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What is the ideal duration of running for beginners, elderly? Expert suggests
Slow and steady wins the race, it is said. An intense form of aerobic exercise, studies have approved many benefits of running every day for 5-10 minutes at a moderate pace and how it may help reduce risk of death from heart attack, strokes and other chronic diseases. Also, elderly, expecting mothers or those with chronic diseases must consult their health experts before going ahead with running. People aged above 60-70 years must focus on rest and recovery after running for 2-3 days and avoid running late at night or on a rainy day. "For people above 60-70 years, with 2-3 days of running for 5-10 minutes, The focus should be on endurance, flexibility, and balance training for 1-2 days and a good 2-day rest for recovery.


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