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Originally Posted by Lady Dragonfly  Jogging near areas of heavy (or even medium) traffic is not a good idea. Exposure to air pollution (exaust fumes, smog etc) will undo any health benefits. A better idea is to use a treadmill or a treadclimber indoors but if that is not an option, try to run very early in the morning - to avoid the rush hour traffic. |
Yes, this is true. Sad, but true. Most joggers harm their health more than they help it.
Another thing is you need good shoes, obviously. People underestimate this, buy bad shoes. Is hell on the knees.
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