The London marathon has grown to be one of the top five marathons on the planet and tempts the top runners from many different continents. It has grown to be more than a road race, it’s now considered by many as a festival of sport and a big accomplishment that a number of British runners aim for and hope to run one day. Here are some of the benefits of running a London marathon.

Look Good

One of the biggest reasons why people start running is because they want to stay in shape or because they are trying to reach an ideal body weight. Running is a very efficient way to burn calories and shed weight.

Feel Good

Health benefits of running are one great motivation for runners. On one count, running reduces the risk of heart diseases by half. This is due to an enhanced cardiovascular system. The stronger heart pumps blood more efficiently thus reducing the runner’s blood pressure.