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Originally Posted by SomeStupidGuy  I use to run everyday for about an hour, then I stopped do to life and what not. I have started hearing this rumor that running is bad for your joints these days, but I don't have any real proof of that. Has anyone come across any articles/studies that proved this? If this turns out to be true I think I might pick up swimming or something. |
Running is great for you. As others have said, dont push it your first few months as you need to build up those tendons/muscles or you will end up injured.
Also, running on soft places is better on the joints and will reduce cartilage destruction. Therefore run on a track, ground, treadmill, elliptical, biking and avoid pavement.
Not sure where Ben heard running on a treadmill is bad, but its much easier on the knees than pavement. There is a reason why all physical trainers use them...research shows they much better on the knees compared to pavement.
ALSO MAKE SURE YOU GET A GOOD PAIR OF RUNNING SHOES. Go to a store that specialized in sporting shoes, have them watch you run or walk, and then let them recommend a shoe. If they do not do this, do not just buy a shoe. The wrong shoe can hurt you a lot and set you back.