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Something You Do that Is Good for Your Health

Tell me about something you do that is good for your health． You should say: what is it you do how often you do it whether you do this activity alone or with other people and say why it is good for your health．

．Running/jogging: Since when? How often?
· Good exercise: muscles＋heart
．Mental health＋persistence＋no stress · If I don't do it...
．Stretching＋healthy food
I try to go running as often as I can. I started this activity when I was in high school. At the time, my father and I would go jogging at night, after I did my homework. It was a good chance to spend time with my Dad since the two of us were extremely busy all the time. Nowadays, I try to go running at least twice a week, but it depends on my schedule.
First of all, running is a great form of exercise．It's beneficial for my heart, as I try to maintain my efforts for at least 45 minutes every time．It's a sport of endurance．I need at least 15 minutes to warm up, and then I try to go a bit faster to break a sweat. It's definitely a good workout, especially for my legs：it can make my calves, my quads and my hamstrings much stronger.
My PE teacher at school always told us that running could reduce the risks of cardiovascular disease（＝heart problems). My mother sometimes goes running too, but it's because she wants to lose weight. In my case, I don't really run to get stronger, but more to relax and forget about my homework and stress. As a student I am very busy. Running is a great way for me to release all the pressure I accumulate because of the competition and the heavy workload at school. In addition, when I run, I try to push my limits, and it teaches me how to remain determined and persistent.
I found out that if I don't go running on a regular basis, I am more likely to get tired easily, even frustrated（＝irritated). I think that running gives me energy, even if it makes me tired right afterwards. The following day, I usually feel refreshed and dynamic（＝ energetic)． Whenever I feel sad or disappointed about something, I put on my sneakers（＝ trainers) and I go for a run. Jogging definitely has some psychological benefits for me.
On top of this, I stretch for a long time after running, in order to relax my muscles and avoid being sore the following day. I think that running is a great way to keep fit, although it could be a little hard on your knees, which is why it's important to remain flexible. And of course, it is fundamental to keep a healthy diet. PE teachers and parents should emphasize on this point with young children. Exercise and nutritious food are the necessary ingredients for a healthy lifestyle.