What is the function of a running sandbag?

Running is something we often do in our daily life, but many people like to tie sandbags on their legs, because this not only makes our legs stronger, but also has many other functions. Sandbags for running are also very particular. Not just any sandbag will do. We need to choose it carefully. It can be too heavy or too light. Next, let us understand what the role of sandbags for running is?

The advantage of this kind of training is that it increases the strength of the legs, especially the calves, can help with fitness and weight loss, and enhance jumping ability. The disadvantage is that if you train too long or too hard each time, it will cause permanent damage to your knee joints and ankles, or even deformation. Each training session should not exceed 35 minutes or 5,000 meters. The weight of one leg should not exceed 5 kilograms. Wear it at the beginning of training and loosen it immediately after the end. Do not wear it at other times.

1. Tying sandbags is a form of weight-bearing exercise. Weight-bearing exercises can help strengthen the limbs.

2. It is not a good idea to tie sandbags. Sandbags are static loads and are too loose, which is not good for the body and feet. It is better to tie steel bars (available online, just tie cloth and insert steel bars on it), or get a few bricks or pick up stones on the roadside.

These weight-bearing methods all have their disadvantages. Excessive weight can cause great damage to the ankles, so everything should be done gradually, slowly starting with the lightest weight, and gradually increasing the weight after you get used to it.

3. It is recommended to practice running first to improve your endurance, and then gradually practice weight-bearing.

Wearing sandbag leggings can improve your jumping ability, but a three-foot-thick ice does not freeze overnight. Practice slowly, but don't rush for results. You should proceed step by step. You can use one kilogram first, and then increase the weight when you get used to it. Before practicing with a sand belt, you must warm up through jogging or other activities, otherwise untrained amateurs will easily get injured.

In fact, using sandbags to improve jumping, speed and other physical qualities is not very suitable for beginners. Vertical jumping on the spot and short-distance acceleration running are very effective training methods, but if you want to have a significant improvement, you must persist. You must relax after each practice, otherwise it will not be easy to improve after a period of training.

If you have not been trained, do not use a 4 or 5 kg sandbag at the beginning. This is more effective in increasing your leg strength, but it is not very effective in improving your jumping ability and speed because the heavy load will slow down your movement speed.

The sandbag is only an auxiliary exercise and cannot be relied upon completely. Tying sandbags on your feet can help you build leg strength. Athletes will tie sandbags on their feet during normal practice to allow their feet to adapt to the heavy feeling. After getting used to it, when the sandbags are removed, they will run significantly faster. Running with sandbags tied to it can enhance leg muscle strength and help increase speed.

Although sandbags for running have many functions and benefits, we must be more careful during the entire training process. With sandbags tied to their legs, many people fall easily. Therefore, we must pay attention to our own safety. If you feel that the weight of the sandbags exceeds the weight that your body can bear, you must remove the sandbags in time and do not try to be stubborn.