Running: What are the real health benefits according to science?
Similarly, resting heart rate decreased by 6.7 bpm and triglycerides by 16.9 mg/dl. That's not all: running significantly increased maximal oxygen consumption, VO2max, by 7.1 ml/min and HDL cholesterol – the good stuff – by 3.3 mg/dl. It's worth noting that the most significant changes were found among runners with the longest training duration: around 15 km per week, spread over several sessions.
Life expectancy, depression…
When practiced regularly, this physical and sporting activity also has a significant impact on longevity. Studies have reported a 25% to 40% reduced risk of premature mortality compared to non-runners. And an increase in life expectancy estimated at around 3 years.
Another illustration: a study conducted in 2020 by Bosnian doctors confirms the psychological benefits of running. So much so that they equate it with "a therapeutic tool against depression, anxiety, hypertension, mood swings, low self-esteem, etc." And to conclude: "there is still no recipe or dosage for running, particularly in the field of preventing physical illnesses. There is still much to research and discover in this area." In the meantime, let's get our running shoes on!
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