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Posted on Nov 13th 2008 6:00PM by Jacki DonaldsonFiled Under: Fitness
Learning that runners burn extra calories even at rest is good news for me. Because I've been concerned that my preferred cardio is not nearly as effective as strength training on the calorie burn front. It's why I'm weaving more lifting into my fitness world -- so my body burns calories more effectively. And while I don't plan on going back to an only-running routine (strength training is clearly good for me on more than just the calorie-burn level), I do feel better knowing that running is effective too.Diet Blog shares that long-distance running causes an increase in the number of mitochondria in the body. Also known as the powerhouse of the cell, mitochondria convert sugar and fat into molecules that transport energy within cells.
All science aside, here's what you need to know: Even when at rest, running plays an important role in helping to burn fat. It also helps protect against type 2 diabetes by clearing out cellular fats that can contribute to insulin resistance.
