles you can, and WALK.

Strengthen that knee of yours every which way you can!

Don't worry about how many folks run, how many walk; just get out and have fun!

(I walk. I'd rather run, but my knee won't do it.)

I know this store isn't anywhere near you, but this is the kind of store that will fit you up right for shoes that will take the most stress possible off your knees. www.playmakers.com Perhaps call them and ask if they can recommend any stores near you. Playmakers works closely with Brooks (based here in Seattle) and really knows shoes and feet.

[LBTC]

I don't run. Too jarring on all my joints - no specific injuries, I just never could get past the awful hurt of it.

I do walk regularly. My commute to work is on foot. It's too short to justify pulling the bike out for it, and, besides, I can take pictures while commuting. It's perfect.

I am way out of fitness right now, but getting more healthy and getting ready to ride more often I hope.

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

[mimitabby]

I can run about 100 feet. Nope, not a runner. lots of us don't run... unless we absolutely HAVE to.. and then... not too far!

[Trek420]

I encountered some runners while out riding the other day. It occurred to me that cyclists seem happy and smiling most of the time while runners often seem pained

This is so true

From time to time I get the wacky idea to plod along with the dog. I used to run slowly but run 6-10 miles at a a pop.

Now I'm too gimpy.

I weight lift, bike, walk, bike, do Aikido, bike, garden and .... bike ride.