But you might have some bad running habits that are rapidly aging your body.

Read on to ensure you don’t!

You’re not wearing appropriate running shoes.

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Not wearing proper athletic footwear puts you at risk of injury or running with bad posture.

double-check to have a carbohydrate-rich snack before you run and have another one afterward to replenish energy stores."

The absolute best thing a runner can do to stay young?

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So lace up those running shoes pronto, and hit the pavement!

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mature man running outdoors, demonstrating the exercise habits that slow aging

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