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#266: The Myths and Truths of Distance Running

The Art of Manliness

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Distance Running - Does Distance Running Decrease Muscle Mass?

distance running is catabolic, so in other words, it breaks down muscle mass. Most runners really don't even have to worry about this because they're just not really going to lose any muscle mass if they start running. Those over 40 or those running very high mileage or high intensity running programs must include strength training If they want to maintain muscle mass.

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