Why do many people start running when they reach the age of 40?Fitness trainer Omer Rosenberg noticed that when people turn 40, they suddenly get a desire to get in shape or start running.
Why does this happen?
If the midlife crisis of age 40 was once characterized by a sports car, the cliche today is that everyone who turns 40 feels the need to sign up for a marathon and prove to themselves that they can do it.
And it's not just running; more and more men and women in their 40s are coming to my studio with one goal in mind: to get in shape.
So, what is causing this?
And why now, at this age?
After speaking with trainees, I realised that the concept of "recalculating route" is relevant for the inner journey that many of us go through - and it peaks around the age of 40. The energy we expended in our 30s, which was primarily focused on establishing a career and raising a family, is giving way to new opportunities. We're in our forties, roughly, and we're wondering what we've accomplished, what we've missed out on, and what we can still do.
However, around the age of 40, we begin to notice physical phenomena that we had never seen before. These include hormonal changes, metabolic rate changes, and old and new pains that remind us that we are no longer as young as we once were. And with all of that comes the fear of developing diseases, many of which are linked to sedentary lifestyles, lack of physical activity, and unhealthy eating habits.
"A change occurs in a person's life around the age of 40."
"Around the age of 40, a change occurs in a person's life," he continues. He has already lived for four decades. He's not as young as he once was, but he's also not old. He's in his forties. He now frequently pauses to reflect on what has occurred thus far and what he intends to do with the remainder of his life. What did he accomplish, what can still be accomplished, and which dreams should be abandoned? Women in their forties are frequently liberated from their traditional roles of childrearing and have become busier. This is a time for men and women to reconsider their life decisions and seek change.
"This may be a time of crisis, but it may also be a time of opportunity for growth and change. Eventually, the passage of time reminds us that our time here is limited. In the future, death becomes an actual and personal event. The human body is no longer a well-oiled machine. As our parents' generation ages, we are forced to confront our own mortality "Hotlzman continued.
In some cases, this encounter with death will result in the development of depression and anxiety symptoms, or extreme measures to fulfil past dreams in order to avoid it. On the other hand, this time period is rich in opportunity. Focusing on oneself, accepting the partiality of life, accepting the passage of time, and being able to say goodbye to grandiose dreams and turn them into achievable wishes can all result in significant and positive changes in a person's life. This is the time for people to seek out new beneficial and meaningful experiences."
"I feel victorious over myself when I run."
Running is a universal phenomenon and a common trend everywhere, and unlike many passing trends in the fitness world, it is here to stay.
Running is also a very effective exercise. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends 150 minutes of aerobic activity per week, and recent research shows a direct link between walking/running 10,000 steps per day and longevity, as well as preventing and treating heart disease, diabetes, stress, and obesity. In fact, it has a positive effect on every physical parameter studied.
Running gives you a great feeling that is difficult to put into words, but extensive research has shown that it is an excellent solution for those looking to improve their mental health.
However, running is not the only option. You can also choose things like yoga or online training.
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