Treadmills on Carnival

[Jenmars23]

I will be smack dab in the middle of marathon training on my cruise. I recall there being treadmill hours (open after 10am) on NCL, but was wondering if Carnival has the same rules? I would love to be able to run in the morning. TIA!

[tofinochris]

Why don't you run around the track on deck?

 

Though to be honest your training really won't suffer from a measly week off.

[jimbo5544]

They open at 6 am in Carnival ships.

[crewsweeper]

Yes, 6AM or run around the outdoor track.

 

On either , I wouldn't attempt any long runs (4 miles or more) could get boring real quick. Depending on which ports of call are slated for your cruise, there could already be nice running routes mapped out by others on various running apps or sites like , mapmyrun. These would be better for weekly long runs.

 

And on the subject, as tofinochris points out, for the middle of your marathon training (unless you're striving for an Olympic qualifying time), a cruise is a good time to chill or do alternative exercises. Your body may actually appreciate that.

[tofinochris]

And on the subject, as tofinochris points out, for the middle of your marathon training (unless you're striving for an Olympic qualifying time), a cruise is a good time to chill or do alternative exercises. Your body may actually appreciate that.

 

It really does. I lift weights 4-5 times a week and before vacations a couple years ago I was thinking, OK I need to work out every two days on this cruise and vacation or I'll lose all my strength. So ridiculous. Studies show that occasional breaks of 2-3 weeks from strength or endurance training will lead to very minor losses but that the losses will be temporary -- that is, if you could bench press 255 before the cruise, you might find you can only manage 235 two weeks later, but you'll be back to 255 the week after that. And your body gets a chance to heal any minor strain injuries that normally just get worked through. And *most* importantly, you get full value for your vacation -- you can run at home, why run on the ship or on (say) Roatan when there are dozens of other activities to do with your friends and/or family? They're going to remember having a dance contest on the beach, you're going to remember another sweaty training run :)

[jocko4279]

Running track on top deck too dang windy

[Micahs Grandad]

Running track on top deck too dang windy

 

They are rather windy. Found on the Dream a few weeks ago that deck 3 went all around the ship. Early morning great time for walking or even running there if careful.

[TrqoisWtrs]

Running track on top deck too dang windy

 

And not to mention if its rocky seas, a whole other workout just trying to stay stable on a moving treadmill. :D

[evandbob]

I'm guessing that 90% of adult cruisers (all cruise lines), myself included, could not run a mile. The cruising population is a heavyweight demographic.

 

So enjoy yourself! The running track and the treadmills will have fewer bodies on it as the cruise gets longer. Lots of enthusiasm the 1st day and then it dwindles.

[bnorris10]

I just love how everyone is telling this guy to not run ... He is training he wants to run he asked a simple question - I am sure he does not need every Joe's opinion about if he should take a break while he is on vacation

 

 

To answer your question yes the gym is open early in the day for you to use the treadmills - If i am correct they open around 6 am

[tofinochris]

I just love how everyone is telling this guy to not run ... He is training he wants to run he asked a simple question - I am sure he does not need every Joe's opinion about if he should take a break while he is on vacation

 

To answer your question yes the gym is open early in the day for you to use the treadmills - If i am correct they open around 6 am

 

If he didn't expect unsolicited advice he shouldn't have asked a question on the internet ;)

[GiftieEtcetera]

I don't know the answer, but I know the Dream has a full lap around the ship that you can run!

[rilco33647]

I totally get your question!!! Although I don't know the gym times on Carnival I can share that I went on a Regal Princess cruise in April with a 10k to run the following weekend. No way was I taking off the last hard week of training before taper week. I did 2 interval runs, one tempo run, and one long run. It was totally worth keeping up, as you know how quickly you can lose what you built in running! If you're a runner, you know this! Cross training is great, but race training follows a very specific plan that cannot easily be tampered with. Happy cruising, happy training, and best of luck on your marathon!!!

[jimbo5544]

They are rather windy. Found on the Dream a few weeks ago that deck 3 went all around the ship. Early morning great time for walking or even running there if careful.

 

 

Actually, I think it is on deck 5 isn't it?

[evandbob]

Actually, I think it is on deck 5 isn't it?

 

Deck 5 on the Magic (sister ship) is circumnavigable.

Edited June 6, 2016 by evandbob

[Micahs Grandad]

Actually, I think it is on deck 5 isn't it?

