Six Reasons To Start Running
We all know exercise is good for us, but there are so many different ways to get exercise. I’m a big believer in keeping it simple. The fewer accessories needed,…
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Brett Hemmings/Getty ImagesWe all know exercise is good for us, but there are so many different ways to get exercise. I'm a big believer in keeping it simple. The fewer accessories needed, the better.
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Perhaps the simplest ways to work out is by running. Left, right, left, right. Just make sure it's faster than walking. And all you really need are some sneakers and shorts. Plus, research shows that the simple act of running holds many benefits for both body and mind. According to Men's Health, runners may live anywhere from three to six years longer than non-runners.
Here are six reasons to lace 'em up and start running:
1. Slow down the aging process
2. Lower your chance of developing or dying of cancer
3. Sharpen your brain
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4. Lower your risk of diabetes
5. Strengthen your cardiovascular system
6. Do it for your joints
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