{"id":11792,"date":"2020-11-17T22:29:34","date_gmt":"2020-11-17T22:29:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=11792"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"benefits-of-running-everyday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits Of Running Every Day: Why You Should (But Do Not Need To) Run Every Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Health_Benefits_Of_Running_Every_Day\" >Health Benefits Of Running Every Day<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Running_Can_Boost_Your_Mood\" >Running Can Boost Your Mood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#It_Helps_With_Anxiety_Disorder_And_Panic_Attacks\" >It Helps With Anxiety Disorder And Panic Attacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#It_Helps_In_The_Regulation_Of_Blood_Pressure\" >It Helps In The Regulation Of Blood Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Running_Improves_Insulin_Sensitivity\" >Running Improves Insulin Sensitivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Boosts_Your_Metabolism\" >Boosts Your Metabolism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Increases_Workplace_Productivity\" >Increases Workplace Productivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Boosts_Self-Esteem_In_Children_Or_Young_People\" >Boosts Self-Esteem In Children Or Young People<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Running_May_Help_You_Process_Information_Faster\" >Running May Help You Process Information Faster<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Increases_Cortical_Activity_During_Working_Memory\" >Increases Cortical Activity During Working Memory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Improves_The_Quality_Of_Sleep\" >Improves The Quality Of Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Helps_To_Kick_Out_Bad_Habits_Or_Addictions\" >Helps To Kick Out Bad Habits Or Addictions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Reduces_Fatigue_Ironically\" >Reduces Fatigue (Ironically)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Improves_Free_Testosterone_Levels_In_Men\" >Improves Free Testosterone Levels In Men<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Lowers_Cholesterol_Levels\" >Lowers Cholesterol Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Reduces_The_Risk_Of_Cardiovascular_Disease\" >Reduces The Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Strengthens_Your_Joints\" >Strengthens Your Joints<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Burn_Calories\" >Burn Calories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#May_Be_An_Effective_Alternative_To_Treating_Depression\" >May Be An Effective Alternative To Treating Depression<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Running_Could_Help_You_Live_Longer\" >Running Could Help You Live Longer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Should_You_Really_Run_Every_Day\" >Should You Really Run Every Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Factors_That_Can_Increase_Your_Risk_Of_Injury_While_Running\" >Factors That Can Increase Your Risk Of Injury While Running<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#How_To_Improve_Your_Running_Experience_And_Avoid_Injuries\" >How To Improve Your Running Experience And Avoid Injuries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Safety_Tips_For_Running\" >Safety Tips For Running<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#What_To_Do_If_You_Injure_Yourself_While_Running\" >What To Do If You Injure Yourself While Running?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#What_Is_The_Perfect_Environment_For_Running\" >What Is The Perfect Environment For Running?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Preparing_For_A_Run\" >Preparing For A Run<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#How_To_Dress_Properly_For_A_Run\" >How To Dress Properly For A Run?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Does_Running_Build_Muscle\" >Does Running Build Muscle?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-running-everyday\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No doubt, running is one of the easiest exercises ever &#8211; you don&#8217;t need any special equipment or any particular skill to go jogging or running. Inasmuch as this statement is true, this go-to exercise also has some downsides, especially when overdone. If you are a beginner at working out, one of the pieces of &#8216;advice&#8217; that you may have come across involves running every day. But isn&#8217;t this too much? What are the benefits of running every day? And is pounding the pavement every single day really worth the risks involved?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_Blue-1.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the current <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physicalactivity\/basics\/adults\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Activity Guidelines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for Americans are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physicalactivity\/basics\/adults\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/in-depth\/exercise-intensity\/art-20046887?pg=2\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mayo Clinic <\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">defines &#8216;moderate-intensity exercise&#8217; as an activity that feels somewhat hard. Clues that your exercise intensity is at moderate level include a heightened rate of breathing (but you are not out of breath), a light sweat after about ten minutes of activity, and ability to carry on a conversation (but you can&#8217;t sing). (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/in-depth\/exercise-intensity\/art-20046887?pg=2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">75 minutes of high-intensity exercise per week. High-intensity exercise feels challenging. You will know that your exercise intensity is at a vigorous level if: your breathing is deep and rapid, you develop a sweat after only a few minutes of activity, and you can&#8217;t say more than a few words without pausing for breath.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such physical activity has a myriad of benefits, among which is reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many, going for a run is one of the easiest ways of achieving the recommended hours of physical activity. And judging from the benefits of running, this is a wise choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any benefits of running 2 miles every day? Let\u2019s take a look at the general benefits of running every day.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-on-leg-day\/\">Running On Leg Day: Can It Impede Your Progress?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33434 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4917-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4917.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4917-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4917.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4917.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_Benefits_Of_Running_Every_Day\"><\/span><b>Health Benefits Of Running Every Day<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we get into the nitty-gritty of whether you have to run every day to reap the benefits of the exercise, let&#8217;s take a look at some of the benefits of good old running.