As you approach middle age, you may be concerned how your body will handle the stress of running.
Actually, new studies show that running as you approach this point in your life may not be a bad thing. But, is walking still better for you?
Your body does go through changes as the years click by, and overuse injuries can become more common.
Adjustments to your routine may be necessary; but that doesn't mean you should stop or cut back so much that you're not getting any real benefits.
Listen in as Michele Olson discusses running vs. walking as you approach middle age and how it can still have benefits for your health.
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Should You Run in Middle Age? Or Is Walking Better?
Guest
: Michele Olsen
From the Show: Train Your Body
Summary: As you approach middle age, you may be concerned how your body will handle the stress of running. Is walking better for you?
Air Date: 1/6/15
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
