Running and Jogging
Thousands of Americans a year are actively trying to control their existing weight or lose a few extra pounds. Dieting has been around since Hector was a pup and so often diets don’t prove to be an effective way of controlling weight. Too many times, the pounds are shed quickly, but once off the diet, the extra weight returns plus some. So for the people who haven’t any major joint problems, heart problems or actually verging on obesity – running and or jogging is a great solution.
Begin your exercise program with one goal – you’re doing something nice for yourself and giving your mind and body a much-needed treat. Start off walking for a few weeks, than combine fast walking and jogging and finally let her all out and start running. Build your stamina and body up slowly, eat healthy foods and be prepared for some of the best times of your life.
As the body starts getting healthier, so does the mind, attitude and body parts. You’ll feel a difference, probably before you see a difference. Running and jogging have benefits beyond your wildest imagination. Probably the secret to this type of activity to start with is the ability to discipline one’s self – decide how many times you will run or jog each week, pick the hour and the days. Plaster a schedule on the refrigerator door handle as a reminder and follow your schedule.
Like going to your therapists or physician, running and jogging are private times that allow you to concentrate on “self.” without interruptions or free advice. This is a few hours out of the week, you’ve set aside for “little ole you.” Fight for those days, make sure schedules, family and work won’t put a kink in your schedule.
No one seems to actually agree on, running or jogging is best – so work this out on your own and logically take care of yourself. If your joints, back or legs hurt each time – walking is another pretty darn safe alternative. If you’re the competitive type and want to enter marathons and running events, do yourself a favor and get a good trainer to give you assistance.