Tag Archives: jogging

Running in the Dark: Be Noticed!

Like many people with busy schedules, running in the very early morning hours or after nightfall seem to be a convenient time for me to run. Mine is now grown, but I remember the days when the house was silent and I would get up to fit my morning exercise in. There was something very special about that time of day. There was nobody asking me things and I got a chance to do a lot of thinking without any interruptions. I had my cup of coffee in silence and it gave me a chance to “get my head together”. … Continue reading →

Safety Tips on Jogging With a Stroller: Part II

Jogging with your baby is great exercise for Moms. It will help you to lose any weight that you might have put on when you were pregnant. It will help to tone your muscles and enjoy the company of your child while you exercise. In Part I we discussed safety tips while jogging with baby. Other additional safety tips include: * Be sure to strap your baby in the jogging stroller completely to avoid any injury. If your baby is not strapped in he or she may fall out of the stroller while you are jogging. Little fingers also have … Continue reading →

Safety Tips on Jogging With a Stroller: Part I

Jogging with your baby in tow is a great exercise workout. The additional jogging with the stroller will result in more calorie burning and set a good example for your growing child that fitness is important. When jogging with a stroller there are some important safety rules that you should always take note of: * Read up on and review the jogging strollers before you buy. Make sure that you are buying the right jogging stroller for you and your baby. Remember that safety is the most important issue when buying a jogging stroller. * Packing your supplies requires thinking … Continue reading →

Finding Your Perfect Pace

Shortly after registering for my first marathon (way back in 1999) I joined a local running group called: Pacesetters. Little did I know how appropriate the group’s name would prove to be, especially for someone like me who knew nothing about prepping to run 26.2 miles. If you are an avid runner then you’ve likely found your perfect pace. It’s the speed where you feel as though you could run from New York to Boston without stopping. I refer to it as running in “the zone,” and always thought it had more to do with psychological factors than physiological, but … Continue reading →

R is for Running

In How to Get Started … Running we discussed the facts about running: It is an exercise you can take anywhere You do not need a lot of special equipment to run You can run outdoors You can run indoors Running is a cardiovascular sport that boosts your metabolism, strengthens your heart and burns a ton of calories Running is not for everyone, though. For example, I have a bad knee and a lot of running is far too punishing for my knee. It hurts me more than it helps me. I prefer fitness walking and bicycling to running. On … Continue reading →

Runner’s Open Door Regimen

Ready to start running? The following is a great regimen to help you get started on a regimen of running to build up your skill to running a mile. It takes a few weeks and a little dedication. Remember, it’s important to check with your physician before you begin any running program. Running is a high intensity exercise and can be hard on the joints and the heart. Be sure you are cleared by your doctor before you get started. That said, how do we get started? Week One The first week, you want to plan for two days of … Continue reading →

Want to Start Running?

Whether you have been exercising regularly or are looking to start a new exercise regimen – running is always an option. I am not a huge fan of running because it kills my knees. On the other hand, running appeals to a lot of individuals who enjoy the sheer physical exertion of running and the adrenalin it generates. Running is a great activity for those that enjoy it and if you are interested in trying it out, here are a few guidelines to follow. First and foremost, see your doctor. You should always get a full physical to make sure … Continue reading →

Triathlon or Bust 3: Running Shoes

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Triathlon or Bust 3: Running Shoes By far, the hardest thing for me to complete in the triathlon will be the running part (see my blog here). For sure I can finish the bike portion of the race, because I regularly ride the 16 miles without a problem, albeit not at a race pace. I can’t go the full half-mile swimming distance without stopping, but I’m semi-confident I can get there. But the running–as I start this quest, I’m pretty sure that I can’t run even a mile, or half a mile, let alone three. When I’ve tried to run … Continue reading →

Fitness Test

Did I mention that there would be a test today? No? So sorry. This test is optional, of course, but it’s a great way to help you get motivated for the Spring Forward to Action Challenge that starts on April 2nd. So if you have a few minutes, take the following quiz and test yourself. Use these score numbers for your answers to the following questions: Always 4 Almost Always 2 Sometimes 1 Never 0 Exercise/Fitness I engage in moderate exercise such as brisk walking or swimming for 20 to 60 minutes, three to five times a week. I do … Continue reading →

Joggers: Are They More Intelligent?

Whether we want to admit it or not, jogging has become a part of every day culture and vision, even if it is only peripheral at best. Even if we don’t do it ourselves, I am sure that all of us pass joggers on our way to doing almost anything every morning. Then again, we may do it ourselves when no one is looking. I once had a boss who told me that one morning he was sleeping on the grass outside his home. When a concerned neighbor asked if he had fallen and if he was okay, he replied, … Continue reading →