Running VS weightlifting, which form of exercise is healthier?

I looked through my friend circle.

I found that more and more friends like sports.

Some people insist on going to the gym to "lift weights"

Some people insist on running outdoors and checking in

So here comes the question

These two types of people

Who has a better health advantage?

People who keep running,

Good cardiopulmonary function

1. Look thinner: Aerobic exercises such as running can effectively burn more fat in the body. People who insist on running have lower body fat and sebum rates, and look slimmer.

2. Improve the heart and lungs: Long-distance aerobic exercise is beneficial to the development of heart and lung function. People who insist on running will effectively improve their heart and lung function, lung capacity, leg muscle strength and immunity. People who insist on running will also have better physical sensitivity and coordination.

3. Strong red muscles: Runners have stronger red muscles, excellent endurance and persistence, and can store oxygen better, but their explosive power is relatively weak.

People who keep lifting weights to keep fit,

Good muscle mass

1. Look stronger: Anaerobic exercise has a stronger metabolic capacity. Lifting weights and dumbbells will not only strengthen bones, but people who exercise regularly will also look stronger and more stylish. Strength fitness people will also have stronger muscle explosiveness.

2. High bone density: "Lifting weights" can increase bone density and prevent bone diseases such as fractures. In addition, it can strengthen joints, improve joint stability and flexibility, and slow down the aging of the body.

3. Most of the muscles are white: If the fitness enthusiasts mainly do anaerobic weight-bearing strength training, the muscles will be mostly white muscles with thick fibers and large volume.

Aerobic + strength, higher exercise efficiency

Although running and "lifting weights" are different, they are not contradictory. Because they have different advantages, combining running with fitness exercises such as strength training can get a better body.

If you insist on exercising every day, you might as well run more, which can greatly improve your endurance and cardiopulmonary function; if you usually only run, you might as well add anaerobic training about 2 times a week to make your body stronger and your muscles more powerful.

Scientific fitness tips

1. Choose the right exercise method , that is, the type of exercise. Generally speaking, exercise to lose fat starts with low- to medium-intensity aerobic exercise, such as running, swimming, long-distance cycling, etc., and can be supplemented with some strength training. For some people who are overweight and have no exercise habits, if it is not suitable for long-term running, it is recommended to swim, row or ride.

2. Control the intensity of each exercise. Exercise intensity is an important factor in determining the effect of exercise. Take running as an example. When you first start to lose weight, you should not run too fast. In addition, if the exercise intensity is too high, the risk of sports injuries will increase for people who are overweight, so the intensity of exercise should be controlled. Of course, if the intensity is too low, the overall calorie consumption will be too low, and the fat loss effect will not be good.

3. Control the frequency of exercise. Too much is as bad as too little. If you do high-intensity and high-volume exercise every day to lose weight, your body or overall body will not have a protection system, and recovery will not keep up, which will bury the hidden danger of injury. Of course, you can't "fish for three days and dry the net for two days" for fitness, otherwise the overall weight loss effect will not be good.

4. Pay attention to controlling the total duration of each exercise. Some people may want to run for two or three hours continuously and exercise in the gym continuously, but this is not advisable. The body's motor organs and joints are subject to long-term wear and tear, which may cause sports injuries. Without proper recovery, it will affect immunity and immune function. Therefore, pay attention to supplement nutrition after exercise to protect body functions.

Running and lifting weights

Keep doing it is good for your health

Reminder

Before exercising

Be sure to warm up thoroughly

Relax and stretch properly after exercise