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Slide 1: It goes without saying that jogging is one of the best cardiovascular exercises you could do. But creating a jogging program is a different story. Creating one will help you to maximize the benefits of jogging, whether you do it on a treadmill or around a track. Here are some tips to create the perfect jogging program: 1. Jog regularly. To benefit the most from jogging, you should do it at least three times per week. Ideally, jogging five days a week will provide you with the best results. How long should you jog? It greatly depends on the intensity of your running. While jogging at a slower pace will increase how long you can run, your workout will be less effective than a high-intensity jogging session. The key is to find an ideal time to run during the day, and then jog consistently during that time. 2. Wear the right shoes. You should definitely purchase shoes that the manufacturer has designed specifically for running. This will ensure that the shoes have a sufficient amount of cushion and support. Running shoes have extra support to absorb the impact that horizontal running creates. While running shoes have become lighter and lighter, never compromise the shoe's ability to provide cushion and support for your feet. Those lighter shoes should generally be worn strictly for racing. 3. Remember to stretch and warm up/cool down. Think of your body as a machine. It's crucial to do some light stretching before and after you jog. You should also incorporate a 5-10 minute warm-up and cool-down before and after jogging, respectively. This will help your body to adjust as you start and end your cardiovascular workout. Failing to do these activities could result in your body literally being shocked before and after jogging. 4. Carefully pick a jogging location. The key is to selecting a place to run is safety. Avoid running in any areas where parked or moving cars could become a safety hazard. You should also avoid running on extremely hard surfaces, (i.e. asphalt, concrete, and dirt) since the uncompromising surface could increase the chance of becoming injured. Should you jog indoors or outdoors? The main benefits of jogging indoors are that you can jog regardless of the current outdoor weather, and also avoid the hazards that face outdoor joggers. On the other hand, there's something to be said for getting some fresh air when jogging outdoors. An alternative could be to alternate jogging indoors and outdoors. 5. Track your progress. This will help to gradually increase your stamina, and will also help you to maintain an optimum level of motivation. Make sure to start out slowly, as your body will need some time to adjust to the rigors of jogging. But afterwards, gradually increase how far or how long you jog. Even if you feel like running a marathon when you start out, remember that Rome wasn't built in a day.
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