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> There are diminishing returns but they don't really kick in until you're already pretty fit, they are only really a concern that athletes need to think about.
by kd5bjo 2y ago
> There are diminishing returns but they don't really kick in until you're already pretty fit, they are only really a concern that athletes need to think about.
Unfortunately, it's people at both ends of the fitness curve that have to be careful about increased exercise frequency/intensity. On the less-fit side, the primary concern is accumulating minor injuries that reduce capacity for exercise even further leading into a downward spiral.
- _xiaz 2y agoThats why we recommend obese people to walk first, even if they think they would enjoy running.
- kelipso 2y agoToo much exercise is a problem that can happen to literally anyone. Not just due to injuries. Fatigue management is one main component. Saying that more exercise is always better is a completely false statement. Do not care if it sounds good or is meant to "help" people or whatever, it's completely false and can harm uninformed people.
- browningstreet 2y agoThis guy looked at longevity stats for runners. He recommends running a little, not a lot. 2012 TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6U728AZnV0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6U728AZnV0