HELPFUL TIPS FOR BEGINNING JOGGERS By Dr David Johnson, Tampa

Introduction Tampa, Florida resident Dr. David R. Johnson is a medical

professional with more than 35 years of experience. In conjunction with his professional interests, Dr. David Johnson also focuses on his personal health by maintaining a long term interest in eating healthy and regular exercise.

Eating healthy involves choosing whole foods rather than highly processed foods and including plenty of raw fruits and vegetables. Enjoying a wide variety of foods while keeping individual meals simple promotes good nutrition. If overeating is a problem, keeping a daily log of calories consumed can be quite effective in achieving a healthy weight.

Beginning Joggers Regular exercise can be accomplished using various

kinds of exercise. Choose an exercise that works for you based on personal interests, available time, health status, age, physical ability and financial ability to purchase needed equipment. Using proper equipment, such as appropriate shoes, can help to minimize soreness and injury and promote a successful and sustainable exercise program.

It is always advisable to seek assistance by consulting your physician, a nutritionist, a physical trainer or other experienced professional and to gather information and safety tips from publications and or the internet.