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Running for the Hearts that Can't
I am taking part in RUN 100 to raise funds for the Irish Heart Foundation and I’d love your support to help protect hearts in Ireland. ❤️
The Irish Heart Foundation’s mission is to eliminate preventable death and disability from heart disease and stroke and to support and care for those living with these life-changing conditions.
Your donation will make a real difference to people and families affected by heart disease and stroke.
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A run for a cause
Monday 19th Jan Health is wealth.When you run 🏃🏿 or walk… weight management, stronger hearts, improved mood, and reduced risks of chronic diseases, with running burning more calories faster but walking being more accessible and gentler, while mixing both (run-walk intervals) combines intensity with recovery, boosting endurance and lowering injury risk. Both strengthen bones and muscles, improve sleep, and boost mental clarity by releasing endorphins, making them great for overall physical and mental well-being.Shared Benefits (Walking & Running)
- Cardiovascular Health: Strengthens the heart, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and reduces stroke/heart disease risk.
- Weight Management: Helps burn calories and manage weight.
- Mental Health: Reduces anxiety and depression, improves mood, memory, and focus.
- Disease Prevention: Lowers risk for type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and hypertension.
- Bone & Muscle Health: Builds stronger bones (running has a greater impact) and muscles, and can alleviate joint pain.
- Improved Sleep: Helps you fall asleep and get better quality rest.
Key Differences
- Intensity & Calorie Burn: Running burns significantly more calories in less time, making it faster for weight loss.
- Impact: Running is higher impact, while walking is low-impact, making it easier on joints.
- Accessibility: Walking is accessible to nearly all fitness levels, making it a great starting point.
- Reduces Injury: Walk breaks give muscles short rests, minimizing fatigue and aches.
- Builds Endurance: Allows you to go longer distances by managing fatigue.
- Active Recovery: Stimulates blood flow and helps clear lactic acid after intense workouts.
Which Should You Choose?
- For faster results or higher calorie burn: Running is more efficient.
- For beginners, joint issues, or easier recovery: Walking is ideal.
- For balanced fitness: Combine both with run-walk intervals to get intensity with recovery.
