Which do you prefer? Running in an oval or on the side of the road?

Running, albeit a simple sport, presents athletes with several choices to make. From the kind of shoes to wear, semi-barefoot or standard running shoes, to which place it is best to run, runners usually have their individual preferences.

Lucky for me, for the latter,I have access to several venues for jogging. Living in a place near the highway and a memorial park, I can always opt to run at path walks or in an oval depending on my mood. Having said that, if I were to chose which is the best course to run on, I have to say that both have their own plus-factors, as well as drawbacks.

On the side of the road

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There is a certain feeling of excitement in running side-to-side with several vehicles. And if you are the adventurous type of athlete, you should enjoy the different places you can travel on your feet. You also wouldn't likely to feel tired because of adrenaline rush, with you knowing that you have to continue running until you reach your destination. The drawback? There is always the danger of you being hit by vehicles passing by or stepping on sharp objects.

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On an oval

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The ease of measuring your progress is one of the key benefits of running in an elongated place. As you develop your endurance, you'll have this sense of accomplishment, knowing that you have outrun yourself. One of the few disadvantages of running in an oval is the possibility of being fed up for the reason that you have been running on the exact location several times already.

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From Life's Rhythm Lived On

Whatever your choice is, what matters most is the benefits that running can give to your body. Nonetheless, always remember to stay safe and be aware of your surroundings.