Running is not always about the fastest time
10k Monday morning run... today's aim was to run at a pace that was enjoyable. I also had time to take in the beautiful sunrise over the fields - what a contrast to last week! Progressive overload is a key…
Moderate exercise lowers risk of death by around 19 to 25%
A recent comprehensive long term study* concluded that "meeting the long-term leisure-time moderate physical activity guideline (150–299 minutes per week) was associated with lower mortality: 19% to 25% lower risk of all-cause, cardiovascular disease (CVD**) and non-CVD mortality." In other…
Regular Monday run…
8am 10k run this morning. I don't do this for calorie burning or losing weight - there are far more effective forms of exercise to lose weight than "cardio". They also lead to sustained weight loss and for many, are…