Posted by john berk on August 29, 2005, at 13:17:40
In reply to Re: Question for Link - exercise, posted by Meri-Tuuli on August 29, 2005, at 12:27:56
Hi!! for a full endorphin release response from running, i was told to run at least the last quarter mile as quickly as possible!!
it is true, the harder you push, the more the benefit as far as endorphin release, but even hard walking can produce results. it all depends on one's fitness level.
when i was running in 5k races, i found that i only felt a good "rush" if in practice i went under a 6 minute mile during my long runs.
of course this quicly lead to burnout, lol, so now i just combine walking and running, and feel quite well. i still get that feel good rush most times!! and the health benefits are enormous!!
good luck...john
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