Why can dogs keep on running relentlessly without any training while a human has to train for marathon?

Question

i sure would like to isolate that endurance gene of a dog and insert it in me

Answer 1

Dogs can't run endlessly unless they, like humans, train and condition for it.

While they can run longer than an average human, just look into the Iditarod for how long mushers work have to with their dogs for them to be able to run endlessly for days on end.

Answer 2

How do you train for a marathon? I'll give you the steps to do so. I have run two, and I've done half-marathons and other road races as well. 1. Time. The biggest thing you need to worry about is time. It takes a lot of time to train for a marathon. The program is usually 16-20 weeks and you'll be spending at least four days on the road every week. Towards the end, you'll be dedicating entire days to prepping for a run, running, and taking care of your body afterward. If you're not fully invested in dedicating your life to training for a few months, don't try it. 2. Educate yourself. Go to a library or a book store and start reading about marathon running. There are 100s of books for beginner marathon runners. Pick one, read it front-to-back, and plan from there. 3. Discipline. You have to run. If you start slipping and skip runs, you'll only encourage injury, failure, and disappointment. Few people have run marathons because it's so difficult. It's tough training, it will challenge your body, your mind, and your spirit. But crossing the line and joining the small brother/sisterhood of those who've run a marathon is a wonderful feeling. I got a little 'emotional' after my first marathon.

Answer 3

because this is what animals do. we are human. we arn't ment to run such long distances. so practice makes perfect.