How to run... on a day when the 2.5 dust is as thick as fog.

How to run... on a day when the 2.5 dust is as thick as fog.

Recently, runners like us have started checking air quality apps more often than watching the running clock. Because of the 2.5 dust season.

The hit question is

"Should I still run today?" or "No running."

Why is dust more dangerous to runners than the average person?

When we run, we don't breathe like we sit there.

We breathe deeper, stronger and more often.

That means that PM2.5 is more likely to go deeper to the lungs than usual.

Any day the dust is very high.

Running may not be "health care."

But became an unwitting assault.

Do you have to stop running?

It doesn't have to be that extreme.

The important thing is fine, not force.

How to cope like a runner who still wants to practice

1. Always check the dust value before leaving

Not to be a scientist, just a cursory look.

If the value is very high → stay or move to indoor practice

If medium height → reduce distance. Reduce weight.

2. Change "Run hard" to "Move gently."

A lot of dusty days. Not suitable for tempo, interval or long runs.

But suitable for easy running, short walk, cross training, light fit, not fit, at continuity, not daily brutality.

3.Indoor running, treadmill, ladder, weight training or even yoga

All of this also counts as "rehearsal."

Don't let the word run outside to limit us.

4. Masks help... but not all types

Some dust masks wear running and are very uncomfortable.

If you can't breathe → Do not force

2.5 makes us know that

The body is not a machine.

A rest day is part of rehearsal.

Some days... not going out to run

Maybe it's best to take care of yourself.

Finally,

If you still want to run for a long time,

Don't just look at the distance today.

But look at health for the next 5-10 years.

Dust comes. I'll go.

But our lungs... have only one pair. 🫁🏃‍♂️

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