Running is one of the best ways to exercise after you have quit smoking.
Running can be a great motivator after you quit smoking. Running can help reduce some of smoking's big risks: heart and lung disease, cancer and stroke. It also can help you avoid gaining weight, a common problem for former smokers. Always get your doctor's approval before starting a running program after quitting smoking.
Instructions
1. Begin your routine by walking comfortably.
Begin by walking for 4 minutes at a comfortable pace. This warms up your body.
2. Jog for 8 to 10 minutes at a comfortable speed. As a former smoker, you initially might cough a lot during this exercise. The main idea is to build endurance and keep going.
3. Your goal should be to develop endurance rather than speed.
Increase your speed from a jogging pace and run for 10 to 15 minutes. You can take a break for a minute or two after the jog and before you start running. They key idea is to run for a longer time rather than building speed. Run at a comfortable speed.
4. Drink lots of water before, during and after the run. This keeps your body hydrated.
5. Increase your running duration every week.
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