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science9 days ago•12 min saved

Heat and endurance: humans outlast horses over long, hot distances

Humans sprint poorly against horses, but over long, hot distances our continuous sweating and decoupled breathing let us keep cooling and keep moving, giving us a surprising endurance advantage. Horses can outrun us in a dash, yet their large bodies and gait limit heat shedding, so with enough heat exposure a human can outlast a galloping horse. The idea supports the endurance-running hypothesis and persistence hunting as possible drivers of human evolution, though it remains debated and not universally accepted. Evidence cited includes the Wales Man vs Horse races and ethnographic examples, while critics argue the centrality of heat-driven endurance may be overstated.

via Space Daily|

#endurance-running #human-evolution #note-extra-tag-not-allowed

science4 months ago•2 min saved

Ultra-long runs may speed up red blood cell aging, study finds

A study of 23 runners found that very long-distance races can injure red blood cells, reducing their flexibility and accelerating aging due to inflammation and oxidative stress, with longer races like the UTMB causing more damage; researchers caution the small sample size and call for more research into training and recovery strategies to minimize cellular damage.

via Runner's World|

#endurance-running #inflammation #oxidative-stress

science8 months ago•5 min saved

Scientists Uncover How Running Became Innate to Humans

Scientists suggest that humans evolved to run long distances as an effective hunting strategy, balancing heat regulation and energy expenditure through a pacing approach that maximizes hourly caloric gains, supported by physiological traits and historical hunting accounts.

via Earth.com|

#endurance-running #heat-physiology #human-evolution

health10 months ago•4 min saved

Long-Distance Running and Its Potential Link to Increased Colon Cancer Risk

A small, preliminary study suggests that very high-volume endurance training in young athletes may be associated with an increased risk of precancerous colon lesions, raising questions about the potential risks of extreme endurance exercise. While exercise generally reduces cancer risk, extreme training might cause bowel stress, warranting cautious interpretation and further research. Athletes should monitor symptoms like blood in stool and consult healthcare providers, but overall, the benefits of regular exercise remain clear. Future guidelines may include earlier screening for high-volume athletes if findings are confirmed.

via ScienceAlert|

#cancer #colon-health #endurance-running

human-achievement2 years ago•2 min saved

"Endurance Athlete Completes Epic 10,000-Mile Run Across Africa in 352 Days"

After 352 days and over 10,000 miles, British runner Russ Cook completed his journey from the southern to the northern tip of Africa, facing challenges including theft, injury, and visa problems. His run raised over $870,000 for charities supporting homeless youth and displaced people. Cook, known as "Hardest Geezer," expressed exhaustion but triumph as he reached the finish line in Tunisia, surrounded by supporters. He plans to celebrate with a party and live music after his remarkable feat.

via New York Post |

#africa #charity-fundraiser #endurance-running