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Running_Can_Boost_Your_Mood\"><\/span><b>Running Can Boost Your Mood<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Undoubtedly, exercise can instantly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007%2Fs10902-018-9976-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boost your mood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007%2Fs10902-018-9976-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In fact, some people use exercise as<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2702700\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> an antidepressant <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(however, this should not be used in place of a certified doctor&#8217;s prescription). (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2702700\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you run, your brain releases two powerful &#8216;feel-good&#8217; chemicals, endorphins and endocannabinoids, which help to boost your mood.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Helps_With_Anxiety_Disorder_And_Panic_Attacks\"><\/span><b>It Helps With Anxiety Disorder And Panic Attacks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3131468\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, scientists used the carbon-dioxide challenge test to study the connection between anxiety sensitivity and physical activity. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3131468\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scientists found that more physically active people were less likely to panic in fearful situations even if they had anxiety sensitivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33430 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Helps_In_The_Regulation_Of_Blood_Pressure\"><\/span><b>It Helps In The Regulation Of Blood Pressure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An analysis of various studies concluded that aerobic exercise can be a non-pharmacological (drug-free) treatment for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5369884\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hypertensive people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5369884\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Running_Improves_Insulin_Sensitivity\"><\/span><b>Running Improves Insulin Sensitivity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hiking-vs-running\/\">Running<\/a> helps lower blood sugar. While running, your blood sugar reduces as your muscles will use the glucose or energy while running.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. BetterMe app is your personal trainer, nutritionist and support system all in one. <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\" rel=\"noopener\">Start using our app<\/a> to stay on track and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_Your_Metabolism\"><\/span><b>Boosts Your Metabolism<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thirty minutes of running combined with warm-ups and stretching (45 minutes in total) may boost your metabolism for the next 14 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21311363\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of ten male subjects (age = 22-33 yr), a 45-min exercise bout resulted in a net energy expenditure of 519 \u00b1 60.9 kcal (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21311363\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For 14 hours after the exercise, their energy expenditure was increased 190 \u00b1 71.4 kcal compared with the rest day (P &lt; 0.001).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study concluded that the magnitude and duration of increased energy expenditure after a 45-minute bout of vigorous exercise might have implications for weight loss and management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the myriads of benefits of running every day for 30 minutes that may interest those looking to get in shape and increase their <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/2700-calorie-meal-plan\/\">calorie<\/a> expenditure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33384 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4855-1024x576.png\" alt=\"nutrition and exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4855.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4855-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4855.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4855.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increases_Workplace_Productivity\"><\/span><b>Increases Workplace Productivity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-running-make-your-butt-bigger\/\">running<\/a> in the morning every day were evident in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emerald.com\/insight\/content\/doi\/10.1108\/17538350810926534\/full\/html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> which found that employees were happier and more efficient at the workplace on days when they exercised. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emerald.com\/insight\/content\/doi\/10.1108\/17538350810926534\/full\/html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The improvement in mood or performance, however, was not observed on days when they did not exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_Self-Esteem_In_Children_Or_Young_People\"><\/span><b>Boosts Self-Esteem In Children Or Young People<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of running every day may also be enjoyed by children and young people alike.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14974029\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A study <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">suggests that running or exercise can increase self-esteem in children or young people. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14974029\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Running_May_Help_You_Process_Information_Faster\"><\/span><b>Running May Help You Process Information Faster<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1389041715300139\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">looked at different recreational activities and their impact after a learning period. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1389041715300139\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The group that was made to run performed better than any other group in the study.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study concluded that running increases cortisol levels and, performed immediately after a learning period, facilitates memorization of neutral information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast, playing a violent computer game tends to impair memorization.