Benefits of Running

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There are many benefits of Running. Every runner you see will be benefiting from the running they do and the great news is you don’t have to run every day to feel these benefits. So what are the key benefits to running on a regular basis, we are going to base this on running for half an hour three times a week.

The key benefits of running are

• Lose weight

The average 30 minute run will burn an average of 500 calories. In order to lose one pound of body weight, the body must create a calorie deficit of 3500 calories. This is equal to burning 500 calories per day. The number of calories burned while running depends on a number of factors including the individual’s weight, the intensity of the workout and the efficiency of the runner.

• Improved Cardiovascular Health

If you run on a regular basis your heart will be strong, your lung capacity will be better and your arteries will work better. This means lower blood pressure and reduced chance of heart disease and stroke.

• Slowing down of the aging process

No one can stop aging but running can reduce it by keeping bones and muscles strong. The old adage of ‘use it or lose it’ is very true, if you have your own grove in the sofa it might be time to get moving.

• Psychological Benefits

Most runners enjoy the challenges that running brings and feel happier, healthier and ready to tackle life’s challenges head on. One of the key benefits of running is the release of endorphins, these naturals highs are released into the brain when you exercise and leave you feeling relaxed and happy. The sense of satisfaction you feel when you have finished a run and have showered and are relaxing is a truly awesome feeling.

As you can see there are many benefits of running. If you want some more information about how to get started with running have a look round the site today. It is cheap and easy to get running and the improvements you will see in a short amount of time will really motivate you to keep on running. We hope you have enjoyed reading about the benefits of running.

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