Would you consider long distance running as beneficial as lifting?

WolfofAllStreetz · 2019-11-23T16:51:56+00:00

Not to mention distance running is known to crush testosterone levels.

If you enjoy it who cares, wouldn’t hurt to life heavy 2-3 days of week so you didn’t look like a rail thin skinny cuck.

MotiMorphosys · 2019-11-23T16:49:38+00:00

Mentally, yes. Physically no.

Lifting bulks up your upper body. Distance running leans it out. Women are genetically programmed to be attracted to muscular upper bodies.

WinterRice · 2019-11-23T16:48:58+00:00

I only run about 2-3 miles a few times a week along with lifting. I used to run more but I cut it back so I could bulk more easily but maintain my stamina. I would say they have their own separate benefits, but I always try to do moderate cardio. I just want to give my lungs/heart exercise while I focus on getting bigger.

creating_my_life · 2019-11-23T17:19:54+00:00

What is your opinion on the matter?

I was a competitive runner for years. Short answer? Being an average lifter is FAR better for your life than being a dedicated runner.

Use light running as a nice cardio workout to work around your lifting program. Stay in shape enough to be sub 7 or so, and be able to knock out a 5k or 10k easily. But don't bother with anything beyond that. Go lift heavy things instead.

sniper1905 · 2019-11-24T14:09:10+00:00

It’s a dichotomy to choose between being as buff as you can and to be able to run the longest/farthest you can. Be a hybrid. Lift, as this subreddit lives by it and run since that’s a passion you have (100km weekly is insane you maniac) and die by it. Forget the people who say HIIT, your cardio and endurance game is on point man. I’m proud of you!

BeanNCheeze · 2019-11-23T17:25:06+00:00

Doing cardio will strengthen your cardio vascular system (heart and lungs) it’s beneficial for that reason.

muricanwerewolf1 · 2019-11-23T18:48:50+00:00

You’re right on the money, looks wise lifting is without a doubt better. That said if you want to keep running and lift it’s possible, you just have to eat a shitton and rest appropriately. For my part, while I might run some trails with the dog my focus is 100% on lifting first.

Dboy2233 · 2019-11-25T02:24:13+00:00

Fuck no

2019-11-25T04:35:49+00:00

Keep the running, Eat & lift more

Haytch1234 · 2019-12-01T02:54:58+00:00

For cardio, yes.

For everything else, No.

BeLeafer_1967 · 2019-11-23T18:35:57+00:00

Fuck long distance running. Sprint and do HIIT. Increases testosterone and shreds you up way faster than jogging

Title	Would you consider long distance running as beneficial as lifting?
Author	throwmyredhairaway
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Date	November 23, 2019 4:41 PM UTC (6 years ago)
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