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increases_Cortical_Activity_During_Working_Memory\"><\/span><b>Increases Cortical Activity During Working Memory<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aerobic exercise, like running, has been proven to activate the brain area that is responsible for executive functions like attention control, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4050105\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">working memory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or cognitive flexibility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4050105\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As such, running will help you work towards achieving your goals without losing focus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33328 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4850-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4850.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4850-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4850.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4850-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4850.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_The_Quality_Of_Sleep\"><\/span><b>Improves The Quality Of Sleep<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running ensures deep unbroken sleep. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jahonline.org\/article\/S1054-139X(12)00111-5\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers in one study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> observed a group of healthy adolescents who ran for 30 minutes at a moderate-intensity pace every morning for three weeks. Their sleep, mood, and concentration ability during the day tested better than a control group of non-runners. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jahonline.org\/article\/S1054-139X(12)00111-5\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helps_To_Kick_Out_Bad_Habits_Or_Addictions\"><\/span><b>Helps To Kick Out Bad Habits Or Addictions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running may help you to kick out bad habits such as smoking, excessive drinking, and using recreational drugs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After just a few weeks of running regularly, you will feel that the cravings are not as strong.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduces_Fatigue_Ironically\"><\/span><b>Reduces Fatigue (Ironically)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18277063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 6-week trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of young adults who reported a persistent feeling of tiredness found improvements in energy levels and a drop in fatigue when they ran (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18277063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Free_Testosterone_Levels_In_Men\"><\/span><b>Improves Free Testosterone Levels In Men<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running, especially intensive interval running workouts can significantly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23310924\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">improve free testosterone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> levels in men. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23310924\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) Testosterone is responsible for high libidos and sex drive in men.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32234 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4568-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4568.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4568-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4568.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4568.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lowers_Cholesterol_Levels\"><\/span><b>Lowers Cholesterol Levels<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/7848025\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lowers cholesterol levels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the body, which in turn reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/7848025\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduces_The_Risk_Of_Cardiovascular_Disease\"><\/span><b>Reduces The Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running even five to ten minutes a day at slow speeds is associated with a drastically reduced risk of dying from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinicproceedings.org\/article\/S0025-6196(15)00621-7\/pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cardiovascular disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinicproceedings.org\/article\/S0025-6196(15)00621-7\/pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthens_Your_Joints\"><\/span><b>Strengthens Your Joints<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23377837\/\"> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicine &amp; Science in Sports &amp; Exercise<\/span><\/i> <\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">study of nearly 75,000 runners and walkers found that running actually doesn&#8217;t up the risk of osteoarthritis\u2014even for people who run 26.2 miles regularly. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23377837\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, the study showed that runners were half as likely to suffer from knee osteoarthritis compared to walkers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every time you go on a run, you stress your bones and cartilage, just like your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/band-back-exercises\/\">muscles<\/a>, causing them to spring back stronger.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Burn_Calories\"><\/span><b>Burn Calories<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many calories do you burn running a mile? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average 150-pound person will burn about 12.2 calories per minute running a 10-minute mile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32185 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4481-1024x576.png\" alt=\"exercises for men\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4481.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4481-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4481.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4481-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4481.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Be_An_Effective_Alternative_To_Treating_Depression\"><\/span><b>May Be An Effective Alternative To Treating Depression<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3674785\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACSM&#8217;s Health and Fitness Journal<\/span><\/i><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">study showed that physical activity acts as an effective alternative to treating depression. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3674785\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combining running with a pre- or post-workout meditation session will reap substantial benefits, as stated in the research published in the journal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/tp2015225\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translational Psychiatry<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/tp2015225\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Running_Could_Help_You_Live_Longer\"><\/span><b>Running Could Help You Live Longer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Runners have a 25 to 40 percent reduced risk of premature mortality and live about three years longer than non-runners, according to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28365296\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> published in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28365296\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the study, runners who also regularly took up other aerobic physical activities, such as cycling, swimming, walking, basketball, and racquet sports, had the greatest mortality benefit, with a 43 percent lower risk of death.