Why go Running?

• Helps in Losing Weight
  The usual reason why one takes up Running as a sport is because he or she wants to lose weight. Indeed, running can help you burn all those excess calories that is stored in your body whenever you eat a heavy meal. Just remember one of the basic rules of losing weight: burn more calories than you take in. So don't starve yourself to death. Instead, slip into that Running Shoes of yours and go running.


• Improves Mood
  While losing weight can make you feel good about yourself, numerous studies have proven that Running can also improve your mood and even treat mild to moderate depression. Some medical experts attribute this to the “feel good” chemicals called endorphins which are the body’s natural painkiller. These chemicals are the major cause of the so-called “runner’s high”, which is the calm state of mind that you have after undergoing a strenuous physical activity like Running. Therefore, Running does not only make you feel good about yourself but can also improve your entire mood.


• Slows Down the Aging Process
  It is widely-known now that if you want to stay young, you have to keep yourself active. So if you want to stay young and slow down the aging process, why not take up Running? This becomes especially important as you get older. It is the point of your life where you become less active. Your metabolic rate slows down and your bones start to weaken. But when you get into Running, you do not only lose weight but you likewise prevent yourself from gaining it again since Running can help raise your metabolic rate. Aside from that, Running strengthens your cardiovascular system just like any vigorous physical activity. It also increases your bone mass which actually strengthens your bones and prevents fractures from forming in areas where you are most likely to have them. This is especially important for women in the prevention of osteoporosis, a condition which they are most prone to having.


• Meet new people.
  Running as a sport has millions of fans worldwide that it cannot be that hard to find somebody who shares your interest in it. At first, you can just start out with a Running partner who is at least at the same level as you are. You could motivate each other and converse while running. While it can sometimes be good to be alone when running, it is also good to have someone to talk to and share common experiences with.

As you progress, you might want to consider joining a Running club. There are many Running clubs out there and you can search the internet to find one around your area. Running clubs are even bigger support systems. You may choose to join a team for the causes that they advocate such as those who organize Marathon Running. The thing is that there will always be a team that can cater to your interests. It’s just a matter of looking for one.