Hit the road Jack.. and Jill!! Today, June 2nd 2010, is National Running Day. So whether it's 5 miles or 5 minutes, slip on your shoes and Run! According to legend the first competitive running in ancient Greece took place in the year 776 BCE on Mount Olympus. From that point on humans have been raising their feet off the ground one step at a time and picking up the pace. It's not just a past time or a hobby, it's a physical activity that can be used to strengthen your entire core. It's also a passion thriving on benefits. Some benefits of running include potential weight loss, improved cardiovascular health, increased muscle mass, increased bone density, and an improved emotional state. Following a consistent routine of running can increase HDL levels, reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease. Running, like all forms of regular exercise, can effectively slow or reverse the effects of aging. We can't all be as fast as Usain Bolt, currently holding the world records for both 100 and 200m, but we can all benefit from a little physical activity! So even if you prefer a slower pace, some may call it 'walking', take advantage of some time today and honor National Running Day.

If you're a beginner and would like some tips click Here.

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If you're already passionate about the sport but are looking for some new running routes to mix things up click Here.

If you'd like to run but your old sneaks aren't cutting it anymore
Click Here if you're a man and Here if you're a woman.

If you'd like to simply, run.. What are you sitting around staring at the screen for? Go! Run!