What Going for a 1-Mile Run Does to Your Body, Says Science

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https://www.eatthis.com/what-happens-to-your-body-one-mile-run/

It's no surprise that exercise is good for you. But when we say "good for you," what exactly do we mean? From speeding up your heart rate to lowering your stress to improving your sleep, even a modest exercise—like, say, a single one-mile run—can lead to a range of health benefits that make it worth incorporating into your daily routine. But don't listen to me. Listen to the science: Numerous studies and researchers have examined the various health effects of running a mile and have noted a wide range of positive side effects, many of which will surprise you. Read on for more, and for more on the science of running, don't miss the Side Effects of Running Every Day, According to Science.

I usually run 8-12 miles per week. Not fast, but steady. I'm 71 and smoked for almost 40 years. In November I got a pacemaker and that hasn't slowed me down a bit. I think it has really helped. After a few laps, I'm in the zone, headphones keep me in a mediative state of mind.