Running is one of the oldest, and most popular ways to lose weight. When someone thinks of exercises to lose weight, it is often one of the first that springs to mind. To look at your average marathon runner, you’d have to say to works, too. After all, most dedicated runners are nothing if not pretty darn skinny. Based on examples such as the marathon runner, one would conclude that running is a pretty effective way to lose weight. Effective as though it may be, there are many ways to lose weight, and running is only one of them. Should you use it as one of the tools in your weight loss toolbox?
One of the problems with running is that it can be hard on your knees. You should check with your doctor about your joints and cardio vascular system before you begin a running program, just to be sure you don’t have any medical problems that would make running a bad idea for you. This is especially true if you’re more than just a few pounds overweight. Clinically obese people can experience a tremendous load on their hips, knees, and ankles, especially running on hard surfaces, such as paved roads.
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Originally posted 2011-11-20 23:06:54. Republished by Blog Post Promoter