The slow-running movement, in which people meet for unhurried jogs, is booming – but don't be fooled into thinking that if there's no pain, there's no gain
For many runners, going fast is the whole point of pulling on their kit. But recently, the opposite approach has been booming: the slow-running movement, in which people meet for social, unhurried jaunts. This might be fun, but surely if there’s no pain, there’s no gain?
Not so fast, says a growing body of research. In fact, going at a more leisurely pace can bring a range of health benefits, from heart function to mental well-being, while avoiding the downsides of pushing your body to the max. It might even help you live longer – and, ironically, ultimately improve your personal best.
Plain water, coffee or milk? Sports or energy drinks? Our ideas about what we ought to be drinking, and how much, are confounded by half-truths. Here's what the science says Slow running isn’t about a set speed, it is about going at a pace that is slow for you – one that raises your heart rate, but leaves you able to chat. Technically speaking, your heart rate will be at 60 to 70 per cent of your maximum, saysThis level of exertion – also known as zone 2 training – is meant to be fairly easy, so does it really count as a workout?at Sheffield Hallam University in the UK.
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