{"id":31098,"date":"2021-11-18T00:55:21","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T00:55:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=31098"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"running-6-miles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/","title":{"rendered":"Running 6 Miles A Day: Is It A Good Idea?"},"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\/running-6-miles\/#What_Running_6_Miles_A_Day_Can_Do_For_You\" >What Running 6 Miles A Day Can Do For You?<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Weight_Loss\" >Weight Loss<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Reducing_Your_Appetite\" >Reducing Your Appetite<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Building_Muscle_Mass\" >Building Muscle Mass<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Improving_Your_Heart_Health\" >Improving Your Heart Health<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Decreased_Risk_Of_Disease-Related_Death\" >Decreased Risk Of Disease-Related Death<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#What_Running_6_Miles_A_Day_Can_Do_Against_You\" >What Running 6 Miles A Day Can Do Against You?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#Muscle_Soreness_And_Injury_Risk\" >Muscle Soreness And Injury Risk<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Dehydration_Risk\" >Dehydration Risk<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Tendonitis_Risk\" >Tendonitis Risk<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#Should_You_Run_6_Miles_A_Day\" >Should You Run 6 Miles A Day?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#Age\" >Age<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Goals\" >Goals\u00a0<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Duration\" >Duration<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Intensity\" >Intensity<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Fitness_Level\" >Fitness Level\u00a0<\/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\/running-6-miles\/#Injury_Risk_And_History\" >Injury Risk And History\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#How_To_Build_Up_To_Running_6_Miles_A_Day\" >How To Build Up To Running 6 Miles A Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The topic of running has been a controversial one for many years. Some say it is the best thing you can do for your health and others say it will kill you.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The truth, as with most things, lies somewhere in between these two extremes. Running does have some very definite benefits, but some drawbacks need to be considered before deciding if this is something worth doing or not. Let\u2019s take a look at both sides of the equation and see what we come up with.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_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<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Running_6_Miles_A_Day_Can_Do_For_You\"><\/span><b>What Running 6 Miles A Day Can Do For You?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several benefits of running six miles a day, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-start-running-at-50\/\">losing weight<\/a>, nothing gets results as exercise does. And when you use the right activities (such as running) in your program, there is no end to how much weight you can lose or how quickly you can do it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People have reported losing more than several pounds over several months through running alone. This is not an unrealistic goal by any means and something that almost anyone who really wants to lose weight can accomplish with enough effort and dedication on their part.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running helps you lose weight by burning calories. To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you take in daily. Running can definitely help with that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It causes your body to burn off far more calories per hour than many other activities would, making it the best fat-burning activity of all when it comes to working out to lose weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15570150\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re wondering, &#8220;how much weight can I lose running six miles a day?&#8221;, the answer is that it all depends on your size, how fast you run, and how many calories you burn running.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best things about running is that it can be adjusted to suit almost anyone&#8217;s needs. If you are heavier than you would like to be, increasing the distance or pace will help you get faster results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reducing_Your_Appetite\"><\/span><b>Reducing Your Appetite<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way running helps with weight loss is by reducing the amount of food you feel like eating while you are doing it. Instead of feeling hungry after a run, most people feel satisfied and eat much less during their normal meals, as well as the rest of the day, due to this effect running has on appetite reduction (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18987287\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/run-5-miles-a-day\/\">Run 5 Miles A Day: Debunking The Myths About Running 5 Miles And Setting The Record Straight!<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Building_Muscle_Mass\"><\/span><b>Building Muscle Mass<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While cardio or aerobic exercises, such as running, aren\u2019t the best things for building muscle mass (weight lifting is), they can still help with this in some ways when done at a high enough intensity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4523889\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running six miles a day will not build you big bulky muscles as weightlifting would, but it can contribute to muscle toning and firming and getting rid of excess fat and cellulite. This can firm and tighten your body over time, giving you a more attractive appearance even if you don\u2019t lose much weight from it (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4523889\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improving_Your_Heart_Health\"><\/span><b>Improving Your Heart Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As many people already know, the heart is one of the most important organs in our bodies. It pumps blood through our system that provides us with oxygen and nutrients to live. If our heart is unhealthy, we will feel very tired and worn out faster than normal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, running has been shown to improve the cardiovascular system through a process known as aerobic exercise. Aerobic <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-3-miles-a-day\/\">exercise<\/a> increases your body\u2019s overall oxygen intake, improving the function of every part of your body that depends on being able to access this outside of your lungs. This includes organs such as your heart, which becomes stronger and more efficient at pumping blood through your entire cardiovascular system over time if you run regularly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3902253\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33406 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4885-1024x576.png\" alt=\"running 6 miles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4885.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4885-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4885.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4885.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decreased_Risk_Of_Disease-Related_Death\"><\/span><b>Decreased Risk Of Disease-Related Death<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running doesn\u2019t just help with cardiorespiratory functions either, it has also been shown to reduce inflammation in the body, which is associated with disease-related deaths (including cancer). Those who run regularly also tend to be at a much lower risk of developing many types of diseases than those who don\u2019t (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4243532\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only that, but they will tend to live longer on average than people who don\u2019t run or exercise as well if they do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All these benefits are great so far, but now let\u2019s take a look at some of the drawbacks of running six miles per day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you struggle to even flirt with the idea of giving up your favorite foods or working out till your legs give way \u2013 BetterMe app is here to breathe a fresh perspective into the way you view the weight loss process! Check out the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\">experience the fun side of fitness and dieting<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Running_6_Miles_A_Day_Can_Do_Against_You\"><\/span><b>What Running 6 Miles A Day Can Do Against You?