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The human animal now lives in a strange and unfamiliar world. Our bodies, sculpted by millions of years of evolution, are not just ancient. They are prehistorical. Our anatomy, physiology, and psychology are adapted to life in a wild, outdoor environment. At our core, we are hunters and gatherers, primed for life in natural habitat. But today we’re
... See moreFrank Forencich • The Art is Long: Big Health and the New Warrior Activist
running had entered the realm of the metaphysical.
Haruki Murakami • What I Talk About When I Talk About Running
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Humans lack these restrictions because (1) our lungs do not compress when we stride (we’re bipedal) so (2) our breathing rates can vary independent of our speed, and (3) our thermoregulation is managed by our fancy sweating system, so the need to pant does not constrain our breathing. Because of this, within our range of aerobic running speeds (not
... See moreJoseph Henrich • The Secret of Our Success
My peak as a runner came in my late forties.