 

oops your right:):)

[Micahs Grandad]

I just love how everyone is telling this guy to not run ... He is training he wants to run he asked a simple question - I am sure he does not need every Joe's opinion about if he should take a break while he is on vacation

 

 

To answer your question yes the gym is open early in the day for you to use the treadmills - If i am correct they open around 6 am

 

good point

[riclop]

I will be smack dab in the middle of marathon training on my cruise. I recall there being treadmill hours (open after 10am) on NCL, but was wondering if Carnival has the same rules? I would love to be able to run in the morning. TIA!

 

They usually open at 6am.

[BallFour4]

I will be smack dab in the middle of marathon training on my cruise. I recall there being treadmill hours (open after 10am) on NCL, but was wondering if Carnival has the same rules? I would love to be able to run in the morning. TIA!

 

We run, my wife is a avid half-marathoner and here's our experience after 27 sailings.

 

The jogging track is on the deck behind the jumbo screen. It's busy after about 8-8:30am every morning. The bad news is walkers, three abreast hae no clue about moving over or even which direction to go even with clearly marked signs.

 

Also, sea days are windy and it's an inconsistent environment to run in so we head to the gym. The treadmills are Life Fitness, and are in good to average shape. Even on the newer ships the belts are worn some.

 

The hours on all 9 ships we've been on are 6:00am to 10:00pm every day.

The late hours find the gym empty and early mornings are most always crowded. Things get slower after 9-10am.

 

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Edited June 7, 2016 by BallFour4

[TNRunnerGal]

OP, I have ran many half marathons and just completed my first marathon in April. We just got off the Magic about a week and a half ago. I went to the gym every morning at 6am, there are many treadmills available. I usually did 1.5-2 miles, but then again I am not training for anything at the moment. I think you could do 5-6 miles easily within a good time frame (depending on your speed and stuff) and still be able to enjoy the cruise.

My advice is to yes, let your body rest some but do not slack off on training. If you have to push back on miles you run then at least that is better than nothing.

[ABQrobin]

My husband loves the gym, here at home he goes 6 days a week before work every day. That means we are both up before 6am every day, even on a cruise. Going to the gym at 6am on the ship, and he is not the first one there. I go with him sometimes and by 7am it is usually busy. So not everyone who goes on a cruise is against working out.

[Jenmars23]

Thanks for the info all!

 

I've tried running on the track before and the wind, walkers and short track make it difficult. I've almost fallen down the stairs a couple times.

 

I have planned a cut back week, only planning on doing a 4 and a 7 miler on the ship. I do strength training twice a week (which I will skip) and will do my long runs before and after the trip. I can't imagine going further than 10 on a treadmill and I want to enjoy my vacation with my family :)

[sharse]

Thanks for the info all!

 

I've tried running on the track before and the wind, walkers and short track make it difficult. I've almost fallen down the stairs a couple times.

 

I have planned a cut back week, only planning on doing a 4 and a 7 miler on the ship. I do strength training twice a week (which I will skip) and will do my long runs before and after the trip. I can't imagine going further than 10 on a treadmill and I want to enjoy my vacation with my family :)

 

On a note unrelated to cruising but related to the topic, we had a nasty snow and ice storm when I was training for my first marathon. I had to do my 20 miler on the treadmill. It was too unsafe to run outside. At least on the cruise you'll have a lovely view of the ocean from the treadmill! Enjoy!

[tofinochris]

Thanks for the info all!

 

I've tried running on the track before and the wind, walkers and short track make it difficult. I've almost fallen down the stairs a couple times.

 

I have planned a cut back week, only planning on doing a 4 and a 7 miler on the ship. I do strength training twice a week (which I will skip) and will do my long runs before and after the trip. I can't imagine going further than 10 on a treadmill and I want to enjoy my vacation with my family :)

 

Thanks for taking our unsolicited advice with a smile :). Hope everything works out for you on your cruise!

[Viesczy]

Why don't you run around the track on deck?

 

Though to be honest your training really won't suffer from a measly week off.

 

In no ways do I mean this as a personal attack.

 

If you're just working out doing general fitness, you'll not suffer or see much loss. Most folks who work out for general fitness don't even keep a workout log, have a set workout plan or a diet calorie bank to which they adhere.

 

Our bodies quickly lose gained endurance/strength/speed/muscle in as little time as a week. Any specialist (runners, power lifters and such) see dramatic losses as they are training X for Y. Apparently our biology evolved with the "not using it, you're losing it" mentality!

 

Personally I see a 20% loss in muscle strength in main muscle groups in a week. Bench and squats down in # of reps/lbs moved in as short as a week. I do hit those hardest out of all muscle groups.

 

Again, not attacking in any way, just clarifying why in training for an event (even a bodybuilding show) 7 days is a world of time.

Edited June 8, 2016 by Viesczy