Can running reduce leg muscle mass?

Running is actually a very good sport. If you want to lose calf muscles by running, you must do it in a scientific way, because it is difficult to lose calf muscles if you run normally. But if you know some techniques, it will be much easier, such as landing on your heels and controlling the speed.

4 things to note when running to lose weight:

1. Warming up before running is important

Especially before running, the legs must be stretched. When the body is fully warmed up and stretched appropriately, the calves can keep up with the body's movements in the best condition. This can avoid the problem of calves becoming thicker after running.

2. Land on your heels

In fact, many girls are accustomed to landing on the forefoot when running, which makes running easy and effortless; but this is not suitable for girls with thick calves. If you are this type of girl, the correct way to run is to land on your heels first, and then on the soles of your feet. This will not only prevent your calves from getting thicker, but will also make them very slim and stylish!

3. Keep a good pace when running

Studies have shown that the fat burning effect is better after thirty minutes of continuous exercise than thirty minutes ago, so the same is true for running to lose weight. Don’t be naive to think that the more intense the exercise, the more significant the weight loss effect.

Girls, you must control the speed when running. Generally, 6-8km/hr is very appropriate. If you speed up too early, although the calories consumed will increase, it will also cause a very heavy burden on the knees, and even cause terrible muscular legs.

4. Soak your feet in hot water after running

Remember to soak your feet in hot water after exercising. You can buy a wooden barrel to soak your feet while playing music and reading a book. This feeling is very comfortable, especially in winter. Foot soaking can fully promote blood circulation in the calves and help you expel waste materials accumulated in the calves after exercise. After soaking, you can use essential oils to properly massage your calves. The requirements for essential oils here are not very high. The main thing is to play a role in full lubrication. Keep massaging until the essential oils are absorbed by the calves.