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Running is a full body exercise and highly recommended for better cardiovascular health. Studies reveal that if a person runs for at least 10 minutes in a slow pace, he or she can mitigate the risks of developing heart diseases in the future. It is needless to mention that running reaps numerous health benefits. But, does it have any side effects you should be aware of?
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It is very important to wear the right type of running shoes before your start your journey. Wrong shoes can cause knee pain and leg pain, can hurt your toenails and even cause it to bleed. This is what turns it into black.
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Patellofemoral pain syndrome or runner's knee is a medical condition that may happen if you run too much. Running is good but overdoing it is not. You body and legs also need rest to heal. Moreover, running adds a lot of stress on the bones, cartilage and tendons. If additional stress is put on these areas, it could cause injuries.
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Chafing is the rubbing of fabric from clothes or shoes on your skin. This can be irritating for both men and women and can also cause cuts and bruises. When you are running, the sweat makes the skin more prone to cuts due to chafing.
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Running causes you to sweat a lot. When you are running, you should always ake sure to keeo yourself hydrated. Severe dehydration can not only drain your energy but also cause gastrointestinal issues. This is one side effect you must be careful of or it could cause chronic health problems in the future.
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When you run, your heart pumps more blood and due to this increased blood flow, your other organs also might start functioning faster. For instance, your kidneys will work faster to produce urine, and this may cause you to pee more.
