• Legal Notice – MuscleMecca Forums

    MuscleMecca.com is an educational discussion platform. We do not sell, promote, or endorse any bodybuilding gear, supplements, research chemicals, or performance-enhancing substances.

    All discussions are for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing posted on this forum should be considered medical or legal advice.

    Do not attempt to sell, source, or promote illegal substances. Any such activity will result in an immediate and permanent ban and may be reported to the proper authorities.

    By using this site, you agree to comply with all forum rules, disclaimers, and applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

    Read Our Full Disclaimer and Forum Rules

  • Follow the 2026 Olympia on September 24 to 27, 2026!

Running/Jogging?

naturalbodybuilder

naturalbodybuilder

Well-known member
Member
Joined
Feb 1, 2017
Messages
50
Points
6
Why does running exercises take longer to build your leg and feet muscles that in gym exercises?

Harder to make progressively harder and of course the range of motion.
 
D

Decentlady

Mecca V.I.P.
VIP
Joined
Nov 2, 2016
Messages
217
Points
18
Jogging helps you get leaner and loose general body fats. The calf muscles building needs target oriented exercises.
 
Folk Artist

Folk Artist

Mecca V.I.P.
VIP
Joined
May 30, 2018
Messages
506
Points
18
Most bodybuilders hate to run because they are carrying 30-50 extra pounds of muscle, and that weight puts to much wear and tear on the joints. Also running burns up muscle, but you could include some soft running with your weight training.
 
Heatman

Heatman

Mecca V.I.P.
VIP
Joined
Jun 17, 2018
Messages
630
Points
18
It's a little crowdy here but it's a great weather to get some sprints. I hate running when it's hot or too sunny. So, I'm definitely going to get at least a 30 minutes lap under my belt this morning and hit the gym later.
 
Folk Artist

Folk Artist

Mecca V.I.P.
VIP
Joined
May 30, 2018
Messages
506
Points
18
Running and jogging are very good for your lungs and heart mostly, but they do build a bit of muscle in the legs and make your bones stronger as well. In the gym you can really target the muscles more, and work one set of muscles in the leg at a time, like calf raises for your calves. Also target the quads and hamstring muscles as well to build strong legs.
 
Heatman

Heatman

Mecca V.I.P.
VIP
Joined
Jun 17, 2018
Messages
630
Points
18
Jogging helps you get leaner and loose general body fats. The calf muscles building needs target oriented exercises.

Exactly! If you really want to lose weight quickly, then engaging in running exercises should comprise 80% of your workouts routines.

If you are very consistent with the workouts, within few months, you are definitely going to lose a substantial amount of weight by burning lots of calories.
 
Top