As mentioned before, running even just a mile day can have tremendous positive effects like better health, weight loss, more energy and self-esteem. One study shows that running even just 5 to 10 minutes a day can have significant overall health benefits. Runners had a 30% decrease in death from all causes and a 45 percent lower risk of death from heart disease or stroke. And runners on average lived three years longer compared to non-runners (and other studies show all kinds of positive benefits- see list below).
And there are even monetary benefits. Because of recent research showing that people who can run a sub 8 minute mile have much less health problems, some insurance companies are actually lowering their rates for those who can run a mile under 8 minutes.
And there are even monetary benefits. Because of recent research showing that people who can run a sub 8 minute mile have much less health problems, some insurance companies are actually lowering their rates for those who can run a mile under 8 minutes.
List of Health Benefits
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NOTE: The mile distance has a special place in the hearts of the people in America and England. Although America began testing kilometers in place of miles on our highways in the 1970's it was met with great resistance and was not continued. We still continue using the mile for distance measurements. Of all the running events, except maybe the 100 meters dash and the marathon, the mile probably holds the most interest, and most Americans are familiar with it. Also, many Americans remember having run a mile in school and may even remember there personal best time. And of all the races we may have ran, the mile is probably the best indicator of how good of shape we are actually in. So start your "mile challenge" today (go run your mile now).
