Before you start running, get a physical examination by your primary care physician to be sure it is medically safe for you to be running. Some discomfort (usually after your run) is normal when you are starting a running routine, but this should RESOLVE in a few days to a week, and it should never INCREASE in intensity. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, if your heart STARTS racing or skipping beats, or if you are not sweating on a hot day – see a physician right away, as these may be signs of something serious. If your KNEES and/or joints start to SEVERELY hurt you, you should see a Sports Medicine Physician.

Before you start running, get a physical examination by your primary care physician to be sure it is medically safe for you to be running. Some discomfort (usually after your run) is normal when you are starting a running routine, but this should resolve in a few days to a week, and it should never increase in intensity. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, if your heart starts racing or skipping beats, or if you are not sweating on a hot day – see a physician right away, as these may be signs of something serious. If your knees and/or joints start to severely hurt you, you should see a Sports Medicine Physician.