All articles tagged with #endurance running
A study of 23 runners found that very long-distance races can injure red blood cells, reducing their flexibility and accelerating aging due to inflammation and oxidative stress, with longer races like the UTMB causing more damage; researchers caution the small sample size and call for more research into training and recovery strategies to minimize cellular damage.
Scientists suggest that humans evolved to run long distances as an effective hunting strategy, balancing heat regulation and energy expenditure through a pacing approach that maximizes hourly caloric gains, supported by physiological traits and historical hunting accounts.
A small, preliminary study suggests that very high-volume endurance training in young athletes may be associated with an increased risk of precancerous colon lesions, raising questions about the potential risks of extreme endurance exercise. While exercise generally reduces cancer risk, extreme training might cause bowel stress, warranting cautious interpretation and further research. Athletes should monitor symptoms like blood in stool and consult healthcare providers, but overall, the benefits of regular exercise remain clear. Future guidelines may include earlier screening for high-volume athletes if findings are confirmed.
After 352 days and over 10,000 miles, British runner Russ Cook completed his journey from the southern to the northern tip of Africa, facing challenges including theft, injury, and visa problems. His run raised over $870,000 for charities supporting homeless youth and displaced people. Cook, known as "Hardest Geezer," expressed exhaustion but triumph as he reached the finish line in Tunisia, surrounded by supporters. He plans to celebrate with a party and live music after his remarkable feat.