Your local park is probably an ideal jogging area, for the grass and dirt paths are resilient and absorb the force that might otherwise injure ankles and knees. Parks also provide space, scenery, and usually other joggers, and advantage for those who feel nervous or conspicuous when jogging alone. The major disadvantages are "keep Off the Grass" signs and stray dogs.
In many communities, high school cinder tracks are available to local residents. They have the advantage of being level and measured so that you can gauge speed and distance precisely. While some people prefer track jogging, other find it boring. You might try jogging on a track once in a week in order to measure your progress.
If you choose to jog on neighborhood streets, try to select ones that are paved with asphalt which is more resilient than concrete. Select an area where traffic is light and jog on the lift side of the road so that you can see oncoming cars and move out of their path if necessary. Avoid jogging at night. Although some people do so, wearing reflective clothing, the hazards outweigh the benefits.
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