What are some bad side effects of running everyday?!
Question: i am determined to start running a mile a day..well...more like jogging but ultimately running..i am concerned with something i heard though..that "my legs will catch up with me" when i am older and that i am causing damage to my legs.
what does this mean? is it true?
Answers: i am determined to start running a mile a day..well...more like jogging but ultimately running..i am concerned with something i heard though..that "my legs will catch up with me" when i am older and that i am causing damage to my legs.
what does this mean? is it true?
What running experience do you have? If you've never ran/jogged a mile (without stopping, walking, etc), then you need to train yourself to run a mile. Are you already in decent shape? This matters because jumping to quickly or too much into exercise might be harmful, so you might need to consult a doctor first. This especially applies to any cardiovascular conditions.
And like any training program, you could develop a serious injury if you rush too fast. And besides, you'll feel the pains of beginner's soreness the next day, especially if you work very hard. First, you'll need to get proper footwear. Many people who try to run end up injuring their feet, or at best, running in pain, because their footwear are not proper. Go to a shoe store that sells running shoes and ask what type of shoe you need. People's feet often rotate inward or outward as they run and you need a shoe to compensate for that, otherwise your foot will suffer painfully and you'll end up getting a lot of shock through your legs, hips, and back, which will result in more pain or even an injury. Be prepared to spend $70-100 for a decent pair of running shoes and they should last you for several hundred miles or so if you take care of them and only use them for running. If you plan on running for as long as you say, they'll be a good investment.
When you do start running, you should consider running a fraction of a mile and running at the most often every other day. Your body needs time to rest and rebuild after any work out. Even professional athletes who train every day know the value of getting good rest. They've worked themselves gradually and properly into the tough pattern of every-day workouts. I've trained for the Chicago Marathon and I never ran two days back-to-back.
So before you actually run, discern a course/route to run. This is possible using local Yellow Pages maps or you can drive the desired route. The reason being is so that you can determine how *far* you'll run. Maps have keys to distances and cars have odometers. Your body won't know the difference between a tenth of a mile here or there, so even just an approximate will be good. I also recommend running in a circuit of some kind so you can make it back.
Most people require 20 mins or less to run a mile, so you don't need to devote much time. HOWEVER, do not run within two hours after eating AND do not eat within two hours before you run. Once you eat, you need to wait before you run, otherwise the results could be bad. The one time that I violated this rule, I ate two bowls of chicken briyani (I was hungry!) and I went running only after an hour. Within one mile of leaving, my body stole away the blood from my digestive track to feed my muscles and I encountered an incredible nausea. My stomache expelled the food and my whole esophagus, throat, and mouth were burning (unbelievably!!!) from the food's spiciness as well as from the stomache acid. I couldn't continue running, much less walking. I was in pain all over. I know this is rather graphic, but don't let this happen to you.
I don't know who said 'your legs will catch up w/ you', probably a non-runner. If you take care of your body when you train, especially by letting injuries heal, it will prolong your body and your life.
I hope you enjoy running as much as I do. This was probably more than you were hoping for, but there are too many sedintary people and I'm glad you're willing to start running. Good luck and run safely!
Everyone that has been a runner eventually has to have knee replacement. to much stress on the joints.
there is nothing bad that will come of running its good for you. and it will give leg muscel so your legs will be better for a longer time
No, running a mile a day is fine and will not result in damage when you are older. In fact, it will likely keep you healthier longer.
The only side effect I can think of is runner's diarrhea.
LOL
thats the opposite thing about whats going to happen
the more you exersice your bones the more your deinsity goes up decreacing to eliminating the chances of osteoperosis!!!
It will work wonders youll be 20 pounds lighter by this time next month or more!!!
Good luck and stick to it through rain or shine!
-chiristina
THe impact of running can damage the cartilage in your knees and give you shin splints and other lower leg injuries. The heavier you are, the more stress is put on your lower extremities. Running on an Eliptical machine is not as cardiovascularly challenging but it will reduce the strain on the legs.
well if you run, do it on a treadmill if you run on pavement it's extremely bad for your knees. but if you run on something soft or grass maybe on a track, you should ask your doctor what's safe to do.
I wouldn't run everyday..try taking atleast one day a week off in the middle of the week. That would be better for you.