Get maximum jogging benefits in minimum time

Get maximum jogging benefits in minimum time

Jogging is among those forms of exercises that are natural and very safe and it has been around for thousands of years and it appears set to continue being there. Runners and joggers have always been there many years before there was ever a gym or a fitness club and all other equipment you could ever think about.

Even though people don’t run a lot these days for many reasons jogging seems to have taken the number one slot in shaping people’s bodies to be slimmer and fitter. There are a few tips that can help you reap maximum jogging benefits.

 Tip #1 – Choose where to jog

There can be times when it becomes frustrating to jog outside because of adverse weather conditions and at such a time you may find it convenient to use a running machine or a treadmill. You may want to become a member in a local gym or perhaps have one in your won home. There may also be other times when the ground you are jogging on outside is not safe and could lead to injuries on the foot or ankle. Many people have discovered it much safer to jog on the treadmill because you won’t have to worry about dogs, potholes, cars and you can actually control your speed.

Tip #2 – Begin with power walking

You will be able to achieve the benefits of jogging if you start your scheduled exercise with a period of power walking. Perhaps you have not exercised for a long period of time and your body and especially the legs need to get acclimatized. Power walking should begin with the smallest of steps and then progress slowly at your own pace. You should be able to build up slowly until you finally graduate it into a jog. This is the kind of approach that appears to be natural and safe and your body will take it kindly. The other advantage of doing a power walk is that you will actually be doing a form of exercise that is beneficial to your body. When you begin with a power walk you will end up avoiding unnecessary injuries as well.

Tip #3 – Remember to warm up

It is highly recommended to begin any form of exercise with a good warp up and after you are through to warm down your muscles. Warm helps in prevention of injuries as well as preparing your muscles for the jog because the increase of blood flow brings warmth to the muscles making them most effective. You should start of jogging slowly and build up to your maximum speed   after you finish you need to also wind down slowly before finally coming to a stop. Your muscles are also going to feel better when you finish off completely with some form of stretching exercise.  When you are done completely it is recommended that you sit down and raise your feet above the level of your heart so that your heart quickly returns to normal.