Running on an even surface, like a track, can help prevent injuries.
The most commonly injured body part when jogging is the knee. There are several reasons a knee can be injured, including repetitive impact, lack of stretching prior to running, and overstraining. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to prevent injury to your knees when jogging.
Instructions
1. Stretch before starting your run. Tight hamstrings can add major stress to your knees. Always perform hamstring stretches before every run.
2. Don't let your tennis shoes get too worn out. The cushion on your running shoes will wear out over time, and the wear and tear on your running shoes from jogging can cause stress to your knees. Replace your running shoes every 400 miles.
3. Gradually increase your running workout only when you are ready. Increasing the intensity of your jog too quickly will create problems for your knees. You should be able to safely increase your distance very slightly (approximately 5 percent) every week or two.
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