RUNNING is fountain of youth. Hitting the roads improves health and well-being. I started running about 4 years ago to lose weight and stay fit, originally starting in the gym on a treadmill. I lost a significant amount of weight through exercise and diet. I was getting tired of the elliptical trainer as my cardio workout, so I tried jogging on the treadmill in the gym and then progressed to running outdoors.
Running has taught me I am capable of more than I ever thought possible. I did not think I could run non-stop for 15 minutes, let alone almost five hours. It has given me a new attitude towards my fitness. People who run more than 35 miles a week are 54 percent less likely to suffer age-related vision loss than those who cover 10 miles a week.
Men who burn at least 3,000 calories per week is equal to about five hours of running. Running strengthens bones better than other aerobic activities. Studies has shown how running helps you in thinking fast and stay sharp.
RUN TO LIVE LONGER
A review of 22 studies found that people who work out 2.5 hours a week are 19 percent less likely to die prematurely than those who don't exercise. A separate study found that active people have a 50 percent lower risk of premature death.