Persons who do jogging really live longer than others!!

Any Aerobic exercise will be good for you because it increases your heart rate. But out of all of them that you could do like swimming, cycling, circuit training, jogging, etc.....jogging is actually the worst for you. Jogging put repetitive strain on joints in your back, legs, knees and feet and also causes shin splints. Most people are not built to be able to jog without too many worries. And especially if you are short, stocky or overweight jogging isnt something you should do. If you want good health and outside air....take up swimming or cycling. Much much better for you without the risks of joint damage etc

I believe that is true because those who jog regularly would end up much healthier than those who don't. The benefits of exercise is so much and i really consider it a complete foolishness or laziness not to do it.

Thats great that you got the research materials but this research was proven long back ago itself and this research is really very true and try to understand this research and do accordingly and you will live a healthy life happily and dont forget to thank cornyman...thanks dude...happy mylotting..

Whatever it be, the present finding is worth paying attention to. Don't you marvel at all this research that is being carried out? Jogging has been a godsend to aging arteries and to the cardiovascular system as a whole. I walk with my dog every evening and is part of my exercise routine.

well personally i find it tiresome.. but i would recommend it to anyone who has a liking to get up early in the morning from the nice cozy bed and put on your joggin shoes without getting your eyes open...

O! Thats a very vital information, I have been planning to go for jogging but I am resolved now and would start it right now. Thanks, for the healthy tip again, Bodhisatya

When I was still single, I used to maintain my weight and do some sort of exercises and stretchings. Lately, after getting married and having a child, I got occupied with so many things. I'm getting fat and the only exercise that I can do is carry my 2 year old baby and the regular walkings.

It does sound reasonable but the research makes no mention of the injuries that joggers suffer and that is an important factor to take into consideration. Speed or power walking is just as good and less harmful than jogging and has the same benefits. In fact I walk every day and the benefit is that I can vary my pace to get additional benefits. The distance I cover in my walks each and every day varies as does the amount of time but it would be a very unusual day when I did not walk for at least half an hour. Often I walk for much longer but the time will be broken up into several diferent sessions. You see, the days that I am making deliveries I walk when my truck is parked for my break. Sometimes it might be an hour and other times only 15 minutes but every time I stop for anything, it is time to take a walk. These walks I do have a couple of benefits for me actually. One is that I can still get my exercise; another is that it does help keep me fit and active; it gives me flexibility as joints can become tight from sitting for long periods of time and finally the fresh air helps me. It refreshes and invigorates me and that is what everyone needs if they are in a confined space (ike truck or car for example) for any length of time. Even when I am at home, i.e. not away truck driving, my partner and I will go for a walk our pets tagging along behind us. Yes all the work we do out and around our small organic farm is very physical but the work also involves ciontinually stooping or bending. The work does not get the heart rate up anywhere near what a good walk does, so at the end of our working day we take some time to ourselves to walk.

My Dear Friend Yes I agree with you jogging makes one physically strong . I think that all physical exercise makes one very strong physically enhancing ones life . Thanks For raising such a good discussion.....! Happy Mylotting ! Take Care ! Ganesh !

Oh I'm happy that my hubby and I are regular joggers. It means we are living longer. Ha!ha!ha! I just wish that is really true.I would love it to live longer with my beloved husband. Anyway, what is important to me is to be healthy while still living. It's hard to live when weak and sickly. We don't wanna be a burden to our son. This is the reason why we make it a point to live a healthy life. We don't just jog, we also eat healthy food. No fatty and junks...but more on fresh fruits and veggies. It's hard to be lax on our health. It is better to keep each day a healthy day so there would be no day to regret.Cheers!

