Running is a wonderful sport to get involved in, for many reasons. When done properly, it carries with it a load of benefits that can last you a lifetime.
- You can do it anywhere!
All you need are proper shoes (if even that!) and you’re ready to go. If you’re on vacation, or a business trip, you can run! It’s easier to stick to an exercise regime if it is easily accessible. - You can meet new people through running groups or clubs,
or on the flip side… - You can spend more time alone!
Running can get you out in nature alone, for some good quality “me-time.” - Accomplishing goals is a great sense of achievement.
Have you always wanted to run a marathon? Run for a charity cause? Or just get around the block? Slip on those minimal shoes (or don’t even worry about the shoes if you have a history in barefoot running 🙂 ) and start going for it! - Exercise increases your life span,
and running will help you to lead a long and healthy life. - Running will help you stay fit.
It’s a big calorie burner, so if you want to be in your healthiest shape, run! - Running releases endorphins, or feel-good hormones.
This is guaranteed to boost your mood and put a smile on your face. - Running and any kind of movement is the key to preventing cognitive decline.
It’s the best thing you can do to keep a sharp, well-functioning mind. - Exercise will help increase sleep quality.
In a national survey conducted in 2013, even just adding ten minutes of movement to your day will help you to sleep better at night. - A run will give you a boost of energy to carry you through the rest of your day.
Some people think running drains you, but it’s just the opposite. It will re-energize you. - Running is a natural way to keep blood pressure and cholesterol levels low.
- The endorphins that give you a mental boost will also help to relax you,
as running is an efficient way to relieve stress. - Physical activity has been linked to reducing the risk to certain types of cancers.
- Getting quality time outdoors, in nature, is priceless.
It will keep you calm, happy and energized! - When traveling, have you ever thought of run sightseeing?
You get to see way more in one day 🙂 - Running will keep your joints and bones healthy!
Contrary to popular belief, running does not cause arthritis. Weight bearing exercises actually increase bone density and slows bone loss. - Exercise boosts the immune system!
Go for a run, and you might just stave off that flu that everyone is battling.