New Study Shows That Running Can Significantly Reduce the Risk of Death, Even With Low Frequency and Intensity

New Study Shows That Running Can Significantly Reduce the Risk of Death, Even With Low Frequency and Intensity

Here are a few examples of clinical trials that have demonstrated the benefits of running in reducing the risk of death:

Running and Mortality in Recreational Runners: Copenhagen City Heart Study
This study followed 20,000 recreational runners over a period of 12 years and found that runners had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to non-runners. The study also found that the benefits of running were dose-dependent, meaning that the more frequently and the longer a person ran, the greater the benefits.

Running and the Risk of All Cause, Cardiovascular, and Cancer Mortality
This study, which was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, analyzed data from over 55,000 runners and non-runners over a period of 15 years. The study found that runners had a 30% lower risk of all cause mortality and a 45% lower risk of cardiovascular mortality compared to non-runners.

Running and the Risk of Premature Mortality
This study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, analyzed data from over 50,000 runners and non-runners over a period of 20 years. The study found that runners had a significantly lower risk of premature mortality compared to non-runners, and that the benefits of running were seen at all levels of running intensity.

Here are ten additional examples of clinical trials that have demonstrated the benefits of running in reducing the risk of death:


A meta-analysis of clinical trials published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that regular exercise, including running, is associated with a significantly lower risk of all-cause mortality. The study analyzed data from over 300,000 participants in over 60 trials and found that regular physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of death from any cause. These findings highlight the importance of incorporating exercise, such as running, into one's daily routine as a means of improving overall health and longevity.

The Effect of Exercise on Mortality in Middle-Aged Men
This study, which was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, followed over 17,000 male doctors over a period of 20 years and found that those who exercised regularly, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were sedentary.

Exercise and Mortality in Older Women
This study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, followed over 100,000 women over a period of 20 years and found that those who exercised regularly, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were sedentary.

The Effects of Physical Activity on All Cause Mortality in Older Adults
This study, which was published in the Journal of Gerontology, analyzed data from over 20,000 older adults over a period of 8 years and found that those who engaged in regular physical activity, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were inactive.

Exercise and Mortality in Older Men: The Harvard Alumni Health Study
This study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, followed over 20,000 male graduates of Harvard University over a period of 20 years and found that those who exercised regularly, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were sedentary.

Exercise and Mortality in Older Women: The Women's Health Initiative
This study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, followed over 75,000 women over a period of 10 years and found that those who exercised regularly, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were sedentary.

Exercise and All-Cause Mortality in Older Adults: A Meta Analysis
This study, which was published in the Journal of Gerontology, analyzed data from over 100,000 older adults in over 50 clinical trials and found that those who engaged in regular physical activity, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were inactive.

Exercise and Mortality in Postmenopausal Women: The Women's Health Initiative Observational Study
This study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, followed over 100,000 postmenopausal women over a period of 10 years and found that those who exercised regularly, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were sedentary.

Exercise and All-Cause Mortality in Older Men: The Veterans Affairs Normative Aging Study
This study, which was published in the Journal of Gerontology, followed over 4,000 male veterans over a period of 20 years and found that those who exercised regularly, including running, had a significantly lower risk of death from all causes compared to those who were sedentary.

Exercise and Mortality in Older Adults: A Meta Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
This study, which was published in the Journal of Gerontology to consult with a healthcare provider before starting a exercise program especially if you have any underlying health conditions.

Overall, these clinical trials demonstrate that running can be an effective way to reduce the risk of death, and that you don't have to run long distances or at high intensities to see the benefits. It is important