Learning to run starts with walking, jogging

Learning to run starts with walking, jogging: "CNN) – How do you start running if you've been a couch potato? One personal trainer gives tips to stay injury free in the process.

Douglas Mogle is new to running, but he's decided to do a 5K race.

Learning to run actually starts with lots of walking. Trainer April Burkey said to walk a little then jog a little."

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How to Look Good in Your Race Photos

How to Look Good in Your Race Photos: "I used to think that race photographers were just catching me at bad moments during races. I'd look through the thumbnail images emailed to me and see all kinds of unflattering poses: painful grimaces; a red, sweaty face; eyes closed; awkward arm and leg positions; my head down as I crossed the finish line. After seeing many race photos, I started to realize that the photographers weren't just catching me at during a random rough patch – I'm just not a photogenic runner! But I started thinking that maybe I could try to make little improvements so I wasn't cringing every time I viewed my race photos. "

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Runners, bicylists ready for racing season » Sports » The Free Press, Mankato, MN

Runners, bicylists ready for racing season » Sports » The Free Press, Mankato, MN: " It’s been suggested to Chris Crocker that he move the 7@7 trail race from spring to fall, the founder of the Greater Mankato Multisport Club quickly scoffed at the notion.

“No, I want it to be in the"

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National Distance Running Hall of Fame Dedicates Race to Boston « Madison County Courier

National Distance Running Hall of Fame Dedicates Race to Boston « Madison County Courier: "(Utica, NY – April 2013) The National Distance Running Hall of Fame announces the dedication of the 2013 Commercial Travelers’ National Distance Running Hall of Fame Race to honor and commemorate the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing.  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The One Fund on behalf of the Boston Athletic Association. Runners registering online will also be able to make additional donations to The One Fund."

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