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Would jogging be a good thing for stress? or will cortisol levels increase too much? thinking about jogging 2 times a week / 30 min * 2

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Jogging is an: Excellent way to relieve stress. If you haven't been physically active for a while - then start out slowly ; don't forget your stretching.

Answered 1/31/2014

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A member asked:

Would jogging be a good thing for stress? or will cortisol levels increase too much? thinking about jogging 2 times a week / 30 min * 2

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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