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Wog it off
Feb 27, 2008 --
What is wogging?
Wogging is a combination of walking and jogging. It is one of the easiest ways to take your walking routine to the next level.
How do you do it?
Just watch a child. Children naturally wog, they walk for a bit, then start to run for awhile, when they get tired they walk again.
Why wog?
There are many benefits to adding a little wogging to your walking routine.
Wogging burns more calories, improves your heart health and may even ward off osteoporosis. According to the experts at Runner’s World Magazine, just by adding a few minutes of running, you can increase the amount of calories you burn, build stronger bones and boost your overall level of fitness.
A “wog” program works best for someone who has already been walking at least 30 minutes consistently several times per week.
Here’s a six week wogging program.
Week 1: Walk 4 minutes, jog 2 minutes. 4 times. Total time 24 minutes.
Week 2: Walk 3 minutes, jog 3 minutes. 4 times. Total time 24 minutes.
Week 3: Walk 2.5 minutes, jog 5 minutes. 4 times. Total time 30 minutes.
Week 4: Walk 3 minutes, jog 7 minutes. 3 times. Total time 30 minutes.
Week 5: Walk 2 minutes. Jog 8 minutes. 3 times. Total time 30 minutes.
Week 6: Walk 2 minutes, jog 9 minutes. 3 times. Total time 33 minutes.
A light jog is as easy as walking fast. Be sure to run with your shoulders back and your arms loose. Don’t clench your fists. Keep your head up and your eyes focused in front of you. Before starting any new fitness program or routine, experts advise checking with your doctor to be sure you have no limitations.
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