I disagree. Being able to run any nutrition rich game into the ground is what enabled us to survive and consistently get enough food operate a big brain.
Distance running is what made us human.
YMMV
Distance running is what made us human.
I am of the same opinion ("Born to Run" and "Natural Running" both support that belief).
When I run, I feel I am doing something very natural, very primal. It just feels right!