Training for Marathon #1: Hydration and nutrition

Training for Marathon #1: Hydration and nutrition: "It’s no secret that you need plenty of water before and after a run, but what about during? And while most runners know all about carbo-loading with a big plate of pasta the night before a race, trying to figure out whether you need GU energy gels (pronounced “Goo”) or some other form of in-race nutrition to keep you chugging through the finish line can lead to some tricky trial-and-error experimentation during your training. To GU or not to GU? That is the question."

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Ultra-marathoner hopes to win America Inspired contest and set new world record - National Running | Examiner.com

Ultra-marathoner hopes to win America Inspired contest and set new world record - National Running | Examiner.com: "It’s been one month since Hideki “Kino” Kinoshita was profiled for Examiner’s America Inspired contest, and a mere two weeks since he was selected as a finalist in the 'Passion' category."

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Why I run and how it can inspire you -

Why I run and how it can inspire you -: "However, every morning, at 5:30 sharp, without fail, I find myself sighing as I lace up my Asics and head for the open road."

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RunStreet

RunStreet: "Sometimes you don’t have much time (or desire) to hit the treadmill, but during harsh weather conditions or at night, it may be your safest bet for a run. Here’s a quick speed workout you can do on the treadmill."

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Couch-to-5K Running Plan Checklist

Couch-to-5K Running Plan Checklist:

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U.S. Open Track & Field announces stacked field for January 28 event - National Running | Examiner.com

U.S. Open Track & Field announces stacked field for January 28 event - National Running | Examiner.com: "The 2012 Olympic Track & Field season will get off to a strong start on January 28, at the U.S. Open Track & Field event at Madison Square Garden."

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BBC News - From marathons to mud running

BBC News - From marathons to mud running: "Marathon running has been booming for some time, triathlons have flourished recently and now people are flocking to gruelling assault courses. But how did recreational sport get so extreme?"

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Boost spring marathon training: Run SMART Winter Retreat with Coach Jack Daniels - National Running | Examiner.com

Boost spring marathon training: Run SMART Winter Retreat with Coach Jack Daniels - National Running | Examiner.com: "
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My First Triathlon: A Chance to be Involved | Journey of Iron

My First Triathlon: A Chance to be Involved | Journey of Iron: "With less than 30 days to my first triathlon and just 3 days to a half marathon, I am on a reasonably good path of my journey.
Currently I am pretty much sorted in terms of equipment with a borrowed bike and the opportunity to hire a wetsuit."

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The Greatest Running Shoe Never Sold - Businessweek

The Greatest Running Shoe Never Sold - Businessweek: "Late one night in August 1997, 54-year-old inventor Lenn Rockford Hann placed two bottles of Gatorade near Concourse F of Chicago O’Hare International Airport, unlaced his sneakers,"

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Lukegrose.com | Latest News

Lukegrose.com | Latest News: "The first of the Runners Need G3 race series 2012, touted to be the easiest of the three, supplied a punishing mix of draining climbs and fast descents, which on a crisp January morning was an enjoyable yet challenging first race outing of the year."

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Walk Jog Run - 50 Best Websites 2010 - TIME

Walk Jog Run - 50 Best Websites 2010 - TIME: "Stuck in a running rut? Walk Jog Run utilizes Google Maps and community involvement to map out the best routes in your area. Just input your address and user-generated routes will appear, handily mapped out and measured by distance, speed and calories burned."

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