10 Reasons to Start Running

Why do you run? To get fit? To be slim? To build endurance? To clear your head? Or perhaps simply because you like it? Every reason is a good reason, but we are going to tell you about some other benefits of this physical activity that not everyone is aware of. So if your running shoes are collecting dust in the closet, take them out and go running, it’s really worth it.

Running supports mental health

It follows from a study published by the American College of Sports Medicine that even 30 minutes spent on a treadmill improve the wellbeing of people suffering from depression and/or disorders. Furthermore, as little as 10 minutes of physical exercise can boost your mood.

Running may have a positive impact on your knees

This is confirmed by research, too! Running will not ‘ruin your knees’, and pain symptoms in your joints mean you are overdoing it, wearing ill-fitting shoes or lacking in technique. What is more, running improves bone density, making them stronger.

 Running may help you sleep well

Physical activity has a positive effect on the quality of sleep. Running increases the secretion of serotonin, a hormone regulating the sleep-wake cycle. However, if you want your running routine to support you in your fight against insomnia, take it easy. Slow jogging will be your best bet!

Running is good for your heart

Even short runs are likely to reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular diseases, according to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Compared to non-runners, runners had a 30% lower risk of death due to poor health and 45% lower risk of death from heart disease or stroke.