Originally Posted by
mgilchrest
Rip/Karl,
Should it also be considered that the aim for most folks who are running/jogging is to lose weight?
i.e. Not only is running not an exercise that progressively overloads the legs for force production, during the "novice" phase for most folks keen on running, it's the exact opposite since they are required to produce less force over time. Moreover, this could straight up lead to a catabolic environment in short order. Thus, running could actually reduce leg strength over the long term?