Run News Roundup for Mar. 21 2024

Lil Nas X runs NYC Half Marathon

Lil Nas X went for style on Sunday, running the New York City Half Marathon in Coach high-top sneakers. He doesn’t own running shoes.

The “Old Town Road” rapper completed the New York Road Runners-organized race during his first jog in the great outdoors. At 24 years old, Lil Nas X finished the race in 2:32:53 (a 11:40/mile pace) after never running more than three miles before. Stay tuned for a video of his Old Town Road classic at the bottom of the newsletter.

Health Benefits of Running with Your Dog

We know that running makes humans healthier and that dogs make humans happier. Lace up a pair of shoes and, before you know it, you’re experiencing a. In many ways, running provides athletes with a fountain of youth.

But running with your dog further maximizes the general health perks of running (boosted immune system, stronger body, higher bone density, and enhanced overall wellness). Current research shows that recreating with a dog not only boosts mental health, it also boosts physical strength and fitness. Here’s what else we know about the benefits of running with your dog.

1. Dogs Create Accountability to Get You Out the Door

Spending time outside has largely positive impacts on the human mind, helping to calm anxiety and depression while boosting concentration and attention. Owning a dog increases the amount of time that you spend outside and dog owners spend three times the amount of time exercising than non-dog owners.

2. Dogs Can Positively Impact Your Speed

Dog breeds and personalities vary widely so the effects of running with them vary too. Some dogs are willing to sustain a fast pace for large periods of time while others struggle to run fast or simply refuse to go.

3. Having a Dog Improves Your Heart Health

Dog lovers immediately experience the feel-good release of oxytocin upon seeing a pup. Being around dogs not only makes many people happier, it has a positive impact on their cardiovascular health according to a Swedish study evaluating 3.4 million people.

4. Dogs Experience Runner’s High, Too

Dogs experience runners’ high too, according to a study published in the Journal of Experimental Biology. Like for humans, a dog’s runner’s high can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, leaving them in a better state of both physical and mental health and longer lives.

If you’re looking to hold yourself accountable and improve your overall health, chances are that taking a pup out on runs will help.

Your brain on junk food: New research shows it's not just harming your body

We know that ultra-processed foods like chips and sugary cereals affect our bodies. New research is digging into how junk food hits our brains.

Erica Pandey with Axios writes that beyond elevating risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease, heavily processed foods can harm mental health, mess with sleep — and even be addictive like alcohol or nicotine.

New Study Suggests The Iceman Is Right

A new study suggests that plunging into ice baths may reduce levels of inflammation in the body. Dutch motivational speaker, Wim Hof (known as “The Iceman”) is best known for record-breaking feats such as swimming under ice and running barefoot on ice and snow. He has built a business empire on the techniques he uses – a commitment to mastering conscious breathing and cold exposure – with courses available.

The new study supports that taking ice baths, hyperventilating and other methods of the Iceman can provide physical and mental benefits that reduce levels of inflammation in the body, but not without risk.

The Old Town Road Movie

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