Early Humans as Endurance Runners

Scientists Reveal the Prevalence of "Endurance Pursuits" in Prehistoric Hunter-Gatherer Societies

Scientists uncover compelling evidence suggesting that the hunting strategies of early humans involved long-distance running, challenging conventional beliefs about the physical demands and efficiency of such pursuits.

Some hunts on foot covered 62 miles, the team say Credit: Alamy

Challenging Assumptions

Recent research published in the journal Nature Hum…