Favorite running myths
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You'll ruin your knees!
Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
You can't run two days in row without your knees exploding into fiery balls of light...
You CAN ruin your knees actually. Why do you think that one is a myth?
This also contains links inside from scientific studies... enjoy. :flowerforyou:
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Here is a question: I have heard that you burn the same amount of calories covering a given distance whether you walk, jog, run, or sprint it. I thought that sounded false. Thoughts?
I think I burn about the same whether I'm running 10 minute miles or 7 minute miles. I burn less walking than running.
work (a.k.a. energy) = force X distance
In the case of moving yourself, force = mass X gravity
Running/jogging/sprinting has an increased vertical component relative to walking that increases the "distance" variable in the equation, where the motion is almost purely horizontal. But the difference in vertical motion between sprinting vs. jogging is pretty minimal, so they have basically equivalent calorie burns. Note that speed doesn't even enter into the equation at all.
Sorry... my inner engineer felt the need to explain this. :blushing:0 -
I'm over 17,000 miles in and I've yet to ruin my knees
That does not mean it might not happen for somebody else though.
Is that why you think it is a myth, because your knees are fine?
ps I have been running since I was 13 years old, I am now 51. My knees are fine too. I do, however, know of somebody who had to have surgery on their knees due to their running. It was caused by running on roads and pavements and running through twinges and pain until in the end their knees were so mucked up they were useless. They saw a picture of their knees during surgery and swore that if they had known that running through knee pain would do that to them, they would have stopped at the first sign something was wrong.0 -
You'll ruin your knees!
Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
You can't run two days in row without your knees exploding into fiery balls of light...
You CAN ruin your knees actually. Why do you think that one is a myth?
Do you have any proof its not a myth?
Yes, see my previous post.
What the hell is it with these message boards nowadays!0 -
You'll ruin your knees!
Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
You can't run two days in row without your knees exploding into fiery balls of light...
You CAN ruin your knees actually. Why do you think that one is a myth?
Do you have any proof its not a myth?
Yes, see my previous post.
What the hell is it with these message boards nowadays!
So you can ask for proof but I can't ask if you have any?
See the scientific studies above not involving this one guy I knew once.0 -
You'll ruin your knees!
Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
You can't run two days in row without your knees exploding into fiery balls of light...
You CAN ruin your knees actually. Why do you think that one is a myth?
This also contains links inside from scientific studies... enjoy. :flowerforyou:
http://www.runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=16646
Everything is being put into tiny, neat boxes on here lately.
This says that so it must be true. This is a study, therefore it is true and holds fast....
What is good for one person, may not hold fast for another. Some people will have strong bones, others weak, therefore one exercise the strong person will be okay doing, may not necessarily be okay for the weaker person.
The only true myth is, that myths exist
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Running is strongly linked to death. Anyone who has run either dead, or will die someday.
But seriously, heel strikes just are bad for everything - knees, back, and I personally think it magnifies 'the trots'. I've been shortening my stride over the last month and my calves are sore, but I end my runs with way more energy than before. No 'trots' either.
My profile pic is me heel striking my way to a 1:28:48 half marathon. Not easy to change, especially when I'm running well.0 -
You'll ruin your knees!
Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
You can't run two days in row without your knees exploding into fiery balls of light...
You CAN ruin your knees actually. Why do you think that one is a myth?
Do you have any proof its not a myth?
Yes, see my previous post.
What the hell is it with these message boards nowadays!
So you can ask for proof but I can't ask if you have any?
See the scientific studies above not involving this one guy I knew once.
Sure you can ask
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I have nothing of value to add to this post, but... I did laugh out loud at a few of the comments... As well as the saying on someone's ticker that said... "that *kitten* ain't gonna run itself off"!!!0
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You'll ruin your knees!
Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
You can't run two days in row without your knees exploding into fiery balls of light...
You CAN ruin your knees actually. Why do you think that one is a myth?
This also contains links inside from scientific studies... enjoy. :flowerforyou:
http://www.runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=16646
Everything is being put into tiny, neat boxes on here lately.
This says that so it must be true. This is a study, therefore it is true and holds fast....
What is good for one person, may not hold fast for another. Some people will have strong bones, others weak, therefore one exercise the strong person will be okay doing, may not necessarily be okay for the weaker person.
The only true myth is, that myths exist
There are a number of studies that have shown this, not just one. Yes, some runners will end up with knee problems, but so will some non-runners. Running does not increase the likelyhood of having knee problems, like osteoarthritis. Those who do end up with problems are more likely caused by things like genetics or ignoring/running through injuries than the running itself. According to my friend, who is also a doctor with an interest in sports medicine, being overweight causes far more issues with knees than running does (he mentions that in his speeches to learn to run programs specifically on debunking the myth that running ruins your knees).0 -
Running is strongly linked to death. Anyone who has run either dead, or will die someday..
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Sorry for the triple post, but here is an article someone in my triathlon mailing group just sent out recently.
http://news.discovery.com/adventure/marathon-running-heart-011112.html
"Marathons Won't Give You a Heart Attack
Marathon running is generally safe for your heart, but be cautious if you have an underlying condition."0 -
I have bad knees!!! And they've only gotten better with distance running! Go figure! :happy:
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Someone posted on here a while back that obese people have no business running.