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For both sexes, mortality from respiratory diseases, cancer, and stroke is insignificantly lower for joggers compared with nonjoggers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-anaerobic-exercise\/\">What Is Anaerobic Exercise: Pressing Reset On Sedentary Lifestyle<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32181 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4474-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4474.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4474-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4474.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4474.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Really_Run_Every_Day\"><\/span><b>Should You Really Run Every Day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the benefits of running every day are quite enticing, you should actually think twice before embarking on a 7-day a week running routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high-impact nature of running puts a lot of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/can-stress-cause-weight-loss-even-when-eating\/\">stress<\/a> on your body, which is why you should think twice before choosing to perform this exercise every day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For one, running every day without incorporating recovery days can lead to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/319104024_Common_Running_Overuse_Injuries_and_Prevention\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">overuse injuries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as shin splints and stress fractures (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/319104024_Common_Running_Overuse_Injuries_and_Prevention\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overuse injuries result from taking on too much physical activity too fast and not allowing the body to adjust. They may also be caused by technique errors, such as running with poor form or overloading certain muscles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other overuse injuries include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Blisters: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are caused by the foot sliding or rubbing inside the shoe<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Shin pain: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain and inflammation in the muscles and tendons that run the length of the shin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Soft tissue injuries:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Examples include a pulled muscle or ligament sprain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Skin injuries: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such as sunburn and bruises. Falling over while running or jogging can also cause cuts and abrasions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another reason why you probably shouldn&#8217;t run every day is tied to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2011\/12\/111207000759.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of 40 elite athletes. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2011\/12\/111207000759.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After studying the athletes (who were training for endurance running events) researchers found evidence that some athletes who take part in extreme endurance exercises such as marathons, endurance triathlons, alpine cycling or ultra triathlons may incur damage to the right ventricles of their hearts &#8211; one of the four chambers in the heart involved in pumping blood around the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this does not convince you that you probably should not run every day, then maybe this simple fact will: you may be able to experience the same benefits highlighted above from 30 minutes of other daily activity, too, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/a-21-day-walking-plan-for-fat-loss\/\">walking<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-cycling-burn-belly-fat\/\">cycling<\/a>, swimming, or yoga.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is running bad for you? No, absolutely not. But, like any other exercise, you need to run in moderation and ensure that you are not causing more harm than good.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32138 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4489-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4489.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4489-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4489.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4489.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_That_Can_Increase_Your_Risk_Of_Injury_While_Running\"><\/span><b>Factors That Can Increase Your Risk Of Injury While Running<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the factors that can increase your risk of injury while running or jogging include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Overtraining. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running beyond your current fitness level can strain your muscles, tendons, and ligaments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Incorrect technique. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A poor running style can increase the risk of injuries.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Running with incorrect shoes.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The wrong type of shoe can increase the risk of various injuries, including blisters and shin pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Incorrect clothing. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing the wrong clothes can also contribute to overheating, sunburn, or cold injuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Running on hard surfaces. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The impact of running on hard surfaces, such as bitumen, can cause injuries, including shin pain and stress fractures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Other environmental factors. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These may include running surfaces that are too loose and unstable (for example, sand), polluted air, environmental obstacles such as low-hanging tree branches, or sunburn.