Running will have a certain effect on height. Appropriate running and other sports before epiphyseal closure will be conducive to height growth.
Height is related to a variety of factors, including congenital genetics, diet, exercise, psychological and environmental factors. Some studies have confirmed that long-distance running, swimming, ball games and other sports are positively correlated with height growth to a certain extent, and running can promote height growth to a certain extent, but it needs to be accompanied by a reasonable diet and sufficient rest.
The above results mainly apply to adolescents whose epiphyses have not yet closed. For adults whose epiphyses have already closed, physical activity does not promote height growth. However, long-distance running can improve cardiorespiratory fitness, as well as weight control and physical fitness.
However, it is important to note that sports, need to pay attention to the right amount, so as not to cause rhabdomyolysis and other injuries, serious muscle pain after exercise, urine color change and other manifestations, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner to consult the doctor.