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Unfortunately, though:
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Running is undoubtedly great for your health, but some research suggests that when it comes to pounding the pavement, too much of a good thing might actually have the opposite effect.
A number of earlier studies have suggested that people who run more than 20 miles a week or at an average pace of 7.5 mph or faster are more likely to have shorter lifespans than those who run slower over shorter distances. In other words, when "increasing mileage and pace, the benefits of running seem to disappear," cardiologist Martin Matsumara told The Huffington Post over the phone this week. "[These studies suggest that] running fast and far may be toxic to the heart in some way."
A number of earlier studies have suggested that people who run more than 20 miles a week or at an average pace of 7.5 mph or faster are more likely to have shorter lifespans than those who run slower over shorter distances. In other words, when "increasing mileage and pace, the benefits of running seem to disappear," cardiologist Martin Matsumara told The Huffington Post over the phone this week. "[These studies suggest that] running fast and far may be toxic to the heart in some way."
In the meantime, Matsumara says that people should absolutely not stop running. "Runners in general enjoy longer and better health," he said.
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