mcphreek Posted April 21, 2019 #1 Share Posted April 21, 2019 I noticed in a photo on the promenade deck of the Koningsdam there was a sign which said ‘No Jogging.’ While I suspect I’m about to be excoriated, I’m curious how people really feel about this as, with the exception of two short sections aft by the dining room, there seems to be a pretty wide walkway? I get that there’s a jogging track on the Sun Deck but it seems pretty small, it’s already boring running in circles so I’m not looking forward to smaller circles (if ten miles is 30 laps of the promenade deck, it looks like it would be 150 laps of the jogging track and I can’t count that high). I realize there are treadmills in the fitness center as well, and I plan on using them too, but they’re even more boring than running in circles! And go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxmantoo Posted April 21, 2019 #2 Share Posted April 21, 2019 1 minute ago, mcphreek said: ‘No Jogging.’ I'll bite ... The two words above say just about all anyone has to say on this subject. 🙄 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted April 21, 2019 #3 Share Posted April 21, 2019 4 minutes ago, mcphreek said: walkway Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising-along Posted April 21, 2019 #4 Share Posted April 21, 2019 Please don't. It's hard enough to dodge people coming around a blind corner who are walking in the opposite direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d9704011 Posted April 21, 2019 #5 Share Posted April 21, 2019 Sometimes it’s the power-walkers you have to keep a weather eye out for; joggers seem to be in a more relaxed rhythm. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise-Crazzy Posted April 21, 2019 #6 Share Posted April 21, 2019 I enjoy walking the promenade deck. It is very relaxing and a great way to appreciate the sea. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted April 21, 2019 #7 Share Posted April 21, 2019 I use a Rollator and do not want to have to worry about joggers knocking me over as I can't maneuver very quickly to get out of their way. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dog Drool Posted April 21, 2019 #8 Share Posted April 21, 2019 I had a cabin beneath the Prominade deck and got woken up every morning to the thump, thump, thump of 2 folks jogging laps a 7 am so Please No 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Copper10-8 Posted April 21, 2019 #9 Share Posted April 21, 2019 Seems pretty clear to me 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Italy52 Posted April 21, 2019 #10 Share Posted April 21, 2019 We were on the Nieuw Amsterdam last year and a jogger almost took us out coming around a corner --- signs are posted for a reason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodjs Posted April 21, 2019 #11 Share Posted April 21, 2019 Yes, both for the safety of those walking and out of respect of those who have cabins below the promenade deck - NO JOGGING! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfaaa Posted April 21, 2019 #12 Share Posted April 21, 2019 Walking. Not jogging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Mary229 Posted April 21, 2019 #13 Share Posted April 21, 2019 I am a jogger and voted no. I use the sports deck or treadmills. Risking rotten tomatoes being thrown my way I can’t say I think much of the Koningsdam’s promenade. and yes I have been overrun by aggressive power walkers on my evening strolls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTC_Motes Posted April 21, 2019 #14 Share Posted April 21, 2019 I am a power walker, but I tend to walk the length of the sun deck as opposed to the promenade, normally there is less traffic up there and I like the breeze better up there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 3rdGenCunarder Posted April 21, 2019 #15 Share Posted April 21, 2019 6 minutes ago, Mary229 said: I am a jogger and voted no. I use the sports deck or treadmills. Risking rotten tomatoes being thrown my way I can’t say I think much of the Koningsdam’s promenade. and yes I have been overrun by aggressive power walkers on my evening strolls I don't think you'll get many rotten tomatoes for saying you dislike the K's promenade. To me "promenade" sounds like a pleasant stroll, not trying to make your way through what looks like an industrial site. The problem I see with the up-top jogging tracks is it seems so open that it must be very windy up there when the ship is moving--I've only wandered up there to take pictures when we've been in port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homosassa Posted April 21, 2019 #16 Share Posted April 21, 2019 No jogging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daisybertie Posted April 21, 2019 #17 Share Posted April 21, 2019 We usually have a cabin under the Promenade deck, and occasionally hear people walking laps. You can definitely hear it when people are jogging! ‘Promenade ‘ brings to mind a picture of a gentle stroll. Love the Promenade Deck on the Maasdam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare poinsettiaplate Posted April 22, 2019 #18 Share Posted April 22, 2019 The promenade deck on the K'dam is so narrow that I recommended that it be one way only. It is not fun with both way walkers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cbr663 Posted April 22, 2019 #19 Share Posted April 22, 2019 I always view the promenade deck as a place for a nice, leisurely walk. Those who power walk or jog should do it elsewhere. There are plenty of places to do it on the ship. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamblinRisa Posted April 22, 2019 #20 Share Posted April 22, 2019 We were on the Zuiderdam in April 2017. I was recovering from my second total knee replacement and as part of my continuing rehab I walked the promenade twice daily. One morning while walking I’d just cleared the aft corner when I was jostled slightly by a jogger whom I did not hear coming (and I have “young” 57 yr old ears) and as a result I shifted farther to the outside just as, unbeknownst to me, her husband came jogging around the corner. He tripped over me, slid on the deck just narrowly missing hitting his head on a steel bulkhead. I twisted my knee and limped over to a bench. I was fine but very rattled. I didn’t walk on the deck again during our 10 day trip. No. I do not think jogging should be allowed. It’s a serious accident waiting to happen. We were lucky. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SetAnOpenCourse Posted April 22, 2019 #21 Share Posted April 22, 2019 (edited) I don’t get it. Is it “ok”? It is not relative to the individual. Perhaps you’d like it to be allowed. IMO you may be better off accepting that you won’t be jogging there, and moving on to plan other activities to enjoy the cruise. I am also a jogger, and formerly a competitive runner. (No vote) Edited April 22, 2019 by SetAnOpenCourse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wehwalt Posted April 22, 2019 #22 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Jogging requires space that is not present on a ship. Use a treadmill, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balliett Posted April 22, 2019 #23 Share Posted April 22, 2019 HAL often has a 5K walk for charity on board. As a retired distance runner, I would advise never schedule a cruise if you are training for a marathon. And If the cruise line says no jogging on deck, don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AV8rix Posted April 22, 2019 #24 Share Posted April 22, 2019 I can't imagine why they've removed all of the signage directing walkers to go counterclockwise. At least Amsterdam still has a "One Way" sign with an arrow. I'm a VERY brisk walker (NOT a jogger!) and like to do 2 miles each morning. But because the signage directing one-way walking has been removed I have to get up VERY early to do my laps and am probably inconveniencing the crew who hose the deck early in the morning. Anyway, those blind corners are dangerous now with folks meandering in both directions. Uh, guess I'm slightly off-topic -- but not by much. Apologies anyway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ski ww Posted April 22, 2019 #25 Share Posted April 22, 2019 No jogging. If people would stay to their right instead of walking in the center of the deck it would be easier for others to pass on their left. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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