Monday, October 1, 2012

Top 15 Reasons to RUN! : TheRUNiverse.com

Top 15 Reasons to RUN! : TheRUNiverse.com:

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How Runners Can Prevent Injuries

How Runners Can Prevent Injuries: "Running is one of the most popular forms of cardio because it's inexpensive, you can do it anywhere, and it burns major calories while toning your lower body. That said, if you run, here are four things you should be doing every week."

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Friday, September 28, 2012

YorkRegion Article: Why not step up your fitness routine?

YorkRegion Article: Why not step up your fitness routine?: "We all know that keeping fit and healthy is an ongoing, every day and every week pursuit.
Regular readers will recall I’ve tried short-term boot camp fitness programs, long-term recreational running three seasons of the year and enjoy one-time events such as Fit for Heart.
And being in the public eye through this column has its healthy living rewards and drawbacks.
I was happy to be seen participating in the Terry Fox Run earlier this month, but not so happy to be recognized at a local fast food restaurant."

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Training for Runners: Running 5k - Men's Fitness

Training for Runners: Running 5k - Men's Fitness: "Fall is here and so is road race season. From 5ks to marathons, races spring up across the country to take advantage of cooler weather. Whether it’s the local turkey trot or a bigger event, you could be in trouble if you haven’t been training throughout the summer. Without consistent training, the pounding alone can wreak havoc on your knees and hips. The program below is designed to get you from the start to finish of a 5k with a smile on your face. Along with your cardio routine, don’t forget to incorporate strength training. It’s imperative to keep you injury free and on the roads for the whole season."

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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

With precautions, beach walking or running can be effective... | www.palmbeachdailynews.com

With precautions, beach walking or running can be effective... | www.palmbeachdailynews.com: "Aside from being the site of romantic strolls, the beach can be a place to get in shape or keep in shape.
Walking or running on the beach can be highly beneficial, as long asa few simple guidelines are followed."

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Tips for getting your run in while on vacation - phillyburbs.com: Your Health

Tips for getting your run in while on vacation - phillyburbs.com: Your Health: "Running often becomes part of an active person's daily routine, but when you're traveling, it can be hard to find the time to squeeze fitness into your schedule."

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Monday, September 24, 2012

Fitness: A marathoner’s guide to post-race recovery

Fitness: A marathoner’s guide to post-race recovery: " Most runners don’t wake up the morning after a marathon itching to go out for a long run. Their legs are tired, the body lethargic and the mind mentally exhausted from trying to prop up sagging energy stores in the later stages of the race."

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Sunday, September 23, 2012

Brave seaman does North run in full body armour - Sunday Sun

Brave seaman does North run in full body armour - Sunday Sun: "SUPER-FIT serviceman Brett Runham endured the searing heat of Afghanistan in order to pound the North streets."

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Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Stay Fit This Fall, Westport, With Running | The Westport Daily Voice

Stay Fit This Fall, Westport, With Running | The Westport Daily Voice: "With the forecast calling for warm temperatures and sunny skies later this week, you don't have to stop your summer exercise routine just because the leaves are changing."

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Go for a run - Gettysburgtimes.com: Lifestyles

Go for a run - Gettysburgtimes.com: Lifestyles: " My girlfriend says I should take Zumba classes with her. I'm a runner and I think I can get a better workout spending that hour running. She says I'm wrong who's right?"

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Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Become a ninja-like marathon runner with the latest fitness craze - Chi running - Diet & Fitness, Health - Independent.ie

Become a ninja-like marathon runner with the latest fitness craze - Chi running - Diet & Fitness, Health - Independent.ie: "NEW YORK Chi Running evolved when a tai chi-practicing ultra-marathoner decided to apply principles from the Chinese system of slow, smooth movement to his running."

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Monday, September 17, 2012

Fitness tip: Never good to run through pain, says Edmonton physical therapist (video)

Fitness tip: Never good to run through pain, says Edmonton physical therapist (video): "EDMONTON - Never tell a runner he can’t run or he has to cut back when he’s injured because he’ll tune you out, says Trent Svenningsen, a physical therapist and owner of South Edmonton Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab."

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