We all know that we should exercise more, but it's easy to get overwhelmed by going to the gym and do complex workout routines. What if I told you one of the simplest yet most effective forms of exercise is completely free - jogging!
Grab your sneakers and hit the sidewalk for a half an hour jog every day provides a ton of benefits. Not only will it improve your physical health, but regular jogging also boosts your mental well-being and build your self-discipline.
One of our members' own experience:
I have been avoiding doing sports for most of my life like it is some kind of disease. As I am getting overweight, I decided that I have to overcome my laziness and try jogging.
For the first week, I only went for a short walk around my block for 15 minutes. I was taking it slow since I haven't done any real exercise before. At the end of the week, my body was pretty used to fast walking so I upgraded the exercise to real jogging.
After a couple of weeks, I built up the courage to try jogging for an entire 30 minutes. At first, the first 5-10 minutes felt like hell as my lungs and legs always felt like it was burning. But I pushed through by focusing on my breathing technique and taking breaks if I needed it. Gradually, I actually did it without stopping!
As time went on, jogging became less of a chore and more of a highlight of my day. I made it less boring by listening to music or a podcast while doing it. Nowadays, I'm more confident about my physique and I have built a solid sense of self-discipline.
What you can gain:
Jogging gets your heart rate up to strengthen your cardiovascular system. It also tones your muscles and improves flexibility. Even light jogging helps manage weight and reduces risks for diseases like heart disease and diabetes.
Jogging is also a simple way to build self-discipline. Committing to a regular routine, even if just 3 times a week, shows you can stick to goals. Reaching small milestones like increasing your distance by 0.5 miles each week is motivating. This improved self-efficacy can inspire you in other areas of life as well.
Running also has a positive impact on your mental well-being. It has been demonstrated that being in nature, outside, reduces stress and anxiety. The meditative rhythmic movement helps you forget about your everyday concerns. It releases happy hormones called endorphins, which give you a boost of energy.
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