Sunday, October 21, 2012

Running Techniques for Maximum Health Benefits

Running Techniques for Maximum Health Benefits


by Jerrod Lastimoso


The list of benefits from jogging (or running if you like) is long and very impressive to say the least. You can run almost anywhere there is ground - grass, hills, pavement, sidewalk, dirt, whatever. Here are some effective and proven jogging principles to take with you when you hit the road, or trail.

It is important to pay attention to your footwear when running or jogging. It is important to wear thick socks designed for athletic shoes. While jogging is beneficial, it puts a lot of impact on your feet and ankles so without good running shoes, you risk a variety of problems. Ideal running shoes will fit your feet well and are comfortable to wear, and will need to be replaced as soon as they start to wear out. To make sure you get the best shoes for you, try out several styles and brands. You increase the risk of spraining your ankle or knee if you run in shoes that don't fit your feet or that are breaking down. Good shoes are the only real expense for joggers but they are important for you to take care of your feet.

For those that haven't exercised in awhile, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor before you start jogging. This is critical for those with health problems or who are overweight. Your doctor may have advice for based on your medical history, even though almost everyone could benefit from jogging. Because jogging can be adapted to work with any fitness level, chances are your doctor will encourage you to give it a try. Because some conditions require special precautions, you should still talk to your doctor first.

Do be sure to learn how to warm up, stretch, and then afterwards you'll want to warm down and stretch a little, as well. The point of warming down is to allow your body to adjust without experiencing extremes of activity. Just remember to begin at a slow pace, and then when you're almost finish you want to ramp it down and finish slowly. Be very sure you get in the habit of a pre-run stretching session, and then do a post-run stretch.

If you're interested you can encourage your heart to relax more by simply elevating both feet to a comfortable point above the plane of your heart. There are several reasons to start jogging on a regular basis. It will improve your overall fitness level and help you to lose weight. You can also improve your mood not only by jogging but also by doing any machine exercises like using the schwinn recumbent exercise bikes. The main factor to getting the most out of your running is to be consistent. The jogging advice we've covered in this article can help you get started with this simple but powerful form of exercise.




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