Attention! These are 7 important benefits of running
Whether you are a beginner in running or have been doing this sport for a long time, we are sure you have found yourself in a situation where, if not giving up, you skipped a run you had planned for a particular day. Interestingly, there are people who see running as an activity that requires certain physical predispositions and think they will benefit from running only if they regularly run several kilometres. With this article we don’t want to justify your skipped runs :), but the fact is that even 5 minutes of running a day can bring great benefits to both your health and your fitness. Below we bring you 7 reasons why just five minutes of running a day is enough to improve your health.
Your brain will work better
Physical activity speeds up the heartbeat and increases the flow of oxygen-rich blood, which also contributes to better brain function. It is scientifically proven that shorter aerobic exercise such as running improves brain function and cardiovascular health. Five minutes of running every day also has a beneficial effect on the hippocampus, the part of the brain most often affected by Alzheimer’s disease, which means the risk of this disease is reduced too.
You will be in a better mood
If you run every day, you will be more satisfied with yourself because you know you have done something good for yourself every day. Research has shown that running increases the production of endocannabinoids, chemicals in the brain associated with feelings of pleasure and enjoyment. Those five minutes of running during the day will make you “burst” with positivity, and you will also react better in stressful situations.
You will sleep better
Research has shown that running improves the quality of sleep. Better sleep will be accompanied by a better mood and concentration during the day, and you will feel less tired. Evening running can also improve sleep, because after a run the body temperature raised during the activity drops, and so you will fall asleep more easily.
Running lowers blood pressure
Running can cause a temporary rise in blood pressure, but when the whole picture is considered, it does exactly the opposite, because it contributes to lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and the risk of diabetes. The benefits that five minutes of running brings you can also be provided by 15 minutes of brisk walking.
Lower risk of cardiovascular disease
By running for 5 minutes every day, you reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by at least half. People who run regularly have a 30 percent lower risk of death from any cause, and a 45 percent lower risk of death caused by cardiovascular disease.
You will extend your life
People who exercise regularly live on average three years longer than people who do not exercise and spend most of their days sitting. And you can add three years to your life with just five minutes of running every day.
You will have nicer, firmer skin
As running improves circulation, your skin will at the same time look nicer and healthier, because it will be better supplied with blood, and you will also improve your skin tone, so it will be firmer and thus look younger.