“Success isn't how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started.”

 ""As we put the front foot down, we lift the bottom foot up. We let yesterday go, and focus on today" - zheng yan

 

Welcome to Beginning Jogging!

I am happy to be your instructor for this class. Feel free to email me if you have any questions! (hbaert@uark.edu) 

 

RUNNING TEST - FINAL WEEKS INFO

MAKE UP RUNS STARTING 09/25

 

Jogging Syllabus                  Jogging Programs          Injury Presentations Starting September 22nd!

 

Fall 2009 Projects: Fall 2009 8 AM      Fall 2009 9:30AM          Schedule Your Visit to Fleet Feet!

 

Where to run in Fayetteville

Example Projects of Spring 2009

5K training program Want to learn how to run the 5K? Here is a 10 week program to get you ready!

Want to known how to add content to this website? Start HERE to find the Wiki Quick Guide!

In the News! Middle-aged joggers have longer, happier lives

 

Need to ask Helena a question?

 

 

Big Achievement! 17 students completed the 5 K on April 29th 2009!

Congratulations to all!

 

Table of contents

 

1. Physical Fitness 

1.1. Physical activity continuum 

1.2. Health related components of physical fitness

1.3. Skill-related components of fitness

1.4. Physical Training Principles

 

2. Why jogging?

2.1. Rationale 

2.2. Benefits

23A Reducing the risk of disease A

23B Reducing the risk of disease B

2.4. Physiological adaptations for jogging

2.5. Climate Adaptations

2.6. Difference between walking, jogging and running

Calculating your Heart Rate

 

3. Getting Started and motivation

3.1. Equipment

3.2. Where to jog?

3.3. Stretching 

3.4. Motivation

3.5. Common Running Mistakes

 

4. Injuries

4.1. Injury Prevention 

4.2. The RICE principle

43A Common injuries (Achilles Tendon Injuries,  Blisters, Chafing, Chondromalacia Patella)

43B Common Injuries B (Hamstring injuries, ITB Syndrome, Low back Pain, Morton's Neuroma)

43C Common Injuries C (Muscle Cramps, Plantar Fasciitis, Shin Splints, Stress Fractures)

 

5. Nutrition

5.1. Food Guide Pyramid 

5.2. Reading a food label

5.2.1. Calorie Containing Nutrients: Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water

5.3. The Reduction Equation 

5.4. Jogging and weight control

 

 

6. A-Z Terms