“Marathons are not good for the body.”
SO TRUE! I was a runner who brought my kids up running - 4 ran a half with me one year while 2 others did the 5-mile (I only did half’s - always injured something training for full’s), and 3 are marathoners. One son is still a serious marathoner & tri-athlete - but he is always dealing with injuries. But he’s addicted, having done all the big marathons.
The other 3 of us agree: full marathons are not good for the body. Half marathons are great and do no harm.
It’s a rare person who can do full marathons regularly w/o injuries.
I had to quit running at 69 5 years ago due to arthritis under my kneecaps - and only walk now - and really miss my running.......
Do you take arthritis meds and glucosamine?
“I had to quit running at 69 5 years ago due to arthritis under my kneecaps - and only walk now - and really miss my running.......”
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Have you considered using a treadmill for walking with it at an inclined level?
Might be a ‘go for the distance,’ plan would help you walk your way into enjoyment.