I’m not sure the entire theory behind humans dominating based on their ability to run long distances to wear out their prey was the best strategy. The best hunters take down their prey before they are even capable of running away (like an arrow or spear to the lungs).
I think it’s supposed to predate weapons, especially the bow. Like run them down then kill them with a sharp pointy rock because it’s all you have.
then kill them with a sharp pointy rock
In persistence hunting, at least the kind that humans practice, the prey mostly dies through indirect effects like exhaustion or heat stroke. You just keep tracking until you find a dead deer lying around basically, brought down simply by constantly having to flee your incessant pursuit again and again.
