Chandi Schwab
Many of you know I am passionate about running. Especially as a mom it is my time to release any stress and to think about anything and everything. I didn't use to be a long distance runner, I actually was a sprinter but I have trained myself to love the longer distances as well. I actually just signed up for my first Half Marathon and hope to be able to do a marathon someday. Here are five reasons why running is good for you...
1. Good for Your Heart- Running is a cardio exercise, that means that it increases the rate at which your heart is required to pump blood to the rest of your body. This is actually very healthy for your body because it lowers the amount of work required by your heart while you’re not exercising.
2. Good for Your Appearance- Cardio exercise is a great way to lose weight because it causes you to work yourself and sweat. If you’re running against a rough terrain like a hill or an inclined curve you will reap even more results. In addition to losing weight running can help to define the muscles in your legs.
3. Good for Your Mind- Running is great for you psychologically, especially if you set a goal and reach it. If you create a goal to lose 10 pounds by running and you stick with and do lose those 10 pounds, you will feel like you’re on top of the world. It is also a great stress reliever and great way to have time for yourself and enjoy the scenery.
4. Good for Your Endurance- Like all cardio exercises, running is great for your long term endurance. The more you practice and run the longer you will be able to run in the future. This may not be important for those wishing to lose weight, but it’s very important for sports players and people who just want to feel in shape.
5. Good way to have fun!- Perhaps the most important reason to run of all is for fun. Why do an exercise that you don't enjoy? If you’re not enjoying your daily run there are many ways you can make it more enjoyable. Try listening to music or changing your path so that you can enjoy a different scenery every time you go for a run.
Running seems like it’s just a hassle for very little reward at first glance, but it can be so much more if you give it a chance. The most important thing to do is try it(for at least 3 weeks) before you judge. So what are you waiting for? Go outside right now and see if running is good for you! Spring is here... and it is perfect timing!
2. Good for Your Appearance- Cardio exercise is a great way to lose weight because it causes you to work yourself and sweat. If you’re running against a rough terrain like a hill or an inclined curve you will reap even more results. In addition to losing weight running can help to define the muscles in your legs.
3. Good for Your Mind- Running is great for you psychologically, especially if you set a goal and reach it. If you create a goal to lose 10 pounds by running and you stick with and do lose those 10 pounds, you will feel like you’re on top of the world. It is also a great stress reliever and great way to have time for yourself and enjoy the scenery.
4. Good for Your Endurance- Like all cardio exercises, running is great for your long term endurance. The more you practice and run the longer you will be able to run in the future. This may not be important for those wishing to lose weight, but it’s very important for sports players and people who just want to feel in shape.
5. Good way to have fun!- Perhaps the most important reason to run of all is for fun. Why do an exercise that you don't enjoy? If you’re not enjoying your daily run there are many ways you can make it more enjoyable. Try listening to music or changing your path so that you can enjoy a different scenery every time you go for a run.
Running seems like it’s just a hassle for very little reward at first glance, but it can be so much more if you give it a chance. The most important thing to do is try it(for at least 3 weeks) before you judge. So what are you waiting for? Go outside right now and see if running is good for you! Spring is here... and it is perfect timing!
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