There is no physical activity that has no disadvantages. Let's consider the main disadvantages of running.
Knee joints
Probably everyone knows that running negatively affects the knee joints. Ligament injuries in the patella area are one of the most common injuries in runners.
Moreover, such problems are pursued as newbiesand professionals. But at the same time, there are a number of measures that, if they do not exclude the possibility of pain in the knee area, will reduce this probability to a minimum:
1. Good shock-absorbing shoes. Without proper cushioning, each step of a runner is more like the steps of a mermaid from the fairy tale of the same name. If you run in sneakers, and even on asphalt, then the load on the knee joints becomes very large. Therefore, for running, you need to purchase special shoes with shock-absorbing, or at least soft and with the correct protector soles.
2. It is advisable to run on a soft surface... For example, on the ground, or, ideally, on the physical floor. But not everyone has such an opportunity, so most often you have to run on tiles or asphalt.
3. Correct foot placement while running will help minimize stress on the knees.
4. Slimming. The more your weight, the more pressure you put on your knees as you run. And even with the right shoes and running on the physical floor, with a lot of excess weight, you have a great chance to overextend your knee joints. If you are trying to lose weight by jogging, then carefully monitor your legs and be sure to follow the first and third points.
Running doesn't train your arms
Unfortunately, running by itself practically does not train the arms. And if running on short distances it is necessary be able to work quickly with your hands, so they have to be trained additionally. But in long-distance running, hands do not need to move quickly, so most often professional long-distance runners have very weak hands. Since it makes no sense for them to spend time and effort to train them.
The problem is solved very simply - in addition to running, additional practice on the horizontal bar or uneven bars. Well, or do exercises with a kettlebell. But the fact remains - hands are practically not trained in running.
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Runners are always thin
For some, this is a huge plus, but for others it is not. If, say, you want to look like Schwarzenegger, then running will have to be used only as a means of drying the body before performances. The very same running and nutrition for him means a thin, but sinewy body. If you have a lot of fat, then running will help you burn it. If you are swinging to become “big,” then running a lot is not worth it, as your muscles will gradually begin to deflate, changing their direction from volume to endurance.
Contraindications to running
Jogging should not be done with serious spinal problems. An important word is serious. For example, a herniated disc should set you up to not run for the time being.
If the problems are small, then running, on the contrary, will help strengthen the muscles of the back. Therefore, in this case, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
For other diseases, always consult with your doctor, whether or not you should run, because it all depends on the disease and its degree. In some cases, running will help get rid of a disease, say tachycardia, but in another case, for example, with severe hypertension, it can aggravate the condition.
Running is a great load for the body. But before you do it, think about whether it will do you more harm than good.
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