An overview of running, the effects and the potential drawbacks:

1) Running is a popular cardiovascular activity. It can range from moderate to intense aerobic exercise.

2) Running builds the body's cardio-respiratory health and fitness.

3) While some people consider running safe, others perceive it as detrimental to one's health.

4) Since running is deemed as a weight bearing exercise, it's quite efficacious in keeping the body's bone mass.

5) During a run and each time the feet land on the ground, the bones endure a stress of force up to six times the equivalent of one's body weight.

6) As a reaction or response to running, Bones, which are living tissue, react and respond to running by developing more bone cells.

7) Based on the findings of various clinical studies, regular exercise in the way of running five miles a week can strengthen the immune system.

8) Running is an excellent mood enhancer. Quite often runners experience a high. The sensation is triggered because the brain stimulates neurotransmitters to produce endorphin.

9) In order to avoid the stress related joint damage, running should be done in conjunction with a regular resistance-training program. To strengthen the muscles which support our joints and absorb the impact?

10) Despite the impact running, the cardiovascular system and the mood, it has a few drawbacks. Running imposes significant stress on the soft tissue, joints, muscles and tendons.

11) Inaccurate running form and posture can heighten the stresses of joint and muscle stress.