5 Ways To Run Faster - How To Run Faster | The Adrenalist

5 Ways To Run Faster - How To Run Faster | The Adrenalist: "f you are looking for methods to boost your speed to the next level, you may be surprised to learn that there are simple ways to run faster that you can teach yourself today.

Speed is critical in almost any sport. Just gritting your teeth and telling yourself to run faster, however, only gets you so far. Every athlete is familiar with the frustration of kicking hard only to be overtaken by zippy rivals who accelerate toward the horizon. How do they do it?"

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FAQ - Weight Lifting For Distance Runners

FAQ - Weight Lifting For Distance Runners: "Weight training is a useful part of a balanced training
routine. Many endurance runners are skeptical about its value and there
have been some contradictory statements made about it. There have been
several studies of NCAA runners and weight training. They were
inconclusive - weight training neither sped them up nor slowed them down on
average. Most world class distance runners never touch the weight room.
Other top runners feel that weight training helps them run."

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Running Recovery Extreme: How to Recover from Hard Workouts

Running Recovery Extreme: How to Recover from Hard Workouts: "Wouldn’t you like to run hard workouts and long runs and be able to recover well for the next day? Now you can. I’m going to share my recovery routine that helps me bounce back from marathon prep workouts and hard speed sessions. It combines nutrition, dynamic exercises, and sleep techniques to help you recover fast."

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Running Tips by expert David Siik | The Intel by Barry's Bootcamp

Running Tips by expert David Siik | The Intel by Barry's Bootcamp: "David Siik, a native of Northern Michigan, was a four-time state champion in track and field, and a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a degree in Biomedical Science and Chemistry. In addition to conducting running research with UCLA medical school and other fitness professionals, "

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Smart shoe to improve jogging technique on the run — www.gizmag.com — Readability

Smart shoe to improve jogging technique on the run — www.gizmag.com — Readability: "A high-tech running shoe being developed by Fraunhofer has the ability to evaluate a jogger's running form and technique in real-time

Given its accessibility to anyone with two feet, jogging is one of the most popular forms of fitness activity around the world, with around 10 million people in Germany alone donning their running shoes and hitting the pavement on a regular basis, according to the Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS). However, this popularity also translates into a large number of jogging-related injuries. In an effort to reduce the number of injuries, a research team from IPMS is developing a high-tech running shoe with the ability to evaluate a jogger's running form and technique in real-time"

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Can I Train for a Race on a Treadmill? — running.about.com — Readability

Can I Train for a Race on a Treadmill? — running.about.com — Readability: ""I'm planning on running a marathon in the spring, but icy and snowy conditions have kept me on the treadmill for a lot of my training so far. Will I be adequately prepared for the race if the majority of my training is on the treadmill?""

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5K training, starting as a beginner

5K training, starting as a beginner: "Whatever reason you want to start running, one of the best mid term goals is to be able to run and complete a 5K race. This is a modest goal and you can be ready in 8 weeks from no running at all. The key is to get out and get started running with a plan of attack that will help you reach your goals."

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7 Training Ideas That Changed My Running Forever - The Spartan Warrior

7 Training Ideas That Changed My Running Forever - The Spartan Warrior: "Over the last 13 years of competitive running in high school, college, and beyond, I’ve picked up certain training strategies that I’ve incorporated into my current training. Some of these training principles are well-known while others are less common."

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11 Steps to Becoming Addicted to Running

11 Steps to Becoming Addicted to Running: "Running is one of those things that you don’t miss until you try it again after a long hiatus. I’ve recently been reminded of this as I just starting to get back into running myself."

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WATCH: Data Tracking Devices Are Changing The Game For Sports

WATCH: Data Tracking Devices Are Changing The Game For Sports: "From GPS watches to fitness apps, technology has changed the landscape of sports on both the amateur and professional level. In fact, athletes and trainers all over the world have embraced technological advancements to help them evaluate players on and off the field."

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High Intensity Interval Training: Sprint Interval Workout

High Intensity Interval Training: Sprint Interval Workout: "This sprint interval workout is a type high intensity interval training (HIIT) that helps build endurance, increase your anaerobic threshold and burn more calories and fat both during and after your workout.  For this workout, you'll have a longer warm up (10 minutes) before going into 4 all-out sprints at a Level 9 on this perceived exertion chart for 30 seconds each.  Between each sprint, you'll recover at an easy pace for 4.5 minutes, giving you plenty of time to get ready for the next sprint. "

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Make Your Gear Last | Runner's World

Make Your Gear Last | Runner's World: "When you invest in running gear, you expect it to last. But common mistakes can shorten the life of even the highest-quality shoes and clothes. Here are six ways to take better care of the gear that takes care of you.  From the Runner’s World Gear Guide, one of more than a dozen free training guides available from Runner’s World."

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