I run alot. I know it's not the best on your joints. I know it's a really good cardio but I really worry about my joints and things in the long run (haha, no pun intended). I have very good running shoes and I only wear them to run. I do the elliptical every now and then but I just love to run. So, my question is should I try to cut down on running and resort to a different cardio that isn't so bad on my joints or will I be fine?
2007-01-04 12:11:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Thanks so much guys!! I went to choose a best answer and they were all so good I couldn't choose!!
2007-01-04 12:55:50 · update #1
I think that Abby's pretty much on the mark.
I've been running for the past ten years, after a break from the 1980's, and the only thing I could recommend in addition to investing in some seriously good running shoes, is to:
Monitor where you run (Trail? Asphalt? Sidewalks? Synthetic Track/Running Surface [..DROOL ...] ?)
Remember to stretch regularly (those tendon/ligament/aging issues)
Monitor your body (Overtraining is never a good idea. Change up your routine, if the joints stay sore for more than a couple of runs.).
Good Luck!
2007-01-04 12:28:16 · answer #1 · answered by chuck U 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you keep good shoes and pay attention to your body you will be fine. when it says slow down then do so or cross train. I've been running for 25 years and no problems yet. some people have joint and knee problems and some don't. I think it's in the shoes. As long as it doesn't hurt keep running. there are people that run well in to their 80s and 90s
2007-01-04 12:17:02 · answer #2 · answered by Abby 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i always made it a general rule for me to buy good shoes when i see that a good chunk of the heel of my shoe is worn off. i think that taking up long distance running is the best thing i ever took up. i feel great physically and emotionally and i wouldnt trade it for any other cardio. in my short run i started having knee problems the first year i started running, but after i recovered from it, it never came back.
2007-01-04 12:39:55 · answer #3 · answered by Artsy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
distance running is a relatively new sport and there isn't much data on the long term effects because of that.
one thing that I have noticed is that the average distance runner that I see looks a lot older than they are. the human body is not designed to run for long distances I think our energy systems are proof positive of that..
2007-01-04 12:19:52 · answer #4 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
running is a good exercise and your lungs become strong like you've said i think its not bad to joints unless you don't take calcium (lol) but don't run too much for one day maybe 30 mins. to 1hr is enough .
2007-01-04 12:27:12 · answer #5 · answered by majo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So long as u run on soft ground or use good cushioned shoes, it is ok.
2007-01-04 12:25:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-23 04:13:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