I am 180lbs and 5'5 that put me in the "obese" category and I run 5 days a week 4-5 miles!!0 -
Here is a question: I have heard that you burn the same amount of calories covering a given distance whether you walk, jog, run, or sprint it. I thought that sounded false. Thoughts?
Not according to my HRM!0 -
Running does not ruin your knees. Running with bad form, running with bad shoes, running on concrete all the time, running too much too soon, running without training properly, running a lot and wearing high heels every day, running when you already have underlying knee issues not caused by running, etc. can hurt your knees.
Any form of activity can hurt any part of your body if you are not doing it properly...don't blame running.0 -
Running will ruin your knees which is why I play tennis instead....:huh:You'll ruin your knees!0 -
Someone posted on here a while back that obese people have no business running.
I am 180lbs and 5'5 that put me in the "obese" category and I run 5 days a week 4-5 miles!!
On this thread or another topic?0 -
Last year I developed a bad knee from running but got those handy sport inserts for your sneakers fixed my problem (overpronation)0
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Your uterus will fall out if you don't stop that this instance.
Oh, that's why I haven't gotten pregnant. I thought it was the whole abstinence thing :P0 -
Distance running will help you lose weight (you just eat more!).
I think this one is true - speed work will help you lose weight.
Here is a question: I have heard that you burn the same amount of calories covering a given distance whether you walk, jog, run, or sprint it. I thought that sounded false. Thoughts?
But distance running can help you lose weight - if you control the calories in.
It's all about the calorie deficit so if you bump up your deficit and don't eat it all back - you're going to lose weight!0 -
A different thread a few weeks agoSomeone posted on here a while back that obese people have no business running.
I am 180lbs and 5'5 that put me in the "obese" category and I run 5 days a week 4-5 miles!!
On this thread or another topic?0 -
I'm doing the C25K as well.... up to week 3 day 2.... am really loving it!! I always said "I'm not a runner" but I am doing my best to change it... I have lost a total of 50kg, and now can actually jog.... who'd a thunk it!
Are you still doing the C25K? or just running on your own?0 -
I have a few:
"If you run at night someone will grab and kill you"
"You'll never be able to run if you have weak knees"
"You can't run if it's cold outside, because your legs will freeze over and you'll get paralyzed"
"Running will give you huge bulky leg muscles. You won't be able to fit into your jeans anymore!"
"You're shins will snap if you run 5 days in a row"
"Treadmills destroy kneecaps"
"Girls can't run as well as guys, because they have boobs" LOL
"If you eat before running you'll instantly throw up"
Oh and this is the best on I've ever heard: "If you wear a sweater, cover it with a garbage bag and then wear a winter jacket and run; you'll lose weight faster while running!"0 -
:happy:
A different thread a few weeks agoSomeone posted on here a while back that obese people have no business running.
I am 180lbs and 5'5 that put me in the "obese" category and I run 5 days a week 4-5 miles!!
On this thread or another topic?
Oh ok, just checking. I have this way of things coming out the wrong way and was hoping one of my posts didn't come out wrong, because I certainly didn't want to imply that.0 -
Oh gosh no! It wasnt you. This was a real blunt to the point statement that was made. sorry for the confusion..:happy:
A different thread a few weeks agoSomeone posted on here a while back that obese people have no business running.
I am 180lbs and 5'5 that put me in the "obese" category and I run 5 days a week 4-5 miles!!
On this thread or another topic?
Oh ok, just checking. I have this way of things coming out the wrong way and was hoping one of my posts didn't come out wrong, because I certainly didn't want to imply that.0 -
I`m glad to say that I have just came back from a 4.5KM run over rough terrain and all my body parts are intact!! I was more worried about running over snakes than uterus`s though!!! :laugh:0
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Here is a question: I have heard that you burn the same amount of calories covering a given distance whether you walk, jog, run, or sprint it. I thought that sounded false. Thoughts?
I think I burn about the same whether I'm running 10 minute miles or 7 minute miles. I burn less walking than running.
Same here! I burn the same no matter the time although when i walk i dont burn as much. So yes, i believe you burn the same amount of calories covering a given distance whether you jog, run or sprint it, but NOT walking it.
I agree as well. You might be covering the same distance walking or running, but your heart rate is significantly higher running it so you burn more cals.
My brother-in-law insists that a person's knees only have a certain number of "steps" in a lifetime, and once you've used them up, they're wrecked. Therefore, if you run, you'll screw up your knees that much faster. Not that I need to clarify, but I must say that he isn't exactly known for his smarts. And a side note, he won't be my BIL for long
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My brother-in-law insists that a person's knees only have a certain number of "steps" in a lifetime, and once you've used them up, they're wrecked. Therefore, if you run, you'll screw up your knees that much faster. Not that I need to clarify, but I must say that he isn't exactly known for his smarts. And a side note, he won't be my BIL for long
Does your BIL wear a pedometer so that he knows exactly when his last step is coming??? ;-)0
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