A gentleman came into the store the other day intent on getting some shoes to re-start his running after a few years off. While he was an avid runner in high school, he dropped the sport because “I don’t want to end up crippled with arthritis!” However he has since picked it up again as he found it to be the easiest, most convienent and enjoyable way to fit in exercise everyday. Not to mention a lot more satisfying that cranking away on a stationary machine.
It seems like you hear about a lot of folks giving up running out of fear of eventually just becoming all but decrepit, but you can lay those fears to rest! Research has shown that people who run are no more likely to develop arthritis than those who don’t. After scouring through a bunch of articles covering the subject, here is the shortest and sweetest one:
So while those first few steps out the door everyday may have you believing that you’re on your way to an early retirement in the nursing home, fear not. Take care of yourself, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and you’ll be good for the long haul and for miles to come.
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