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Running rewires your brain cells—igniting memory-saving genes against alzheimer’s
(www.sciencedaily.com)
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Of all the fucking things. I hate running so much. Ran for years, hated it the whole time. Finally just couldn't do it anymore. Was so sock of sore knees and shins, never mind being out in the damn cold before work on a gross winter day, dark, gray, wet. I hated getting up extra early before work and then having to jam in a shower and THEN start the day. I am so envious of people who find it enjoyable. They're so happy on their run, feeling good, satisfied with what they did. Hell, they go and do crazy things like marathons, 5ks etc. Such a foreign concept.
I dont feel better having stopped, but the thought of doing it again just fills me with dread.
Why can't they discover that reading a book while listening to music is fantastic for you?
Reading a book while listening to music totally is good for you. Just not the same way physical exercise is. My suggestion is to find a level of exercise you find palatable. Once a week I do a loop around a local park, partially run partially walked. I also walk (without running) once or twice a week.
The reason I don't do it daily and the reason I don't always run is because I know I would just quit working out instead of continuing my regiment. So, that's the best for me. Find an amount/location/pace of running that's palatable to you and try to stick to it. Only increase the workout if you don't dread the idea.