[彭蒙惠英语] 慢跑也会过度吗?((2/2)
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Can You Run Too Much?
Racing without a plan can mean a run of bad luck
In some ways, it’s par for the course. A runner who hasn't had shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, or inflamed feet is like a cyclist who hasn’t crashed: It’s only a matter of time.
But not running can lead to problems as well. “At the extreme, no running can lead to obesity, a cascade of other health issues such as cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes and even some joint problems,” said exercise physiologist Anne Thilges. “We can live well if we follow the ‘everything in moderation’ philosophy. However, the health benefits of running, even at extreme distances, outweigh the risks of not running at all.”
Incorporating recovery (or rest) days is one of the best ways to stay injury free, Thilges said. She also recommends implementing good nutrition, a healthy mind-set, recovery sessions and .
After a grueling event like a marathon, definitely keep moving. But instead of going out of an easy run, develop a post-race plan that might include massage, icing or cross training.
The plan, which might help alleviate any post-race depression or doldrums, should include listening to your body, resting, recharging and rehydrating. Although some experts recommend taking one day off for each mile run in a marathon, others say to just avoid running a fast or race pace for 26 days. Cross training is deal, because it works different and keeps you active.
When I finally discovered swimming, I found triathlons. I was hooked! But after overtraining for two Ironman-distance races, I was injured for a full year.
Clearly, moderation is something I’m still trying to “get.” But one thing has helped: having children. I still run, but I don’t have time to race or to put in more than three miles. The running injuries have .
Vocabulary Focus
trip off (phr. v) ---to put something into motion
grueling (adj) ---extremely tiring and difficult, and demanding great effort and determination
alleviate (v) ---to make something bad, such as pain or problems, less severe
Specialized terms
par for the course (idiom) ---意料中事exactly what you might expect to happen, especially when you do not think this is very good
cross training (n. phr) ---交叉训练fitness training in different areas, such as swimming and running
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