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I do lots of Tai Chi and Qigong but rarely raise my heart rate. I used to jog a little but my knees started to hurt and I developed a 'policeman's heel.' I want to start running again but don't want injuries. So let's see what happens.

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RoxdogGraduate

Good luck! Interesting about the Qi Gong as I'm using that to warm up before running sometimes. It seems just a general all round thing to do@

Hope you enjoy your running adventure

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Speedy60Graduate

There's lots of evidence that, done slowly and gradually, running can strengthen and support your knees.

Good luck. 👍

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Speedy60Graduate

runnersworld.com/beginner/a...

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey.

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mom24ukGraduate

Slow and steady and try not to land on the heel of your foot.

Have you seen this video?

youtu.be/9L2b2khySLE

Good luck and keep us posted :)

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QigongGuy in reply to mom24uk

Thankyou. Have not seen the video before. Best wishes.

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