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  2. Running economy - Wikipedia

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    Running economy (RE) a complex, multifactorial concept that represents the sum of metabolic, cardiorespiratory, biomechanical and neuromuscular efficiency during running. [1]: 33 [2] [3] Oxygen consumption (VO 2) is the most commonly used method for measuring running economy, as the exchange of gases in the body, specifically oxygen and carbon dioxide, closely reflects energy metabolism.

  3. Jogging - Wikipedia

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    Jogging outdoors is a better way to improve energy levels and advance mood than using a treadmill at the gym. [14] Jogging also prevents muscle and bone damage that often occurs with age, improves heart performance and blood circulation and assists in preserving a balanced weight gain.

  4. High-intensity interval training - Wikipedia

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    A typical HIIT session uses a 2:1 work-to-rest ratio, for example, 30–40 seconds of hard sprinting alternated with 15–20 seconds of jogging or walking, repeated to failure. The entire HIIT session may last between four and 30 minutes, meaning that it is considered to be an excellent way to maximize a workout limited by time constraints. [ 14 ]

  5. Running - Wikipedia

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    Running is a method of terrestrial locomotion by which humans and other animals move rapidly on foot. Running is a gait with an aerial phase in which all feet are ...

  6. Protein supplement - Wikipedia

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    Protein supplements are extracts or concentrates of high protein foodstuffs, used in bodybuilding and as dietary supplements to fulfill protein intake in a lean and pure source of proteins and amino acids. They have three main variants: concentrate (food is taken and concentrated into a smaller volume with some fat and carb present), isolate ...

  7. Long-distance running - Wikipedia

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    Long-distance running, or endurance running, is a form of continuous running over distances of at least 3 km (1.9 mi). Physiologically, it is largely aerobic in nature and requires stamina as well as mental strength. [2] Within endurance running comes two different types of respiration. The more prominent side that runners experience more ...

  8. Treadmill - Wikipedia

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    Example of modern treadmill. A treadmill is a device generally used for walking, running, or climbing while staying in the same place.Treadmills were introduced before the development of powered machines to harness the power of animals or humans to do work, often a type of mill operated by a person or animal treading the steps of a treadwheel to grind grain.

  9. Rutin - Wikipedia

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    Rutin is a citrus flavonoid glycoside found in many plants, including buckwheat, [7] the leaves and petioles of Rheum species, and asparagus. Tartary buckwheat seeds have been found to contain more rutin (about 0.8–1.7% dry weight) than common buckwheat seeds (0.01% dry weight). [7] Rutin is one of the primary flavonols found in 'clingstone ...