{"id":71834,"date":"2025-04-04T09:50:49","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T09:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=71834"},"modified":"2025-05-05T11:09:30","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T11:09:30","slug":"running-benefits-for-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Running Benefits For Women: How This Activity Can Improve The Lives &#038; Health Of Women"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#What_Are_The_Main_Running_Benefits_For_Women\" >What Are The Main Running Benefits For Women?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Is_Running_Good_For_Ladies\" >Is Running Good For Ladies?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Better_Cardiovascular_Fitness\" >Better Cardiovascular Fitness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Weight_Loss_And_Weight_Management\" >Weight Loss And Weight Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Better_Sleep\" >Better Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Improved_Brain_Function\" >Improved Brain Function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Improved_Joint_Health\" >Improved Joint Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Improved_Bone_Health\" >Improved Bone Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Reduced_Risk_Of_Chronic_Illness\" >Reduced Risk Of Chronic Illness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Gives_You_A_Chance_To_Interact_With_Nature\" >Gives You A Chance To Interact With Nature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Self-Confidence_Boost_Better_Mental_Health\" >Self-Confidence Boost &amp; Better Mental Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Social_Interaction\" >Social Interaction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Can_Running_Tone_Your_Stomach\" >Can Running Tone Your Stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Will_Running_Change_My_Body_Shape\" >Will Running Change My Body Shape?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#What_Does_Running_Do_To_A_Womans_Body\" >What Does Running Do To A Woman\u2019s Body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#How_Often_Should_A_Woman_Run\" >How Often Should A Woman Run?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#What_Is_A_Good_Distance_To_Run_Everyday\" >What Is A Good Distance To Run Everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Does_running_slim_your_waist\" >Does running slim your waist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#Will_running_give_you_a_flat_stomach\" >Will running give you a flat stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#How_long_should_I_jog_to_lose_weight\" >How long should I jog to lose weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#What_happens_when_you_run_for_a_month\" >What happens when you run for a month?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/running-benefits-for-women\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running is one of the most popular cardio workouts because it\u2019s:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budget-friendly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easily accessible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burns a lot of calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent for anyone whose goal is weight loss or management.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, despite its popularity, this exercise may sometimes be overshadowed by more trendy routines like Pilates, HIIT, or strength training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s article, we want to look at the many running benefits for women.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been trying to find a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bodyweight-cardio-workout\/\">cardio workout<\/a> to add to your routine and are unsure if running is for you, read on to learn how running benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Body shape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-esteem<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiovascular health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And more!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Main_Running_Benefits_For_Women\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Main Running Benefits For Women?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several benefits of running for women. Below, we have outlined the top 10 benefits of running for women and multiple research articles providing evidence:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss and weight management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A chance for social interaction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better cardiovascular fitness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved brain function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better Sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved joint health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of chronic illnesses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved bone health and strength<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It gives you a chance to interact with nature.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-confidence boost &amp; improved mental health<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that running has the same benefits for men as above.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The advantages of this cardiovascular workout are not limited to women.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66626\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Running Benefits For Women\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-2.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-2-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Running_Good_For_Ladies\"><\/span><strong>Is Running Good For Ladies?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. Aerobic exercise has many advantages that can improve a woman\u2019s life and overall health. Let\u2019s break down running benefits to help you gain a better understanding:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_Cardiovascular_Fitness\"><\/span><b>Better Cardiovascular Fitness<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Geographic referred to running as the \u2018ultimate cardiovascular sport\u2019 with good reason (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/premium\/article\/health-benefits-running\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiovascular health refers to the ability of the heart and lungs to transport oxygen to the muscles during exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aerobic exercises are great for heart and lung health; running has dedicated studies proving this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In an older study published in 1985 in the Clinics in Sports Medicine Journal:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers stated that runners have more substantial, thicker heart muscles, which makes their hearts more efficient at pumping blood. Runners also have a slow resting pulse rate and a high maximal oxygen consumption, all indicating efficient heart function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3902253\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In an observational study published in 2014:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers studied the lives of over 55,000 participants for 15 years and found that runners had lower adjusted risks of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality by 30% and 45%, respectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These people also had the added benefit of extending their lifespans by 3 years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The researchers concluded that a simple, slow, 5\u2014to 10-minute run on most days could improve cardiovascular health and life expectancy and reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular illnesses and other causes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25082581\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start using our app <\/a>and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>In a more recent study published in 2019:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers stated that all forms of physical activity are excellent for cardiovascular health as they can help reduce the risk of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart failure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-to-avoid\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood pressure<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Atherogenic markers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decrease resting heart rate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase physiological cardiac hypertrophy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And much more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6557987\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss_And_Weight_Management\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss And Weight Management<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running benefits for women weight loss include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A change in body shape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved body composition<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>In a study published in 2013:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers compared the effects of running and walking on BMI and waist circumference.