Entry #8: Risk of Jogging

Ever since I was 12, going on jogs was my favorite way to get a good workout in. Every day after school I would put my running shoes on and spend more than 30 minutes jogging back and forth around the neighborhood. It was the best way to relax, unwind, and get some fresh air. This was especially true for high-school when I took on a higher workload as far as schoolwork goes. I even noticed a few other benefits, including the loss of a few pounds, clearer skin, as well as higher energy levels and endurance. 


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However, once I got to my Junior year of high school, I noticed that there may be some downsides to jogging. A slow pain in my right knee and hip began growing, and it got worse every time I went for a run. Noticing the connection, I stopped my favorite daily activity and went to get x-rays done to find out what was wrong. Despite the fact that the x-rays didn't show anything wrong, the pain persisted and I had to be more cautious with my jogging habits.

Despite the amazing benefits I received, I was now experiencing negative effects.  Though I experienced some amazing benefits, over-doing it eventually led to physical harm. In addition to pain in my right hip, I had also developed pain in my knees. Instead of fighting it, I decided to rest more and listen to what my body was telling me. After all, doing too much of a good thing can become a bad thing. When it comes to exercise, though it may seem counter intuitive, having some level of moderation can actually be more beneficial in the long run.

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  1. Ezra NDecember 4, 2023 at 12:31 PM

    Hi, Taylor -- Running is an excellent form a cardio and exercise. I used to run consistently in high school for my cross country team, and people don't realize how intense of a sport it is! Running a tough mental workout and can have negative impacts on your joints too. Have you ever tried yoga? The stretching and low-impact nature of yoga would be great for helping alleviate those joint pains.

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