Fast Fact: Slow Running Is Good for You | Tamanna Singh, MD

Want to run healthier, longer and faster? The secret may to be embrace slow running. Evidence suggests that slowing down while training can bring huge benefits. Learn more in this podcast with sports cardiologist and marathon runner Tamanna Singh.

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[roibee]

66 years young here and I just got back into running in March this year. I was an avid runner when I was in my mid 20s and then I quit. I went back to the gym about four years ago. I have been slow running and use the run-walk-run method and it has done wonders for me. Have participated in four 5K races. Just did my last one in 33 mins 55 seconds. Slow running and core strengthening is good for you!

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I’ve began slow running since I turned 64, 5 years ago. It began when my father was dying and I would run in my house at night to calm myself down and it was very effective, and helped me sleep after. Then, 4 months ago at 69, I had a heart attack and 4 stents placed, and now I’m in cardiac rehab, I began slow running on the treadmill there because it is more enjoyable and actually easier for me than walking, I kinda go into a meditative state. I’m talking 2.7 mph with a slight incline, so no over exertion here. I think it’s helping me so much mentally and physically. I’ve always been thin, eat WFPB low fat diet, but have genetic problem with high cholesterol and triglycerides and high blood pressure, which my wonderful cardiologist is treating with amazing drugs that have my lipids on the low normal side now. I’m hoping I will be able to slow run the rest of my life.

[Jeff-netb]

I have been running for a long time. In my late 60s I seemed to get injured frequently. I knew about 80/20 and slow running so I gave it a try. Today I am 72 and have been injury free for 3 years. I want to run for many more years and slow running seems to be the best strategy to accomplish that goal. In fact, slow running has allowed me to increase my mileage and to add in weekly longer runs of 9 to 10 miles. I also notice that using this method has reduced my overall level of aches and pains of old age to almost zero. Thanks for the great video.

[quonston]

This seems like excellent advice- I found that I enjoyed lengthening my runs by going more slowly and it did seem to have the sorts of benefits that Dr Singh talks about.

[huhwhatomg]

I wonder how many people do this. And I wonder how it's improved their life.

[TN-zx]

Wonderful, informative discussion. I am training for my first marathon so this was very helpful. Thank you.

[Niall-qr]

I love slow running ❤, just start doing after been away from jogging for many years

[Rangerxlt]

Do you think combination of brisk walking is beneficial? Heart health issues

[bricemenaugh]

Close your mouth. Breathe through your nose into your diaphragm. 4 in 4 out. This is my way of going slow at a Niko Niko pace.

[acarloto]

To run slow, run like you are sightseeing. Pay close attention to the landscape that surrounds you.

[marklondon]

75. Running 29-60. Walking 60+ 75-will try slow running. Good content. CC - please set up a go fund me page for eyeglasses - Dr. Singh needs a better frame and the presenter must have neck pain tilting his head backward.