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28306 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Improve_Your_Running_Experience_And_Avoid_Injuries\"><\/span><b>How To Improve Your Running Experience And Avoid Injuries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always warm up before running. Include plenty of slow and sustained stretches, and make sure you thoroughly stretch the muscles in your thighs and calves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cool down after running. Also, incorporate stretches into your cool-down routine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink plenty of water before, during, and after your run. You can lose between 6 and 12 ounces of fluid for every 20 minutes of running. Drink 10 to 15 ounces of fluid 10 to 15 minutes before running and every 20 to 30 minutes along your route. Weigh yourself before and after a run. For every pound lost, drink one pint of fluid.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not push too hard beyond your current fitness level. Plan to gradually increase how long and how often you run over a few weeks or even months.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start slowly at a pace at which you can have a conversation without breathlessness. No matter how eager you are to get in shape, remember that slow and steady wins the race!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid running during the hottest part of the day in summer. Plan to run in the morning or evening.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always apply sunscreen to all exposed areas of skin to avoid getting sunburnt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid running near roads. Inhaling vehicle exhaust fumes can cause respiratory problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run on a clear, smooth, even and reasonably soft surface. Avoid uneven surfaces, sand, and concrete.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gradually introduce surface changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always wear the right shoes. Do not wear regular sneakers when running. Professionally fitted shoes designed for running will support your feet and reduce your risk of injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28124 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_Tips_For_Running\"><\/span><b>Safety Tips For Running<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose well-lit populated routes and avoid dangerous and isolated areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that drivers can see you if you are running at night. You could wear reflective clothing.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid running alone. If you absolutely have to run by yourself, tell someone your intended route and when you plan to return.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your phone with you in case of emergencies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not wear headphones. You need to be alert!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Do_If_You_Injure_Yourself_While_Running\"><\/span>What To Do If You Injure Yourself While Running?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop running immediately. You may be tempted to &#8216;push through&#8217; the pain, but please don&#8217;t. Trying to &#8216;push through&#8217; the pain will only make the injury worse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immediately see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treat soft tissue injuries such as ligament or muscle sprains with rest, ice packs, compression, and elevation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not run again until the injury has completely healed. Until you are fully healed, switch to a low-impact form of exercise that does not aggravate the injury, such as swimming.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask your doctor, physiotherapist or another health professional for medical advice before you start running again.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider getting advice from an exercise physiologist. They can help you improve your running technique to reduce your risk of injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28917 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3436-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of running every day\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3436.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3436-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3436.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Frame-3436.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Perfect_Environment_For_Running\"><\/span>What Is The Perfect Environment For Running?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If possible, run in the shade to avoid direct sun. If you are exposed to the sun, apply at least SPF 15 sunscreen. You could also wear sunglasses to filter out UVA and UVB rays, and wear a hat with a visor to shade your eyes and face.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During hot weather, run early in the morning or in the evening to avoid heat exhaustion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not run when pollution levels are high.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In high altitudes, gradually get yourself used to lower oxygen levels by slowly increasing your speed and distance alike.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid running at night. If you run at dusk or dawn, wear reflective material. Do not wear a headset or jewellery while running.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid running on hills, which increases stress on the ankle and foot.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When running on a curve, such as a running track, reverse directions halfway through your run so that you have even pressure on both feet during the run.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In cool weather, run into the wind when you start running and run with the wind at the finish.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparing_For_A_Run\"><\/span><b>Preparing For A Run<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan a progressive running program to prevent overuse injuries. Including a five-minute warm-up (which should raise your temperature by one degree) followed by stretching exercises, is essential before starting a run. After the run, stretching again is important.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start your run with your body feeling &#8220;a little cool.&#8221; Your body temperature will gradually increase when you start running.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run with someone. If you are alone, carry identification, or write your name, phone number, blood type, and medical information on the inside sole of your running shoe (if you haven&#8217;t carried your phone with you).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you plan on running alone, let others know where you will be running, and stay in familiar areas, preferably away from traffic. If possible, carry a small bag, where you will carry your cell phone and a whistle or other noisemaker to use in an emergency.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Dress_Properly_For_A_Run\"><\/span>How To Dress Properly For A Run?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When selecting running shoes, look for good shock absorption and construction that will provide stability and cushioning to the feet. Make sure that there is a thumbnail&#8217;s width between the end of the longest toe and the end of the shoe. Another handy tip: buy shoes at the end of the day when your foot is the largest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to sixty percent of a shoe&#8217;s shock absorption is lost after 250 to 500 miles of use, so people who run up to 10 miles per week should consider replacing their shoes every 9 to 12 months.