I really enjoy being myself during long slow jogs and getting that "feel good" after a good jog.
My knees and joints sometimes bother me afterwards, but tightening the muscles and knowing I have worked my heart and lung muscles make me feel like I have done my body as well.
Dr. Bob Keith at Auburn University describes how research shows running can increase life span -- "...run for your life".
The article gives us more reasons to exercise regardless of our age.