Hi cornyman, I am over 50 and I try to excercies, but at the moment I am not too well, but I will start again, as I am disable, I cannot go jogging, but I do go on my exercise bike and a walking machine. Tamara

Theoretically that is what they said and I think that is quite true since people who exercise are less prone to getting sick. Unless you got hit by a truck while jogging, you are probably going to be healthier than those who do not jog or do any other exercises in order to keep fit. I have been planning to exercise on daily basis but that has not happened yet but the plan is still there. It is just a matter or executing it. I have been wanting to jog. Previously I had no running shoes as all of them are too old and too small already and now I have bought a new pair. So, I really do not have anymore excuse not to jog but my laziness is still in control of me. My brain wants to do it by my body is resisting every effort to do it. Anyway, I am still pushing for it to happen as there are many benefits of regular exercises. Cheers!

I believe that doing exercise daily makes our body more healthy, flexible,Physically fit and enjoyable...Actually every morning before i get up on my bed, i do some exercises like cycling and stretching for at least ten minutes. When i go to school instead of riding in a tricycle going to the terminal bus i do walking for ten minutes... In this way i kept myself in good condition.

I can't say I am a jogger, but I am more a runner. No there really isn't a differance except for the pace. I try to jog sometimes but always seem to start running faster. I run marathons and try to stick to a good training plan. I just can't get myself to run at a jogging pace unless I am really tired. Which usually isn't until I have gone at least 10 miles. I love running trails. I will drive a few hours just to run on a nice trail. I really don't run for my health as much as for the fun of it. Luckily I chose a hobby that is healthy for me. Good luck to everyone. If anyone runs trails by Land between the lakes in Kentucky, send me an email. I would like to meet some new running partners.

This is a good news. In fact sports is good for the health. But I don't like jogging. However, everyday I go to work and go home on foot for about half an hour. It is my way to do some exercise. Hopefully it can work as well as the jogging:) I love China

That is great for me. I am young but I think running has become something I will maintain for life, so when I am 50 I will keep at it. I hope this motivates more Americans to aim for a healthy lifestyle!

I like to walk but jogging isn't my speed. I rather walk a couple miles a day it's good for you too.

Hello cornyman, that's really a good information. I think i will tell my parents and other relatives that they should do more exercises so that they can keep fit and their health will be much better and for a longer time. It's also important for our health care system because less costs makes us also pay less into the insurance and this can save us on the long run much money. Some health care companies pay money in Germany for taking part in such sport clubs where you can train your fitness. At the moment i'm pregnant, so i did less exercises than the months and years before pregnancy. But in a few days our baby boy will be due and i hope i can start doing exercises more regularly. Especially when i go out with my husband and our baby for some walks. And i want to loose the gained weight from the pregnancy. It is around 20 kilos (after birth it should be around 12 to 15 kilos which i want to loose!). So that's my story and i will definitely start doing exercise and if it's only walking with our baby. It helps to support our help!

hi there cornyman! thank you for the interesting topic and researches to prove the great health benefits of jogging. =) it is true that jogging can and will improve your health because it is a cardiovascular exercise, which means that your heart and circulatory system is getting a great exercise. this, along with proper diet and sleep, helps eliminate too much cholesterol and harmful elements from your body. at the same time, you lose fat and weight. too much fat and weight can cause a lot of diseases, aside from the cardiovascular disorders. and, jogging, like any other exercises or strenuous activities, release natural chemicals from the brain called endorphins, which give a legal and natural "high". this feeling of euphoria makes you feel happier and optimistic. this means your heart beats "happier", and you have a better and optimistic view of life, which results in better longevity. however, i think we should also add that jogging can prolong one's life if it's not overdone and if the location is right for exercise, such as a clean park. overexercising is bad, and jogging in smoggy or polluted areas may do more harm than good, especially with exposure to lead (which has been proven to rapidly decrease your IQ level), carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other pollutants. but as long as jogging is done properly and consistently, it will help people live longer than others. thanks and more power to you! =)

Hi and hello there cornyman! ^_^ I agree with your t0pic. Jogging is really a good cardiovascular exercise. ^_^ And yes, I do exercise but not daily. I do it every other day.^_^