Why Running Might Have Saved My Life
Description
Witness a raw account where years on the pavement potentially averted a medical disaster, highlighting the unsung hero of fitness: the heart. The creator explores the crucial role of cardiovascular work, even when the physique is built primarily through iron. A powerful look at fitness beyond the mi
Show Transcript
You know, the fact that I I'm 99% sure that the fact that when I was hospitalized that I didn't die or have to have emergency surgery was because of all of those years of running that I had built a stronger heart over all of those years, right? And I'm very thankful for all the running I did. And I don't think it's I don't think I think it's equally as important as strength training except let's be realistic. You can do no cardio and have an amazing physique,
Community Discussion
These thoughts are helpful as I try to setup a good training program on my new gym monster. Its cardio programs kick my butt so I should really focus on strength training because I’ll stick with it better. Trying to lose weight I feel consistency is going to win in the long run. Thanks for all the reviews and content on the gym monster.
Cardiovascular conditioning from weight training is superior to running for one key difference, weight training puts more load on your system and has a wider range of blood pressure you operate through. This creates stronger veins that can handle pressure spikes better. Running specifically creates cortisol in humans, swap running for mountain hikes, bicycle or swimming for better heart health.
Join the conversation on YouTube.
View & Comment on YouTube →Related Videos
Live Build BJJ Buddy Live + Speediance | AI Dev Session 🔥
2026-02-22
54:29 BJJ Buddy Progress, OpenClaw basics/setup, my use cases
2026-02-18
16:13 Speediance Fixed Progressive Overload (Mostly)
2026-02-18
48:11 OpenClaw basics, current setup, my primary use case
2026-02-18
1:03:47 Speediance 2S V3.1 Review: New Safety Start, Firmware Changes & Real‑World Lifting
2026-02-04
Join the Newsletter
Get the latest fitness tech reviews delivered to your inbox.