6 Body Signs Too Long Running, Dangerous Health If Forced

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YOGYAKARTA - Since recently, running has become a trend among young people. So excited, sometimes people run excessively or don't know boundaries. Even though this can be bad for health. So what are the signs of the body running for too long?

Just like other physical activities, running also has limits that need to be considered. Running too long or exceeding the ability not only causes fatigue, but can also trigger serious injuries that take a long recovery time.

Therefore, those of you who like running or jogging need to recognize signs that your body has been running for too long. This knowledge is very important to maintain running activities and prevent health risks.

Here are some signs that show that your body has been running for too long. Make these signs as a benchmark so as not to force yourself and know when to rest.

The most common sign when the body has been running for too long is extreme fatigue. Although it is natural to feel tired after running, excessive fatigue and never disappears even after resting it can be a sign that your body is working too hard.

If you feel that you are running out of energy, having difficulty breathing, or feeling dizzy, it may indicate that the body needs a break from running. In addition, excessive fatigue can lower running performance and increase the risk of injury due to reduced body concentration and control.

Running for too long or too often can cause excessive stress on the joints, especially on your knees, ankles, and hips. If you start to feel pain or inflammation in the joints after running, it is a signal that your body is working beyond the limits of their physical abilities.

Muscle kram is a sign that muscles are too tired and may lack electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, or sodium. When you run for a long time, your body loses electrolyte through sweat. If you often experience muscle cramps during or after running, it can indicate that your body is working too hard and needs rest.

A heart rate that is too high or unstable when running is another sign that your body is experiencing fatigue. Running in a long duration without a break can cause an uncontrolled heart rate, even when you are trying to reduce the intensity of the run.

If you find it difficult to breathe or shortness of breath during or after running, it can be a sign that your body is overtraining. The body needs enough oxygen while running to provide energy to the muscles. When the body is too tired, the supply of oxygen to the muscles will not be sufficient. as a result, you will find it difficult to breathe.

Overuse injuries occur due to repeated use of muscles or joints without sufficient rest breaks. Some examples of overuse injuries that runners often experience are shin splints, IT band syndrome (nyeri on the outside of the knee), and plantar fasciitis (inflammation on the soles of the feet).

This overuse injury usually develops slowly, but it can be a serious problem if it is not treated immediately. Therefore, if you start to feel prolonged discomfort or pain, immediately stop running and give the body time to recover.

Those are some signs of a body running for too long that fans of running or jogging need to understand. Running is a sport that is beneficial for health, but it is important to understand the limits of the body's ability. Also read the right time to run.

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