- Check with your doctor to make sure you don't have any underlying medical conditions that could hurt you.
- Make sure you can walk before you run. In other words, if you've never jogged before, make sure you take part in a solid walking program to build your cardio endurance.
- Invest in a great pair of running shoes.
- Wear loose fitting workout clothes. You don't need to look like a fashion model, sweats/shorts and a t-shirt can be just fine.
- Warm up properly. Warming up preps the muscles and joints for your workout. On a cold day, a proper warm up can include 10 to 15 minutes of a fast paced walk.
- Develop a sensible jogging schedule and stick with it.
- Develop a proper jogging form. Concentrate on your breathing, strike the ground with the heal first, tummy in.
- Work on setting a comfortable jogging pace. If you start off running too fast, you might poop out before you get a descent workout in.
- Don't run on a full stomach. It sounds like common sense, but avoid a heavy meal 2 to 3 hours before your workout.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Stay consistent to your workout schedule and goals.
- Think safety first! Run in well lit courses away from car traffic. Never run in extreme temperatures and avoid running in unfamiliar places.
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