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Some doctors say that these kinds of people are not suitable for long-distance running
In today's society, long-distance running is becoming more and more popular, not only for exercising, improving cardiorespiratory fitness, but also helping to release stress and improve mental health.
However, as TCM emphasises that "it varies from person to person", not everyone is suitable for long-distance running. Before deciding to participate in long-distance running, it is important to understand your physical condition and the potential risks that long-distance running may bring.
First, let's talk about the age factor. As we age, the body's physiology declines, and degenerative changes in bones, joints, and muscles may affect exercise ability. Therefore, for middle-aged and elderly people, long-distance running may not be suitable. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, "the liver is the main tendon, the kidney is the main bone", the liver and kidney are insufficient, the muscles and bones are not nourished, and excessive exercise is easy to cause injury. Of course, this does not mean that middle-aged and elderly people are completely unable to do physical exercise, and low-intensity exercises such as Tai Chi and Baduanjin are more suitable for them.
Secondly, obese people should also carefully consider whether to participate in long-distance running. Obesity not only affects the body's flexibility and endurance, but it can also increase the stress on the joints and increase the risk of sports injuries.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that obesity is mostly related to phlegm and dampness, and the spleen and stomach function of this group of people is relatively weak, and they are not suitable for high-intensity exercise. They can choose more gentle forms of exercise, such as walking, swimming, etc.
In addition, people with chronic medical conditions should also avoid long-distance running. Patients with chronic diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc., need to be especially cautious when exercising. TCM emphasizes "people-oriented", and it is more important for these patients to maintain proper rest and recuperation. If necessary, moderate exercise should be done under the guidance of a medical professional.
Finally, it is worth noting that although most women do not experience significant discomfort during menstruation, some women still experience symptoms such as menstrual cramps and excessive menstrual bleeding. Strenuous exercise, such as long-distance running, may worsen the discomfort at this time.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "if you don't get through, it will be painful", and dysmenorrhea is mostly related to poor qi and blood, so you should avoid strenuous exercise at this time, and choose gentle and soothing exercise is more appropriate.
In summary, although long-distance running is a healthy form of exercise for most people, it is still necessary to choose whether it is suitable for participation according to the individual's physical condition. For people who are not suitable for long-distance running, TCM advocates "regulating qi and blood, balancing yin and yang", and achieving the effect of exercising the body and mind by adjusting diet, work and rest, and appropriate exercise. When choosing an exercise method, you should follow the principle of "individual differences", choose a low-intensity exercise method that is suitable for you, and avoid injuries caused by excessive exercise.
In addition, TCM also emphasizes the concept of "prevention first". For those who are suitable for long-distance running, they should also pay attention to proper warm-up activities before exercise, wear appropriate sports equipment, and maintain appropriate exercise intensity and frequency to reduce the risk of sports injuries. At the same time, regular physical examinations and physical examinations are also important means to prevent sports injuries.
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