Do you like running? Early in the morning, at noon, or in the evening in big cities and in the countryside, all over the United States, you can see (American) running—men and women, young and old. People run everywhere—along the beaches of California, through the Central Park in New York, down quiet streets in small towns or at gyms. Some people even run in (they) living rooms.

    Running was not so popular in the past. In the 1960s, runners were mostly athletes and (health) strong people. When people (see) a runner, they used to ask, "Hey, what's the hurry?" Or they might say to themselves, "Is he crazy?" At that time, women almost never ran. If they did, they might be (laugh) at. But today all these have changed. Men and women of all ages enjoy running.

    Doctors say many of the health problems come from these bad (habit): eating too much food, smoking cigarettes, and (take) little exercise. Doctors tell us," Eat less, exercise (much), and don't smoke." Running is a good exercise it helps build strong hearts and lungs. It helps most people lose weight.