> found that there are. I can't see that. > equal or greater benefit in any of the health indicators Insulin resistance, for sure. > strength training induc

> found that there are. I can't see that. > equal or greater benefit in any of the health indicators Insulin resistance, for sure. > strength training induces neurogenesis What google informs me about neurogenesis is that it's tied to VOmax training, which long distance running is not especially good for. Interval training, a la tabata intervals, is best for that. I very much suspect the mental benefits from actual sports exceed running. The stimulation from tennis or basketball would surely do your mind more good than pounding pavement.