Please do. This is part of the question.Let’s define “in shape” first.
That's also part of the discussion.And define “running”. I mostly jest, but there’s a difference between sub-MAF walking or running, and the out of breath kind people usually end up doing.
Biking is good too of course, but personally I find running easier since it requires less equipment and less space, and I get the impression it's a tougher exercise overall in some ways.If you wanna go any faster, you'll need wheels....
Sure, but I'm talking speed of conditioning. It just seems that you engage more of yourself, for longer with running than most other things, and anyone can do it. The quote isn't that it's the best way to get in shape, just the fastest.Yep... it's how you run that counts.
As far as 'getting into shape'...
Getting into shape for what?
Getting strong? Strong for what?
It's all contextual and goal dependent....
Relevant points:Here's a good article by Al Ciampa that you might be interested in: PT: The U.S. Air Force Fitness Assessment, Longevity & Quality of Life – Be Well and Strong
5 decades of running, competitive cycling, serious alpine climbing, etc... I base my perspective on relevant life experience also...Sure, but I'm talking speed of conditioning. It just seems that you engage more of yourself, for longer with running than most other things, and anyone can do it. The quote isn't that it's the best way to get in shape, just the fastest.
I guess "in shape" means to an acceptable level of athletic functionality and also in terms of appearance - thinner, "fitter".
My coach is a several times Olympic coach and national team coach for a few different countries. In other words I give credence to the quote based on life experience.
What about the kettlebell swings?I've done a fair bit of running, ranging from half marathons, long distance obstacle runs, and general conditioning runs and from my personal experience indoor rowing tops running for general fitness. It's way less impactful and a much faster method to get "fit".
Didn't catch your perspective though. What is your perspective? You'd be someone who would know a lot better than I would.5 decades of running, competitive cycling, serious alpine climbing, etc... I base my perspective on relevant life experience also...
Just sayin'
What about the kettlebell swings?