Can Zombies Run?
Posted March 31, 2010 at 11:25 pm by JeffDo Zombies Run? If you’re reading this article chances are you’ve had the discussion. Do zombies run? I thought it was something interesting enough to write about here. Feel free as always to comment and make fun of me if you’d like
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I have always enjoyed the Romero Zombie, the slow zombie. I know the argument the fast, agile, strong zombie is much more terrifying but is it realistic or as realistic as we can get for a discussion on zombies. There are several factors to look into when discussing this topic. For one, what happens when a human turns? Rigor Mortis sets in on average around 3 to 4 hours after death. This statement alone would in some peoples opinions cause them to believe zombies can not run, but there is something they are all missing. Rigor Mortis ceases after about 24 – 72 hours.
If as some believe a person is slowly being turned to a zombie as they are closer to death, wouldn’t this also start up the Rigor Mortis process? So couldn’t a zombie start out slow, speed slightly up once Rigor Mortis ceases and then slow down again once the body completely breaks down?
My personal belief is there is way to much against the zombie to allow them to even have a nice stride. If its a real zombie, a person who dies and comes back, and not a rage virus like on 28 days later.. I do not believe we have to worry about “runners”. Depending on body type, ie. leg size, I think we can safely assume most can out run a zombie. The only things to keep in mind is a zombie has no endurance limits and we still don’t know how long a zombie will take until it fully breaks down. Can we find a safe place and wait out the zombie apocalypse?







