Jogging facts for kids

Jogging sculptures

Jogging is like slow running. It's a gentle way to move your body. People jog to get more physical fitness without putting too much stress on their bodies. It helps you keep a steady speed for a long time. When you jog for a long time, it's a type of aerobic exercise. This means it helps your heart and lungs get stronger.

Jogging is a super easy and cheap way to stay fit. You can jog almost anywhere! But it's best to avoid busy roads where car fumes fill the air. Try not to jog too much on hard sidewalks. Softer places like grass are better for your knees because they absorb the impact.

Jogging helps people to keep fit and healthy

Jogging has become very popular over the last 30 years. You'll see people of all ages jogging everywhere. This exercise is great for helping people control their weight. It also helps your heart and blood system without putting too much strain on your joints.

Why Jogging Is Good For You

Jogging can be anywhere such as in the park

Jogging has many cool benefits for your body and mind!

Live Longer and Stay Young

A study from Stanford University School of Medicine found that jogging can help you live longer. It can also slow down the effects of aging. Jogging is good for your heart and blood system. It also helps fight obesity and keeps you healthy.

Lower Risk of Cancer

The National Cancer Institute has done studies that suggest jogging can lower your risk of certain cancers. These include lung, colon, breast, and prostate cancers. The American Cancer Society suggests jogging for at least 30 minutes five days a week. This can help prevent cancer.

Jogging is a cheap and effective form of exercise

Boost Energy and Mood Outdoors

Jogging on a treadmill is good for your health. It helps prevent cancer and lose weight. But a study found that jogging outdoors has extra benefits! It can give you more energy and help you focus better. Jogging outside is a better way to improve your energy and mood than using a treadmill.

Stronger Bones and Heart

Jogging also helps prevent damage to your muscles and bones. This damage often happens as people get older. It makes your heart work better and improves blood flow. Jogging also helps you keep a healthy weight.

Related pages

• Strength training
• Healthy lifestyle

Images for kids

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  Women jogging along Morro Strand State Beach, California, U.S.

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  Jogging track in Hong Kong

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  A detail of an ancient mosaic depicting a young woman who jogs with dumbbells, fourth century AD

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  Säpojoggen jogging event in Sweden

See also

In Spanish: Jogging para niños