Inline Skating or Running?

[ic3st0rmer]

Would like to have a new sport for recreation & fitness purposes. As I'm new to inline skating and haven't been running for several years, I would like to know the pros & cons of each sport? For example, Which one will cause higher chance of knee injury? Please add in if there are additional points, thanks!

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Thanks for all the answers! I said I'm new cause I haven't even learn how to skate, but is thinking of learning it.. ^_^ Skating seems more fun...

[TheUglyOne]

Skating would be easier on your joints, just wear good kneepads because if you take a spill, it can hurt.

Running will probably build your cardiovascular system more and your leg muscles more, but can be harder on the bones and joints.

[Anonymous]

Skating is probably the lower chance, but running works you out more.

[ivarei]

I love skating :D

skating is lower impact so it's better for your knees, but if you're new to it, I really recommend that you wear knee and wrist guards.

[sketchy]

Skating's just plain better - if you can find somewhere flat and smooth enough.