3 Things Waiting For You After Your Second Wind
Most runner’s understand the phrase, “I hit the wall.” This phrase does not refer to hitting an actual wall with their fist, it’s more of a metaphorical wall where they feel that their body can no longer sustain the intensity of the run. Hitting the wall in a run can be down right painful both physically and mentally. There is hope that comes to those willing to preserver in the form of a second wind. This post will relate three things waiting for you after your second wind.
Runner’s High
You don’t have to go jogging in Colorado to experience this type of high. A runner’s high is a feeling of euphoria cased by a release of endorphins from long sustained periods of aerobic activity. This type of chemical release can lead to reduced stress, inhibit pain receptors, and an increased state of bliss.
Cardiovascular Improvement
If we all stopped when the tough got going; no one would ever get anywhere. When you are able to maintain your aerobic capacity after your first wind you can actually improve the ability of your heart to pump blood throughout your body. This in turn can lower your blood pressure, reduce bad cholesterol, and improve overall circulation.
EPOC Happens
EPOC stands for excess post-exercise oxygen consumption. When you go for a run and push past your comfort level with a demanding activity your oxygen intake level will increase even after you have completed with the activity. Bottom line you will still be burning calories well after you have completed your run because your metabolism has been set to turbo overdrive.
Remember it’s your body, your speed. Make the smart decision when it’s time to Power-up Buttercup; because there are a multitude of benefits waiting for you on the other side of the wall.
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