Sun Run training: Myth busting: Running does not wear down the joints

Osteoarthritis, which could be defined as “aging of the joints”, is often associated with running. It would make sense, since runners hit the pavement thousands of times each training session, with up to 10 times the body weight applied on the knees. In fact, research suggests the exact opposite.
Joints get stronger with running
Muscles get bigger and stronger with weight training, and bones become stronger with loading. Joint structures like cartilages are no different: even though