Running has so many benefits. When running with family or friends, it gives you quiet, individualized time to socialize. Running by yourself always gives you the ability to unplug, away from the stress of work and/or school, and simply concentrate on yourself.Regardless of how you run, most people run because they’re looking to lose weight. Running is by far one of the most vigorous exercises available and an extremely efficient way to burning calories and losing weight. A 150-pound individual will burn around 100 calories for every mile he or she runs – that’s a considerable amount.