<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1500&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33426 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4925-1024x576.png\" alt=\"running 6 miles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4925.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4925-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4925.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4925.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several problems that you might encounter by running too much in your daily <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-running-build-muscle\/\">workout routine<\/a>, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Muscle_Soreness_And_Injury_Risk\"><\/span><b>Muscle Soreness And Injury Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One major problem is muscle soreness and injury related to high-impact activity like running too frequently for an extended period. This can be extremely bad if you are running six miles a day for several months, as you may experience muscle soreness that is far worse than usual due to the impact your body absorbs every single step you take while running.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33386 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4853-1024x576.png\" alt=\"running 6 miles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4853.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4853-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4853.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4853.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dehydration_Risk\"><\/span><b>Dehydration Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another problem with running too much is dehydration. Dehydration happens when your body doesn\u2019t have enough water in it for various bodily processes to function correctly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you aren\u2019t taking in enough fluids during and after a run like many <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/leg-workout-for-running\/\">runners<\/a>, this can lead to problems such as fatigue which can prevent you from achieving results as quickly as possible (or at all) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3418934\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For people who want to make running a part of their daily workout routine, it is recommended to hydrate properly before and after a run.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink enough fluids during the day in general, so your body is properly hydrated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to drink water or an electrolyte-containing beverage with added sugar or salt (such as Gatorade or Powerade) during your run at least once every hour if possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrate again afterward by drinking more fluids throughout the rest of the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tendonitis_Risk\"><\/span><b>Tendonitis Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another potential risk is tendonitis, which refers to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sucralose-vs-aspartame\/\">inflammation<\/a> of one or more tendons in the legs due to too much repetitive impact activity like running six miles per day. The most common areas to experience this concern are the knees and the Achilles tendons (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0114937\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Runner&#8217;s knee or patellofemoral pain syndrome is referred to as an injury to the cartilage around the knee that normally occurs due to too much stress on your legs from running for a long period like if you&#8217;re running six miles every day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0114937\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can be prevented by wearing proper shoes that support your arches along with avoiding running down steep hills or decreasing mileage until your legs feel better (and then gradually increasing it again after several weeks).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tendonitis in Achilles tendons usually happens when someone has been doing an activity, such as running, without stretching first, or hasn\u2019t taken sufficient breaks from running to let their Achilles&#8217; tendons heal after high impact activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0114937\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). To avoid this, you should:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always stretch before and after any kind of exercise you do, with running being no exception, no matter how little or much you run.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to take breaks from running every once in a while so your body can recover properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose shoes that are right for your feet (not just the type but also the size).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase distance gradually over time rather than by large amounts at once.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-4-miles\/\">Running 4 Miles A Day: How To, Benefits, And Risks<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33383 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4845-1024x576.png\" alt=\"running 6 miles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4845.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4845-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4845.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4845-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4845.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Run_6_Miles_A_Day\"><\/span><b>Should You Run 6 Miles A Day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running 6 miles a day is often considered to be an excellent way to stay in shape, but it might not be the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-stretch-before-running\/\">best idea for everyone<\/a>. There are many factors that can determine what type of running program suits you best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some things you should consider before starting a running program:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Age\"><\/span><b>Age<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A person&#8217;s age can have a significant impact on his or her ability to engage in strenuous physical activities. If you are above 80 years old, it may not be wise to run six miles each day. Older adults should stick with low-impact exercises that will help maintain their strength and range of movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Goals\"><\/span><b>Goals\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to lose weight, gain muscle or run a marathon? Your answer will make a difference in your choice of exercise. Losing weight requires a combination of cardiovascular training and calorie restriction, which means that running is most beneficial when paired with healthy eating habits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4180002\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To effectively build muscle mass, it&#8217;s important to participate in strength-building exercises as well as cardiovascular training. In most cases, that can be achieved by running for 20 minutes at a time, three times per week on alternating days.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33405 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4886-1024x576.png\" alt=\"running 6 miles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4886.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4886-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4886.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4886.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Duration\"><\/span><b>Duration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of time you plan to spend running each day should also factor into your decision about starting a running program. People who want to run shorter distances at higher speeds, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-2-miles-a-day-transformation\/\">sprinters<\/a>, do not need to run six miles per day; however, long-distance runners might only need two days&#8217; worth of rest between runs to recover properly. You should base the frequency of your runs on your goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intensity\"><\/span><b>Intensity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The intensity of your running sessions will also affect how quickly you recover between workouts. If you are running at a moderate pace, it may be possible to run six miles per day without compromising your recovery time. However, if you have trouble keeping up with the demands of the program or start to feel excessively fatigued during runs, try reducing the frequency of your runs or increasing their duration before cutting out any mileage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fitness_Level\"><\/span><b>Fitness Level\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been sedentary for a while, it is important to ease yourself into a running program. It&#8217;s better to run for short periods at a slow pace than not to run at all. If you are new to running, consider consulting with a professional before starting your program to build up your fitness level gradually.