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Originally Posted by Geomance22
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even master level runners often have numerous hip, knee, and foot problems
swimming is superior in every way
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There's definitely risk and wear and tear involved. For those of us without ready access to safe water, biking is the next best thing.
But it's OK to run some I think to.
We evolved/designed to run. We killed our prey in our aboriginal roots by walking it to death and migrating on our legs.
Just because were efficient at it doesn't mean it's good to take it to an extreme. It just means that it's a useful part of what we are as a species. We are pretty good walkers/runners. Squatters, standers.
Were not so good at sitting. All the time. Which is equally bad or worse than running or walking some.
Queue the lower back pain I've experienced because of EQ and an office job. It's better now that I do proper stretches, yoga, run, walk.
Being obese also wreaks havoc with our knees and joints. A lot of inflammation problems the heavier we get too.
Life is about enduring the suffering of our bodies. It basically can't be avoided. We can only chose how to endure it and find ways to enjoy that journey. Simple straight forward pain avoidance doesn't work.