Vital organs kept in shape by running

  • Heart: Your heart is a muscle and responds positively to endurance exercise. A strong and effective heart pumps blood more effectively not only when you exercise. Heart specialists say that this “fit” heart is more resistant to heart disease.
  • Lungs: On our long runs, our lungs are stimulated to improve oxygen absorption, loading up the red blood cells for continuous delivery of oxygen to exercising muscles.
  • Endorphins:  They kill pain, make you feel good. Endorphins manage muscle pain and provide a positive lift to the spirit. This is why you feel good after a workout. Through managing your effort you can enjoy the benefits during exercise. 
Jeff Galloway smiling near a lake with city skyline in the distance.
Jeff Galloway

Jeff Galloway, US Olympian and creator of the Run-Walk-Run method, has helped over 350,000 runners achieve their goals through his innovative training programs. As Runner's World's monthly columnist and author of North America's best-selling running book, Jeff has spent over 50 years sharing his expertise and continues to conduct running seminars worldwide as runDisney's Official Training Consultant.

Run Smarter, Not Harder:

Join the Run Walk Run® Inner Circle

Get exclusive running tips, training plans, and motivation straight from jeffgalloway.com to your inbox. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned runner, our newsletter will help you achieve your running goals with less effort and zero injuries.