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Why Running *Isn't* The Best Way To Get Fit, How The Running Craze HARMED Fitness Enthusiasts & Why Walking Is Essential To Health & Longevity, With Mark Sisson.

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Feb 1, 2025
Mark Sisson, author of "Born to Walk" and founder of Mark's Daily Apple, challenges the myth that humans are "born to run." He argues that walking is far superior for fitness and longevity. The conversation highlights how the running craze has led to increased injuries and misconceptions about weight loss. Sisson emphasizes the power of daily movement and proper heart rate training. He also delves into elite runners' gut health challenges and promotes a balanced fitness approach that prioritizes walking over excessive running.
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ANECDOTE

Sisson's Transformation

  • Mark Sisson, once a hardcore marathoner and Ironman triathlete, shifted his focus.
  • He now prioritizes overall health and longevity, inspired by injuries and the realization that excessive running can be detrimental.
INSIGHT

Born to Walk, Not Run

  • The "born to run" idea is a misinterpretation of evolutionary biology.
  • Humans evolved for walking, occasional sprinting, and diverse movement, not sustained long-distance running.
INSIGHT

Walking's Hidden Benefits

  • Walking benefits the immune and lymphatic systems, unlike sedentary behavior.
  • It also boosts BDNF, crucial for brain health, and mobilizes stored fat for energy.
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