> I wish I could get that joy from running, but my entire body hurts, from the inside-out, when I do it.
Running doesn't have to hurt! As long as you do it regularly and increase the length of your runs gradually.
> It made it hard to get good cardio training when I was training for a fight
Common alternative (or complement) to running in fighting sports is rope skipping.
Swimming is great but requires more technique and training discipline to be as efficient a cardio training. Plus you need a swimming pool nearby that isn't too crowded.
Running doesn't have to hurt! As long as you do it regularly and increase the length of your runs gradually.
> It made it hard to get good cardio training when I was training for a fight
Common alternative (or complement) to running in fighting sports is rope skipping.
Swimming is great but requires more technique and training discipline to be as efficient a cardio training. Plus you need a swimming pool nearby that isn't too crowded.