Is it better to run faster or longer?

It is important to know that running in every form is good because it speeds up circulation and moves muscles. But as personal coach Jessie Jones says, it's better to combine both, because these two types of running do things according to what you want and your purpose.

“Speed therapy is better for burning fat, improving metabolicism and burning more calories, but it also helps build muscles, so it is also excellent for increasing muscle mass”, says Jessie, adding that the longest run is good for improving cardiovascular health because it stimulates blood flow. Also, longer distances will increase lung capacity and sustainability.

On the other hand, coach at a racing club, Will Goodge, says none of them are better.

Running fast, you will build a threshold of tolerance so that you will one day be able to maintain higher speeds at longer distances. But a longer run is excellent if you want to start a little less intensively, and then gradually add speed explains Will.

In any case, you cannot miss which path you choose, and most importantly, it is to run properly and effectively.