Sunday, January 22, 2023

5 Tips To Start Jogging

 Look, I'll be honest: I don't really like jogging. 

But I try to do it daily. Why? Well, because I'm too cheap to purchase new clothes. Also, my metabolism is basically dead. I don't want to go to the gym so jogging in the neighborhood it is. That way I can continue to enjoy my fried foods and pie without feeling too guilty. 



If you're tempted to start the new year with jogging, allow me to share some tips that helped me out. 



1. Grab some pain relief cream because your muscles will hurt when you start. Doctor Hoy's makes a fantastic line of natural pain relief creams. I absolutely love the pain relief gel roll-on. It truly helps with any soreness that I have. 





2. Stretch. I sometimes forget to stretch. I just want to get the jogging over with so I just start and then my muscles are like, "lady, you're 40 now, you can't do this." Also drink plenty of water. If you need to bring a bottle with you, do so. I usually do not but I have seen others gripping a water bottle as they run past. 


3. Download some fantastic music and blast it to help dull out the pain. I found these headphones and they have a great sound output. 


4. Don't overdo it. You'll pass some of the joggers who actually LIKE what they are doing. They'll make it seem effortless and breeze past you in overpriced lululemon gear. But do not match them. No, be content with your Target sweats and stained t-shirt and go at your own pace. I usually jog until I hit 7000 steps on my Fitbit. Then I'm done even if that one blonde lady I see in the mornings has lapped me like 3 times and is actually SMILING making it seem like I could be like her and keep going but NO. (Also, I find wearing funny t-shirts helps. I don't know why. But I like this taco one.)





5. Be proud of yourself even if you only jog for 5 minutes. It's something. It's better than nothing. You can work up to a longer time. And if not, that's okay too. Find something that works for YOU. 



Good luck! I feel like I need it whenever I jog but then I feel better when it's all over because it's A) over with for the day and B) I can have the candy bar and be like "oh I jogged at least half of the calories of this off earlier so it's okay." I don't care if that's not proper logic. It is what it is in my eyes. 


So are you a jogger?



25 comments:

  1. I was, until I hurt my back and now my doctor says I probably shouldn't run. :(

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  2. I’ve never been a jogging person, let alone an active individual. But this year I want to become a bit more active in my daily route, so I might be in the near future! Thank you so much for sharing!

    -Whitney Stewart

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  3. I've never been a jogger but I'm pretty active most days so I don't worry about it too much so far.

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  4. Thanks for the reminder to use my arnica cream. I pulled a muscle in my arm from liftting weights.

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  5. Thanks for the tips! I struggle in keeping myself motivated to do a regular jog, but getting accross your post somehow gave me this little push I need to start jogging again, starting with at least 5 minutes a day :)

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  6. I used to jog all the time. I actually enjoy when I'm out by myself, blasting my music, enjoying the outdoors and jogging.

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  7. It's so easy to overdo it the first time. Starting small and increasing is vital.

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  8. I haven't ran in so long due to back problems. I just need to get on my bike on a daily basis.

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  9. This is a really great post! Thanks for these tops and the reminder!

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  10. I would like to start jogging and I think that these advice can help!

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  11. Some of these gave me a nice chuckle, but the steps ring very true!

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  12. I've done the couch to 5K app before its a nice way to ease into jogging.

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  13. Good to read a realistic tips! I honestly having a hard time to start with jogging, right now I'm focusing more on my drinking water habits.

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  14. I'm a runner-jogger too! I got sucked into racing and such when I started but now I just run to run and it's my huge stress releif and exercise. I love your tip with the funny shirts!!

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  15. I'm not a jogger at all. I do like seeing joggers. :) I prefer walking...on the treadmill. -LYNNDEE

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  16. I'm not a jogger I'm more like a powerwalker to a dancer, I will keep these tips in mind thanks for sharing them with us.

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  17. I like that you're 100% honest with yourself. I am finding now that my metabolism is a thing of a past and I'm not liking it at all.

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  18. I love your approach to this. It really makes a difference when you choose something that works for you specifically! We don't have to conform to what other people do or how others judge.

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  19. All excellent tips for anyone thinking of starting jogging. The approach laid out here is so important to prevent injury and maintain motivation. Stephanie

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  20. Good tips! I used to jog & loved it but my knees can't take it anymore. However I do other exercise and I find that music really helps me keep going!

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  21. It's always a good idea to remember to stretch! Also good to not overdo it, shin splints are the worst.

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  22. Great tips! Jogging outdoors is not my cup of tea, especially during the winter season. The treadmill is my bestie ❤️😛.

    Everything Enchanting ❤️

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  23. I'm not a huge fan of jogging either, but your tips and humorous take on it are really encouraging!

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  24. I am definitely NOT a runner. Some days I think I could be, just to get in shape ... but nope. Great tips, though!

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  25. I haven’t ran in so long. Wish I could but my body just won’t do it. Darned the bad back and rheumatoid arthritis. Plus, right now I’m struggling with my feet hurting so bad. Waiting on my ded/coinsurance to be met so that I can get shots to help.

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