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive clothing can produce sweating, which causes the body to lose heat rapidly and can increase the risk of hypothermia. As such, dress in layers. The inner layer should be material that takes perspiration away from the skin; the middle layer should be for insulation and absorbing moisture; the outer layer should protect against wind and moisture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid frostbite in cold weather, do not have gaps of bare skin between gloves and jackets, wear a hat, and cover your neck. Petroleum jelly can be used on exposed areas, such as the nose.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Running_Build_Muscle\"><\/span><b>Does Running Build Muscle?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it does. Running <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">builds muscle by inhibiting proteins that interfere with muscle growth and decreasing muscle protein breakdown (MPB).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the benefits of running every day may have you looking up jogging routes, you shouldn\u2019t take it that far. Luckily, you do not have to pound the pavement each and every day to enjoy the benefits of the exercise. Running just 2-5 hours a week or 30 minutes five days a week is enough.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember the golden rules of the exercise (or any exercise for that matter) &#8211; do not overdo it, and when injured, take a break.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Running_Ever_Day\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><strong>SOURCES:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4050105\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acute Aerobic Exercise Increases Cortical Activity during Working Memory: A Functional MRI Study in Female College Students<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21311363\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 45-minute vigorous exercise bout increases metabolic rate for 14 hours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18277063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A randomized controlled trial of the effect of aerobic exercise training on feelings of energy and fatigue in sedentary young adults with persistent fatigue <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2008, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007%2Fs10902-018-9976-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Systematic Review of the Relationship Between Physical Activity and Happiness<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, link.springer.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/319104024_Common_Running_Overuse_Injuries_and_Prevention\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Running Overuse Injuries and Prevention <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2017, researchgate.net)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jahonline.org\/article\/S1054-139X(12)00111-5\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily Morning Running for 3 Weeks Improved Sleep and Psychological Functioning in Healthy Adolescents Compared With Controls <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2012, jahonline.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23377837\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of running and walking on osteoarthritis and hip replacement risk <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2013, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinicproceedings.org\/article\/S0025-6196(15)00621-7\/pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of Running on Chronic Diseases and Cardiovascular and All-Cause Mortality<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015,mayoclinicproceedings.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2011\/12\/111207000759.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endurance exercise linked to damage in right ventricle of heart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, sciencedaily.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2702700\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise and Pharmacotherapy in the Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2007, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/in-depth\/exercise-intensity\/art-20046887?pg=2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise intensity: How to measure it<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14974029\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise to improve self-esteem in children and young people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2004, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emerald.com\/insight\/content\/doi\/10.1108\/17538350810926534\/full\/html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercising at work and self\u2010reported work performance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2008, emerald.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajpmonline.org\/article\/S0749-3797%2810%2900390-9\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Reported Activities by Intensity for U.S. Adults<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, ajpmonline.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physicalactivity\/basics\/adults\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much physical activity do adults need?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, cdc.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/BF00695115\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intensity, duration and frequency of exercise as determinants of the response to a training regime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (1968, link.springer.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3674785\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Exercise a Viable Treatment for Depression?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacc.org\/doi\/10.1016\/j.jacc.2014.04.058?articleID=1891600&amp;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leisure-Time Running Reduces All-Cause and Cardiovascular Mortality Risk<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, jacc.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/aje\/article\/177\/7\/683\/91486\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longevity in Male and Female Joggers: The Copenhagen City Heart Study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2013, academic.oup.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/tp2015225\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MAP training: combining meditation and aerobic exercise reduces depression and rumination while enhancing synchronized brain activity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, nature.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/7848025\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miles run per week and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels in healthy, middle-aged men. 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