Running
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Running is a sport known to be good for your health, it not only helps your breathing and heartbeat but it is also good for you because it burns any spare calories. Running keeps you fit and active. Running makes you thirsty, so if you go for a run, do not forget to take water with you. And for every pound lost, drink one litre of liquid. Some people may hate running because it is hard and exhausting work.
[edit] Some benefits of running are
- Health -From wanting to lose weight to trying to fight disease and aging, there are lots of health benefits to running.
- Mental -Whether to help depression or find some time to think, there are large mental benefits to running as well.
- Running is also fun and you do not need special equipment to do it. When you run, your muscles, lungs, brain, heart and other organs get better and therefore you become more fit.
[edit] Ways to avoid injuries
Running injuries are quite common among runners. Many running injuries can be reduced through proper training, wearing of the correct gear and awareness of the running environment.
- Before going on a long run, do not forget to have a five-minute warm-up and some stretching exercises.
- It is better to run in the morning, to avoid heat tiredness. Do not run when pollution levels are high.
- Run in the shade if possible, wear sunglasses, apply sunscreen and try to avoid direct sunrays.
- Too much clothing can produce sweating, which causes the body to lose heat quickly. Dress in layers. Wear the correct footwear.
- When running in cold weather wear hat, gloves and clothing that covers your neck.
- Do not run at night, but if you do, wear reflective material. Do not wear jewellery while running.
- Run with a partner or let others know where you will be running, and stay in familiar places, away from traffic.
- Try running on a straight surface.