Sports Med July 2007 PMID 17465590

The evolution of marathon running : capabilities in humans.

Daniel E Lieberman, Dennis M Bramble

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Discussions reflect strong interest and general agreement with the article's emphasis on human evolutionary traits that enable endurance running, illustrated by phrases like 'humans are definitely designed for running' and references to 2 million years of evolution. The tone is enthusiastic and affirming, with participants engaging by citing mechanisms such as energy efficiency and heat regulation, which underline the article's significance in understanding human physical development.

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Most discussions support the idea that human evolution has shaped our endurance running abilities, with many emphasizing natural design and evolutionary advantages.

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The topic generates high interest, as seen in multiple mentions of evolution, capabilities, and the significance of the research, indicating curiosity among participants.

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Participants reference specific concepts like energy storage and body heat regulation, showing moderate engagement through discussions of mechanisms and implications.

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The consensus highlights that the article contributes valuable insights into human evolution and athletic potential, suggesting a moderate impact on understanding our biological capacities.

Abstract in brief

Humans have unique abilities among primates and mammals to run long distances in hot, dry environments, thanks to specialized features that help with energy storage, body stability, and regulating body heat.
These endurance running capabilities likely developed around 2 million years ago to help early meat-eating hominids compete with other carnivores.
The evolution of these traits allows humans to perform well in endurance activities, making our running abilities quite advanced compared to other animals.]

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