The Benefits of Running

Are you in search of a new healthy hobby this year? Running is an excellent option, and the good news is you can run all year-round! The best part is this popular form of exercise requires little to no equipment. You only need to invest in a reliable pair of tennis shoes to get started.

Running is one of the best forms of cardio. From improving your health to reducing stress, running is good for the mind, body and soul.

With that, running is known to have lasting benefits to your overall health, including your physical and mental health. Read more to find out.

Benefits of running:

• Improves cardiovascular strength

• Builds muscular strength

• Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels

• Lowers risk of osteoporosis

• Improves symptoms of depression and anxiety

• Lowers your resting heart rate

• Releases endorphins to help with stress or pain

• Leads to better sleep

• Lowers odds of back and knee problems

• Lowers risk of acute respiratory infections

The CDC recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of high-intensity aerobic activity per week to maintain your health.

Be aware that running isn’t as simple as just hitting the pavement. It’s a high-impact exercise, so be mindful to work your way up to longer distances. Start with walking if you need to, and make sure you don’t overdo it.

Remember to talk with your Blue Primary Care Network Provider about your exercise goals before beginning to run.

Check our website at www.letsgowalkinms.com where you can find any upcoming walks and runs all throughout the state!

Let’s get to running, Mississippi!

Sources:

Harvard Health

WebMD

Science Direct