I recently got in to running but seem to get a bad knee when I do too much... so I need to get that sorted to get the full benefits. And yes, running is *absolutely* a form or meditation (ideally you would do that too) and I would say more of a mental game than anything. And it's easy to do, no equipment needed etc. I guess it all comes down to the individual and what works for them... but definitely worth a try!

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Awesome  well information.  Jogging  ......

This is a great, encompassing post. It definitely beats fallacy..

good post my friend

I know I should run for fitness but I don't do it enough. I suppose I can always find good excuses for not running as much as I should if I search for it. So I won't search. I will run. And yes, running is good for mental health.

I can absolutely relate to this! When I feel really stressed or just in a funk, running seems to be the best way for me to break out of that mental cycle. For me, it happens about a mile into my run. By that point, my heart rate has gotten up and my brain shifts to the task at hand - running. This brings me into the moment, which is very much like meditation! 

Thanks for the great article. 😊 It’s pretty amazing that you’ve been running almost every day for 12 years! That’s some serious dedication.

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I started (seriously) running in college... and it was really my "problem solving time." I was never that good at brainstorming in groups, but brainstorming by myself while running worked... perhaps it really worked for me because people leave you alone when you are running. They don't interrupt and say *"Hey, I know you're meditating BUT...."* to ask for help with something.

Although I would do 10K races regularly, that was never really the "purpose" of my running... nor was fitness; I played soccer and tennis "for fitness." Funny how we compartmentalize things in our minds... Now I'm an "olde pharte" with bad knees so I just walk... it's not the same though, because people do *stop* walkers, and it interrupts the flow.

Very nice write-up..:)

I do a lot of cycling, and pushups. I can do 100 pushups in one go. Sometimes I walk too. But I would really like to start running too. Soon hopefully :)! Being fit and health improves your mood, confidence, and gives you the much needed energy to perform your best.

Running or walking is a good habit. We must walk or run for about 2 kms everyday.

Good writing 
have a nice @kaylinart

I can relate.  I do meditate, but it seems that when I really want to think about something, I walk.  When I really want to think about something, I walk 3-4 miles.

Very great motivation dear

I used to run to escape my reality, then I ran to race, now I run at the gym as part of the competition. I much rather swim, in fact that is on the to do list today. when you visit me in florida, we can go jogging and running together and see which one you prefer.

For me, it's a brisk walk, cause I hate to run. It reminds me of PE or of the military. But, I walk faster than some people jog ;-)

YouTube personality Casey Neistat is a running fanatic. It keeps him going, regardless of how much he has to do.

A bicycle is more my style. I can travel further to get my thoughts out.

Nice post!
I think the same, always running is the best answer, after that you feel everything more clear.

Informative....wonderful writing
Thank's for sharing

Running hurts my joints to much to do it, for me its better to walk. My knee always feels like I'v hit it with a hammer after a run - interesting post.

Just protect your joints ✌🏼👽

That's amazing that you run that much Kaylin and even better that you can channel some calm and meditation while doing it!

Wonderful post,very good job,thanks for great sharing
            I appreciate your post,Thanks

Good jop friends

Running is so amazing ! It helps clear my mind of everything . Especially once u get that runners high and everything is blissful ... jeez, 6-8 miles is freakin tough! I'm impressed ! That's way more then I do typically. Keep it up!!!

@kaylinart I need to get outside now and start moving the body more often. You are inspiring me. Thank you

I really miss running, but don't like to do it outside. I might start taking some of my breaks at work and hit a treadmill. Thank you for reminding me of this goal!

We all have our own forms self help methods to deal with good and bad news, some can be good, some can be bad. But when you find your good methods you always find yourself doing it more and more, allowing it to bring your mood up higher and giving that positive nature into your life. :)

Keep it up and keep being positive @kaylinart :)

Nice post I love to meditate and thankful have been practicing for year and now finally get it. I just don't get running (each to their own though) it kills my knee and  flairs up my shin splints ahhhhh. But walking I can see what you mean, a stroll in the woods feels amazing I finally get what people see in running  :)

@kaylinart -  **I agree with you.  When we exercise, the mind focuses on the rhythm of  the body and the hormones produced in the brain make it more focused on enduring pain.  This somehow seems to promote calm and even logical thinking.**
Some of the leading CEOs in the world have reported that they get a lot of their daily thinking done during a jog/run.
Keep up your running.  Steem on friend!!
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Exercise helps the brain to  focus, when I'm facing a challenge and it seems I'm far from a mental breakthrough,  I take to running especially in the early hours of the day, every time I do this, I always have the eureka moment

You are so beautiful.