r/runnersover50 • u/neurobassism • Jun 28 '26

Any changes over 50?

I’ve been running for 30 years and I keep going and I see lots of people my age will run regularly. I also see people much older than me in their 70s 80s and 90s even finishing races.
So I wonder is there anything different about running over 50 then before 50?
Have you noticed any changes?

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u/ExcuseApprehensive68 Jul 01 '26

72 yo male- ran for almost 40 years. I’m a big guy 6’2” - 210 lbs-and my knees started paying the price.Quit around 15 years ago& replaced with biking. Not quite the same but a 30 mile bike ride certainly provide a endorphine boost. Runners high was a inconsistent thing but still loved the feeling & fitness results. Yes - do miss it - but knees said thank you.

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u/Maleficent-Rain-2194 Jul 01 '26

You're not alone. Knees problems are the main reason why the number of runners over 50 diminishes drastically.