More and more Chinese are jogging to stay healthy. Most joggers will run alone, but some will jog with friends or even coaches. The Beijing Olympic Forest Park is one of the most popular spots.
Jogging after a whole day's work can be a way to relax people. It is true for He Wenjun, whose workplace is right near the Beijing Olympic Forest Park. She discovered her athletic talent at the age of seven, when she began playing tennis. Then she turned to jogging, and she has kept it for 10 years.
"I come to jog almost every day after work, whenever I have time.And for me, a girl, it helps me to keep slim, " she said.
She says she prefers jogging alone, so she can focus better. She loves jogging, even during Beijing's smoggy days. "If the smog is severe, I'll hold off for a while. But if I really want to get away from work, I'll wear a mask and go on jogging, " she said.
Wu Houbin started two years ago, when he was overweight. Within two months, his weight dropped from 82 kilograms to 64 kilograms. The success helped him recover health, and he has made friends.
Jogging does not require speed. If you want to stick to the game, you need to take it as a habit, and then eventually a hobby.
Jogging is beneficial for heartlung function, but improper technique damages your knees and ankles. And, jogging in a bad environment can cause some serious problems. So you should first consider your physical condition.It is advised to jog three or four times a week, and 30 to 60 minutes each time. The best time to jog is around 4 p. m. —5 p. m.
A. Jogging is good for my health.
B. But keeping jogging is not always easy.
C. Jogging helps people be liked by their friends.
D. And then decide the amount and type of exercise.
E. Nothing can stop me jogging even in the terrible weather.
F. For those who are not so athletic, jogging also has its attractions.
G. It is filled with runners in the afternoon, usually after work and at weekends.
