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Start Jogging

  • 10-11-2008 12:52pm
    #1
    netvista
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 179 ✭✭


    Hi Guys. I'm just starting to take up jogging and i'm wondering what kind of exercises i should be doing to warm up and down so i don't do myself an injury.


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  • #2
    Woddle
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,492 ✭✭✭Woddle


    I warm up by running as slow as possible for 10 mins and then start my training properly and when I'm finished I spend about 10 mins stretching calfs, quads, hamstrings and abductors. I know a few people promote dynamic stretching so you could google that. And remember everyone warms up and cools down differently, so what works for me might not work for you.


  • #3
    zenmonk
    Closed Accounts Posts: 413 ✭✭zenmonk


    Keep it simple - walk/jog for 5-10mins first and then try basic stretching - touching toes etc. Stretch the calves , quads.
    Flexibility is alot better when the muscles are warm - never stretch first always warm up.
    Also maybe a few crunches and press ups to finish a session- a good core is key to good running.


  • #4
    netvista
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 179 ✭✭netvista


    thanks for the advice. i plan to start later this week if not at the weekend so will put these into practice then.


  • #5
    MrJones
    Closed Accounts Posts: 468 ✭✭MrJones


    i'd recommend running slowly for 5-10 mins as well before stretching.
    Stretch gently first then increase it..
    Def stretch the hamstrings if you are unfit. Also the groin and quads and calves.
    Also stretching after your run is good for recovery and will prob mean you are less sore afterwards.


  • #6
    Racing Flat
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,415 ✭✭✭Racing Flat


    netvista wrote: »
    Hi Guys. I'm just starting to take up jogging and i'm wondering what kind of exercises i should be doing to warm up and down so i don't do myself an injury.

    No need to do anything - just get jogging. Jogging is gentle enough so no specific warm-up required, the first few minutes will act as the warm-up.


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