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Injury_Risk_And_History\"><\/span><b>Injury Risk And History\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve had injuries in the past, you will want to take extra care before starting a strenuous running program, especially if you have been inactive recently. You should also consider how much walking and jogging you have done in the past, as this can affect your ability to start a running program as well as your pace and endurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before beginning any type of exercise regimen, consult with your doctor and learn more about the risks associated with high-intensity physical activities (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0114937\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In general, it is best to avoid intensive training for endurance sports when recovering from an injury or dealing with an illness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventative measures such as stretching, strengthening exercises, and cross-training activities can help prepare you for a strenuous workout without putting too much stress on your body. Plus, stretching can reduce your risk of injury while you are running or performing other physical activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33390 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4848.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4848.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4848-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4848.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Build_Up_To_Running_6_Miles_A_Day\"><\/span><b>How To Build Up To Running 6 Miles A Day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been sedentary, you may want to start by walking for five minutes and then running for a minute, repeating that sequence several times. You can also consider starting with 30 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking, gradually increasing the amount of time spent jogging on each run.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should build your endurance gradually by increasing the frequency of your runs once every three weeks. Starting at three days per week is appropriate for most individuals; however, if you are already accustomed to some type of high-intensity workout routine (like Crossfit), it may be possible to run more frequently than that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you decide to begin a running program consisting of six miles each day or more, proper rest is even more essential, as running at a high intensity for extended periods can put a lot of stress on your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short, 20-minute runs with plenty of rest in between are ideal if you need to cut back on the amount of mileage you run every day. If you plan to run longer distances, make sure to schedule a few days of rest after your runs so that your muscles have adequate time to recover before beginning the next workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running six miles a day is not advised for everyone because it places high demands on your body. However, if you are fit enough to engage in high-intensity endurance exercises and have no health concerns that would be exacerbated by this type of program, then running six miles per day might be an excellent way to stay in shape.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_6_Miles_A_Day\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Create Happines now\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xLxjdQ4DYdg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\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><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3902253\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiovascular aspects of running<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (1985, pubmed.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4180002\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diet or Exercise Interventions vs Combined Behavioral Weight Management Programs: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Direct Comparisons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15570150\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy expenditure of walking and running: comparison with prediction equations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2004, pubmed.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3418934\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Half-Marathon and Full-Marathon Runners\u2019 Hydration Practices and Perception<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18987287\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Influence of resistance and aerobic exercise on hunger, circulating levels of acylated ghrelin, and peptide YY in healthy males<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2009, pubmed.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0114937\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injuries in Runners; A Systematic Review on Risk Factors and Sex Differences<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015, plos.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4523889\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy After Aerobic Training<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4243532\/\">The Anti-Inflammatory Actions of Exercise Training<\/a> (2007, nih.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The topic of running has been a controversial one for many years. Some say it is the best thing you can do for your health and others say it will kill you.\u00a0The truth, as with most things, lies somewhere in between these two extremes. Running does have some very definite benefits, but some drawbacks need [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":31104,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[61],"tags":[],"coauthors":[125],"class_list":["post-31098","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cardio-workouts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Running 6 Miles A Day: Is It A Good Idea? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Is running 6 miles a day good for you? 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Here&#039;s what you need to know about building up your endurance, reducing injury risk, and more.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"BetterMe Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:author\" content=\"#\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/shutterstock_286453052.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"667\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Eve Chalicha\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Eve Chalicha\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"12 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"BetterMe\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/0e0ffb2af8c9d9d4a3c77bb84d00567c\"},\"headline\":\"Running 6 Miles A Day: Is It A Good Idea?\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/\"},\"wordCount\":2401,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-6-miles\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/shutterstock_286453052.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Cardio Workouts\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The topic of running has been a controversial one for many years. Some say it is the best thing you can do for your health and others say it will kill you.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The truth, as with most things, lies somewhere in between these two extremes. Running does have some very definite benefits, but some drawbacks need to be considered before deciding if this is something worth doing or not. Let\u2019s take a look at both sides of the equation and see what we come up with.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n&nbsp;\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Running 6 Miles A Day Can Do For You?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">There are several benefits of running six miles a day, including:<\/span>\\r\\n<h3><b>Weight Loss<\/b><\/h3>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">When it comes to <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-start-running-at-50\/\\\">losing weight<\/a>, nothing gets results as exercise does. And when you use the right activities (such as running) in your program, there is no end to how much weight you can lose or how quickly you can do it.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">People have reported losing more than several pounds over several months through running alone. This is not an unrealistic goal by any means and something that almost anyone who really wants to lose weight can accomplish with enough effort and dedication on their part.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Running helps you lose weight by burning calories. To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you take in daily. 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