A man in his seventies died of a heart attack during his running. The dramatic accident occurred on the site of the Crapa (Rustic circuit of physical activities arranged) of Saint-Raphaël (Var), around 8 am, reports the regional daily. Nice morning. The man of German nationality, who lived in Saint-Raphaël, was 76 years old. Sportsman, the man used to go on this course to carry out his morning training.
Joggers having seen the runner collapse quickly alerted the emergency services but the victim could not be saved.
Running, not recommended at a certain age?
Is the runner’s advanced age the cause of death? Difficult to say, a heart attack can happen in any individual. Nice Matin does not specify whether the victim had a history of heart disease.
It is not uncommon and not recommended to practice running at an advanced age if people are well trained and accustomed to physical exertion. Beyond that, the practice of a physical activity (less violent than running such as walking or swimming) is even recommended for rpromote the effects of agingand keep a good physical shape and mental. It is nevertheless advisable to check your fitness for activity with a doctor who can perform an exercise and rest test.
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