5-Minute Fitness: Stationary Jogging

Running in place strengthens your heart and lungs for better stamina and balance

Fast Feet

1 Stand up straight with feet flat on the floor.

2 Run in place, with feet landing softly on the floor and arms pumping back and forth at sides.

3 Work up to running in place for 30 seconds. Rest for 30 seconds and repeat.

4 Gradually increase to 5 repetitions 3 times a week.

Too hard? Do this exercise from a seated position.

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