Running a lot, maybe you lose your health?These 4 types of people advise you not to run

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-01-31

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Running a lot, maybe you lose your health?These 4 types of people advise you not to run

Running is a simple, healthy and beneficial aerobic exercise that can help us improve our cardiopulmonary fitness, strengthen our physical fitness, and improve our physical fitness

reduce stress, etc. However, for certain groups of people, running may not be right for them. This article will focus on the following four groups of people, why they may not be suitable for running, and how to exercise in a reasonable way.

1. People who are overweight.

When people who are overweight run, they will put too much pressure on the knee joints, ankle joints, etc., which can easily lead to joint damage. In addition, people who are overweight are also more likely to have problems such as asthma and fatigue during running, which is not conducive to physical health. For people who are overweight, try other low-impact exercises, such as brisk walking and swimming, and then try running gradually after losing weight.

2. People with chronic diseases.

People with chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc., are also not suitable for running. Running may worsen the condition and even trigger an acute event. For this kind of people, it is recommended to exercise under the guidance of a doctor and choose an exercise method that suits you, such as yoga and tai chi.

3. People with osteoporosis.

People with osteoporosis have fragile bones and are prone to fractures. Running, especially when the road surface is uneven or the sports field is hard, can easily lead to fractures of the foot, waist or hip. For people with osteoporosis, it is recommended to choose low-impact sports, such as jogging, cycling, etc., and pay attention to calcium and vitamin D supplementation.

Fourth, people with joint inflammation.

People with joint inflammation, such as arthritis, gout, etc., are also not suitable for running. Running can worsen joint inflammation, leading to worsening symptoms such as joint pain and swelling. For such people, it is recommended to choose exercises that are less burdensome on the joints, such as yoga and tai chi, or exercise in water to reduce the burden on the joints.

In short, when choosing an exercise method, we need to make a reasonable choice according to our physical condition. If you belong to one of these four groups, you may not be suitable for running.

However, that doesn't mean you can't do any exercise, choosing an exercise that works for you and getting the right amount of exercise is an important way to maintain your health. When choosing other exercise methods, you also need to pay attention to the intensity and frequency of exercise to avoid injuries caused by excessive exercise. At the same time, it is advisable to consult a doctor or professional before doing any exercise to ensure that your physical condition is suitable for the exercise.

In addition to the above four groups, there are also some people who are not suitable for running. For example, people with severe respiratory diseases, people with severe cardiovascular diseases, etc. For these people, choosing the right way to exercise and exercising in moderation is an important way to maintain health. When choosing other exercise methods, you also need to pay attention to the intensity and frequency of exercise to avoid injuries caused by excessive exercise. At the same time, it is advisable to consult a doctor or professional before doing any exercise to ensure that your physical condition is suitable for the exercise.

Finally, it should be emphasized that TCM emphasizes "curing diseases before they occur", that is, prevention first.

Thank you for taking the time to read our article. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. I wish you all the best!

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