Dr. Zac Turner Explores Running Club, known as the New

question: Hi Dr. Zach, everyone has been saying that running clubs are the new dating app (note that I don’t have any luck), but I’m wondering if running is really as good as everyone says.

My roommate actually got into the run last year and is now training for their first half marathon. When I climbed out of bed on Saturday morning, they had already walked 10 kilometers, which made me feel lazy – but I just couldn’t think of the idea of ​​enjoying the running.

Please let me know, it’s not actually as good as my roommate, so I don’t have to end up being tied up – Sam, 26, Glenelg, SA

answer: Dear Sam, I hear you.

Some people are just built for running – bounce off the bed at sunrise, raise $300 shoes, and smile in a 10km jog.

Others (like me, honestly, many of us) would rather have a snooze and wonder if watching people run on TV is exercise.

So, running is actually as good as a roommate, or is it just brainwashed by your own endorphins?

OK, I have good news and bad news.

Good news? You are not lazy.

Bad news? When done right, running is actually incredible for your body and brain.

My heart says yes, my knee says maybe

Running is like an annoying friend.

It can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen bones, torches calories, clear the head, which is kicker and can even help you for longer.

Yes, even some running (such as five to 10 minutes a day) are associated with longer lifespan and lower risk of heart disease.

You don’t even have to be fast. Just the pace of “no one is chasing me, but I’m still jogging”.

But – it’s a big one, but – too much running may have disadvantages.

If you overuse or perform poorly, your knees, ankles and hips will be hit.

While your heart loves good running, pushing hard for too long without proper recovery can lead to overtraining syndrome (it’s funny, and in fact, you’ll feel like a burnt zombie). Personally, I run alternately on grass and/or sand to prevent most of the stress and the stress that affects the sidewalk.

Also, I found that some rowing or cycling is also a great way to spread exercise and play the field.

Running: Original Emotion Booster

After a Saturday morning run, your roommate seems suspiciously happy, but there is science behind it.

Running releases endorphins and strengthens serotonin and dopamine – basically nature’s happy medicine.

This has been shown to relieve stress, anxiety and depression, which explains why runners always try to recruit more people to their clubs.

That being said, too much running can backfire, making you irritated, exhausted and prone to injury.

If your new “running lifestyle” will get you snap up baristas to make coffee orders a little wrong, it may be time to dial it.

“Run club = dating application” theory

OK, this is very interesting.

Running clubs are called the new tinder, and honestly, that makes sense.

You are meeting new people, connecting with shared pain and everyone wearing sportswear, which frees you from the awkward decision to go to the first date wardrobe.

It’s also a natural way of connecting – no ghosts, no BIOS that swept through someone’s only personality trait is “Love the Gym and Encryption”.

If nothing else, at least you can walk away with a good workout.

Final judgment: Should you run?

If you are curious, please give it a try.

Starting from childhood – maybe a leisure 3km with friends or a local park.

What if you like it? Great. If not? That’s OK – there are many ways to stay healthy without sacrificing your Saturday morning for the running gods.

As for your roommates, give them the glory of a half marathon.

You can support them in the best way – by holding coffee in your hands, it looks great.

Exercise like flirting, nothing changes like changing things.

Try adding some other activities, from rock climbing to fences…Who knows where you might find the next romance.

Is there any problem? Email askdrzac@conciergedoctors.com.au

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