Although autumn is known for
making your favorite trail runs a muddy mess with the rain and snow, there’s one
less reason to shake your fist at Mother Nature as you transition from trails
to concrete this year. Jogging in place is proving to be a health benefit for
more than the average housewife during Oprah. Whilst waiting at stoplights,
running in place is sure to shield your muscles from tightening in the cool
weather that lies ahead.
Now,
you can do more than your typical calf stretch against a stop sign while
waiting for traffic to pass. According to an article published on
LiveStrong.com, jogging in place will help maintain a working heart rate and
allow for a mid-workout stretch. Not only can you avoid tension in your
Achilles tendon and in your calves from the stop-and-go nature of running
through city streets, but you will continue to shed calories while waiting your
turn at the crosswalk.
You’re
not alone if you’re resistant to begin a running routine for the chillier
months. So combat Mother Nature’s winter coat by jogging in place at stoplights,
and save the treadmill for the severely snowy days.
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