Marathon runners in their 50s had temporary heart effects — such as increases in blood indicators of heart damage and temporary swelling — similar to those of younger adults after a race, but they disappeared within a week, according to Canadian researchers. The study on the website of the Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance found no evidence of permanent heart damage among older runners after repeated marathons. HealthDay News (9/1)
Older people can run marathons safely, study says
September 4, 2012 By
