Potential Benefits of Slow Jogging
“I’m a fan of slow jogging, particularly as an option for people who enjoy the idea of running but don’t enjoy the pressure to run fast,” says Lindsy Jackson, DPT, a physical therapist in Bethlehem, New Hampshire. Slow jogging can bring several benefits:
May Feel More Accessible Than Running
Running can feel intimidating, Dr. Jackson says. “If someone thinks running means gasping, racing, or trying to beat a previous time, they may never start. Slow jogging removes some of that mental barrier.”
When an exercise feels manageable, you’re more likely to stick to it, Dr. Denninger says, and “consistency matters much more than how difficult any one workout feels.”
With any type of exercise, the goal should be finding something enjoyable, appropriate for your abilities, and sustainable, Jackson says. Not to “find the hardest exercise they can tolerate,” Denninger adds.
