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I prefer true "running" shoes over cross trainers. I personally think cross trainers are too heavy, but it could just be me. A lot of runners I talk to like Adidas running shoes, but some like Asics, New Balance, or Mizuno. I do hear a lot of people say they stay away from Nike. I just think its personal choice though. Try A LOT on, get on a hard surface, bounce up and down, etc. I may look like a dork, but when I choose my shoes I'm jogging and bouncing up and down the store aisle!! Also, don't think if you go walking or biking you can't wear running shoes....they should be fine. I personally play volleyball in running shoes....I like the cushion!

Also, when someone tells you jogging gets easier each day...don't believe them!! I feel get for usually the first 2 days (after increasing my time or distance) , and then the 3 day I feel like I hit a brick wall! I really have to push myself. The "experts" (whoever they are, ha ha) say interval training is a good way to start out....jog for 5 minutes, walk for 1 minute, for 20-30 minutes. I have found, even if I don't have 30 minutes, a brief jog still does me wonders.

I will say though, it STINKS to try to get into shape sometimes. I honestly am one of those people that don't "love to exercise", but I've found it makes me feel so much better literally all over. My headaches are gone, I have more energy, I'm in a better mood...I'm serious!!! Not to mention I'm getting more "tone" in my legs and butt! Also, I find it MUCH, MUCH easier with a partner. A group of teachers stay after school and jog and its so much easier with a group. We push and encourage one another.

However, do give your body (especially those knees) a break. I give myself at least one day off. Swimming is great cardio also, but a pool isn't as easy to find sometimes!!

One more thing....if you are IBS-C, I swear those Luna Bars the people on this board talk about have done me wonders. I eat one everyday, and really feel it helps with BM's. I think all of it added together I've finally found a good combo!!

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