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While both exercises improved these two factors, running had more significant results than walking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/acsm-msse\/fulltext\/2013\/04000\/greater_weight_loss_from_running_than_walking.13.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>A year-long observational study published in 2015 found:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dedicated running routine can help you lose weight even if you do not change your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, they stated that the best weight loss changes were from study participants who ran the recommended 5 km and made healthy diet changes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25766050\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In a more recent study published in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Researchers found that running at least 10 km a week improved the body composition of study subjects (aged 18-65).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exercise led to significantly lower values in their:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visceral fat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Body mass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Body fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jphysiolanthropol.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s40101-023-00348-x\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These studies show that weight loss is one of the many running benefits for women over 40 and even younger women who wish to improve their body composition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-running-build-muscle\/\">Does running build muscle?<\/a> Find out what the research says.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_Sleep\"><\/span><b>Better Sleep<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers state that poor sleep quality and sleep disorders can impair attention and memory, negatively affecting physical, psychological, and social interaction (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10503965\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you usually have trouble sleeping, going for a run helps you achieve the recommended 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In one study published in 2012:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers discovered that when adolescents ran for 30 minutes a day, five days a week, for three weeks, they could not only fall asleep faster and sleep for longer but also reduce daytime sleepiness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23174473\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In a more recent study published in 2023:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers stated that physical activity can improve sleep quality and be a treatment option for sleep disorders such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep apnea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restless legs syndrome (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10503965\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia affects:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Females<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Older adults<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals with medical and mental health conditions &#8211; so as a woman, running could help improve this area of your life.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Brain_Function\"><\/span><b>Improved Brain Function<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Columbia University, the brain starts to shrink in our 30s and 40s, which can trigger cognitive decline (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.publichealth.columbia.edu\/news\/changes-occur-aging-brain-what-happens-when-we-get-older\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, while cognitive decline might start this early, many experience lowered brain function in their 50s and 70s (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC2683339\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a study published in 2017, researchers found that running helped increase the number of new neurons in rodents, leading to better learning and memory (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6148340\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in 2021 discovered that 10 minutes of running can help improve cognition and mood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-021-01654-z\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another study, published in 2023, agreed that running does improve cognition and urged people to run outside, not inside, as this may increase the benefit (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-022-26093-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Joint_Health\"><\/span><b>Improved Joint Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like any other exercise, running can cause injury.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>You can risk your joints if you:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run without giving the body ample time to rest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run without the right shoes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run with incorrect form.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, when done correctly, this physical activity can benefit joint health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a study published in 2019, researchers found that marathon running helped improve the knee joint health of novice runners with damaged knee joints (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6797328\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a study published in 2023 in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, researchers found that contrary to popular belief, running does not worsen knee osteoarthritis and may even help protect against generalized knee pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9983113\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66615\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Running Benefits For Women\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Running-plan-for-weight-loss.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Bone_Health\"><\/span><b>Improved Bone Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies over the years have shown that increased physical activity is good for the health of your bones. In one study published in 1986, researchers found that male and female runners had approximately 40% more bone minerals than non-runners (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jama\/article-abstract\/403118\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased mineral density means your bones are strong and less likely to break.