Question 1

do running reduces weight?

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Losing weight: To lose weight, get ur resting metabolism rate done(weight loss centers do this). This determines the total number of calories you need to lose 1-2lbs/week. Decreasing 500cal/day will give you a 1lb wt loss in 1wk; drink water (1/2 your body weight), eat small meals about 150-200cal 2-4x/(depending on your metabolism rate) and 500cal/meal at night: lean protein/veggies; avoid carbs, .

Question 2

should i still be running at 50+ ?

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WHY NOT?: If you are healthy, not obese, no arthritis, then go ahead!
particularly, if this activity is enjoyable to you. If you are forcing yourself to do it and it is becoming a chore, just walk fast...

Question 3

how can i improve running stamina?

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: You improve running stamina by running more often and pushing what you can do. By doing repeated sprints up a hill as part of training and running slightly faster than you usually do, this can help train you. Also, running farther than you usually do will train stamina. Books on how to train for a marathon are very informative about training even if no marathon goal.

Question 4

what are the benefits of running ?

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Running: Multiple studies show many benefits from regular running, especially greater fitness, lower all-cause mortality, less heart disease, less stroke, less obesity, less diabetes, even less cancer &amp; stronger bones. Better yet, running improves mood. Check out http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/health-benefits-of-running &amp; http://www.runnersworld.com/start-running/6-ways-running-improves-your-health

Question 5

what can you do instead of running?

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Swimming: Swimming is an almost ideal form of exercise as it is good for the cardiovascular system and will not stress the joints the way running does.  You can also do gym elipticals and bicycles as an alternative.

Question 6

is running safe with a ths of 6.46?

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Yes: Running is fine as long as you are feeling well.  Please see a physician to get the high TSH evaluated and treated.

Question 7

how can you avoid running injuries?

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Added the 3 E's: Most running injuries occur due to 3 factors: equipment, environment, and error in training. First make sure you have an appropriate running shoe (equipment). Replace shoes after 400 miles. Watch your training surface (environment). Running on slanted surface, concrete, or track can increase risk of injury. Finally, error in training is the biggest factor. Do not increase mileage &gt;10% per week.

Question 8

jowls caused by running, what to do?

Accepted Answer

: Jowls are not caused by running. They are caused by a combination of ageing and sagging skin with fat as well. So, keep up the running, it is good for you. Treatment of jowls is by dermal filler injections as well as treatment to promote new collagen in the skin.

Question 9

i have running injury, how to recover?

Accepted Answer

: You do not say what your running injury affected - feet, ankles, calves, knees, thighs, hips, buttocks are back ??? All can be affected by running. However, all can benefit from exercising in a pool for recovery. Buy some ankle weights and try walking then progress to running in a pool. It is quite hard to do and gives a great workout that does not cause more injury.

Question 10

how much time should one go running for?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 minutes.: Apparently your heart has to be at an appropriately elevated rate for at least 20 minutes to gain cardiovascular benefit. Give yourself a few minutes of running to get your heart rate up to that level, then twenty minutes at least from there.

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