The Benefits of Running

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In today’s inactive society many people struggle with obesity. No one can put a price tag on life. People today need to reevaluate where their priorities stand. The downward spiral for health issues and obesity will continues to get worse, unless everyone takes action to their lives! Opportunities in today’s society show endless ways to get back into shape. Starting the activity of running will change one’s life for the better. The positive benefits of participating in running include experiencing a fun activity, many health benefits, a low cost sport, and sponsoring charity organizations.
When starting to get into shape many people dread the thought of exercising. While getting in shape anyone can experience fun and fulfillment. The task of getting in shape will change one’s life for the better. When running anyone can experience a good time. “Running does more than help improve your physical and mental health” (Delorez and Hanc 16). Running allows anyone to develop into a healthier person.
When running one can run with a partner or a group of people. Physically running with someone creates bonding, companionship and competition. Training with someone for a race also provides and creates a positive mindset. A good fit for a running companion should consist of the same positive thinking and the same goals and inspirations (Barrios 128). Socializing while running can lead to many positive benefits to one’s life. “Don’t be surprised if you feel a bit more outgoing and social after beginning your program” (Liberman, Pribut, and DeVito 9). While running with a partner socializing can come very easy. When getting involved in running with a partner, one can use the motivation that a friend or an acquaintance can provide. Running al...

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