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a recent study published in The Cureus Journal of Medical Science, researchers found that high-intensity and high-impact exercises can help maintain and even improve bone density in postmenopausal women, thus reducing their fragility and the risk of fractures (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9990535\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find out more about a leg workout for running to boost strength and improve performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Risk_Of_Chronic_Illness\"><\/span><b>Reduced Risk Of Chronic Illness<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies over the years have shown that running lowers the risk of cardiovascular illness. It\u2019s also suitable for other chronic illness prevention, which improves mortality and longevity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25082581\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0025619615006217\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0033062017300488\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gives_You_A_Chance_To_Interact_With_Nature\"><\/span><b>Gives You A Chance To Interact With Nature<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of machinery like the<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/20-minute-treadmill-workout\/\"> treadmill<\/a>, we do not always get a chance to walk or even run outdoors. However, if you can run outdoors occasionally, that would be good for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies and experts have shown that being in nature, whether for leisure or while working out, can help improve:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cognition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General well-being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-019-44097-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2020\/04\/nurtured-nature\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-Confidence_Boost_Better_Mental_Health\"><\/span><b>Self-Confidence Boost &amp; Better Mental Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a review published in late 2020, researchers looking at the relationship between running and mental health found that those who engaged in this activity reported feeling:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A better outlook on life<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved self-image<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More self-confidence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced tension<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better mood<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happier (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7663387\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Interaction\"><\/span><b>Social Interaction<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the benefits of running every day &#8211; or at least several times a week &#8211; is that running outside can give you a chance to interact with new people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that social interaction is good for humans as it can help improve our mood, mental health, and general well-being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6125010\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-023-30803-9\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joining a run club is a good way to engage in this healthy lifestyle activity and interact with people simultaneously.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to stretch before running so you do not injure yourself on the trail<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-walking-or-running-better-for-weight-loss\/\">Is Walking or Running Better for Weight Loss?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Running_Tone_Your_Stomach\"><\/span><strong>Can Running Tone Your Stomach?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen in the benefits section above, running can help with fat loss and help you get a flatter stomach. Eating well and doing ab exercises on top of cardio will help with fat-burning and toning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Running_Change_My_Body_Shape\"><\/span><strong>Will Running Change My Body Shape?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it can. As shown above, running can help improve your body composition, which can help with fat loss, allowing you to achieve your dream body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, for the best results, remember to change your diet by consuming healthy meals that allow your body to be in a calorie deficit to reduce body fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do strength training to tone your muscles so that when the body fat comes off, these muscles will be more visible than before.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_Running_Do_To_A_Womans_Body\"><\/span><strong>What Does Running Do To A Woman\u2019s Body?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running can help a woman improve her cardio fitness, mental health,<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bone-strengthening-activities\/\"> bone health<\/a>, and joint health, lose fat, and reduce the risk of chronic illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Often_Should_A_Woman_Run\"><\/span><strong>How Often Should A Woman Run?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The CDC recommends that people exercise at least 30 minutes daily, 5 times weekly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This duration is a good place for any beginner to start running (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/guidelines\/adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, remember not to run 7 days a week, as the body needs rest; without it, you may overtrain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beginner-running-plan-for-weight-loss\/\">Beginner Running Plan for Weight Loss and Ultimate Confidence<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Good_Distance_To_Run_Everyday\"><\/span><strong>What Is A Good Distance To Run Everyday?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No research recommends the exact number of miles\/kilometers to run daily.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, one study states that running about 6 miles (9.65 kilometers) a week is enough to reduce mortality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25082581\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66595\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running-1024x638.png\" alt=\"Running Benefits For Women\" width=\"770\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running-1476x920.png 1476w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running.png 1925w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_running_slim_your_waist\"><\/span><strong>Does running slim your waist?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running can help you achieve a smaller, slimmer waist, but combine it with a healthy calorie-deficit diet and strength training for the best results.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_running_give_you_a_flat_stomach\"><\/span><strong>Will running give you a flat stomach?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased physical activity helps burn fat all over the body, including the stomach. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cardio\/\">Cardio workouts<\/a>, a good diet, and strength training can help.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_I_jog_to_lose_weight\"><\/span><strong>How long should I jog to lose weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no standardized answer for this. Weight loss depends on too many factors, so we cannot give you an accurate answer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0026049520302523\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-start-jogging\/\">jogging<\/a> daily for 30 minutes, 5 times a week is a good place to start (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/guidelines\/adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_you_run_for_a_month\"><\/span><strong>What happens when you run for a month?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the list of running benefits for women (and men) listed above, you are likely to experience weight loss, better sleep, improved bone and joint health, better <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/easy-somatic-exercises\/\">mental health<\/a> and self-confidence, better heart health, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1558&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Running_Benefits_For_Women\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/running.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From these running benefits for women, this is a type of aerobic exercise that women should not overlook. Unless you have a condition that keeps you from running, we suggest you add this activity to your weekly exercise chart. These physical and mental benefits are too good to pass up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As always, remember to pace yourself and start small. Don\u2019t push too hard and fast, as this will likely cause injury.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Running is one of the most popular cardio workouts because it\u2019s: Budget-friendly Easily accessible Burns a lot of calories Excellent for anyone whose goal is weight loss or management. 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