5 Things to Know Before Running Your First 5K

5 Things to Know Before Running Your First 5K: "When you first start running, it's easy to get excited about the thought of completing a race, such as 5K. But you may have some questions or concerns before you get started. Here some things to consider before taking on your first 5K:"

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Does Shoe Type Really Matter?

Does Shoe Type Really Matter?: "Runners have been told for years that you need the right shoe for your foot type, and the market for stability, neutral and cushioned shoes is a big business. Things started to change a bit, with the introduction of the barefoot running craze, and researchers started to look more closely at the value of a specific type of shoe for a specific type of runner."

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Marathon Preparation Advice from Runners and Medical Experts | ActionHub

Marathon Preparation Advice from Runners and Medical Experts | ActionHub: "Marathoner Jessica Schein said she first became a serious runner while she was living in New York City and used the exercise as a way to avoid paying for a gym membership."

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5 Tips for Running in the Heat | Women's Health Experts

5 Tips for Running in the Heat | Women's Health Experts: "If you’re signed up for a race this summer, your training plan shouldn’t look like it did in the winter months—or even this past spring. Exercising in the heat is a whole different beast—and you need to adapt your strategy and mindset to tackle it."

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How to Breathe When Running

How to Breathe When Running: "Ever wonder why some days you feel like an energizer bunny and can keep running and running, while other days your legs feel like lead and you have zero stamina? Certainly the amount of sleep you got the night before, stress levels, and diet play a role in how you perform during your runs, but how you regulate your breath during your jogging session also effects your energy levels. Here's how to power your muscles with fresh oxygen on each stride"

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Summer 2013 Running Shoe Guide Homepage | Runner's World

Summer 2013 Running Shoe Guide Homepage | Runner's World:

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Beartooth NBC | Helena News | Great Falls News - Tips to be a better runner

Beartooth NBC | Helena News | Great Falls News - Tips to be a better runner: "With the Governor's Cup Saturday, a fitness instructor has some advice for those running in the race, or those who are thinking of signing up next year.
When the sneakers hit the pavement at the Governor's Cup, Capital City Health Club Fitness Instructor, Debbie Dahl, says a runner's form will have an impact."

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Runner's World Big Book of Marathon and Half Marathon Training

Runner's World Big Book of Marathon and Half Marathon Training: " he Runner’s World Big Book of Marathon and Half-Marathon Training is the ultimate handbook for every runner, from beginner to seasoned veteran! Inside you’ll find foolproof training plans to get you ready for the race, efficient workouts that minimize wasted effort,
smart tips to drop pounds, plus thousands of useful tips and bits of insider advice from those gurus of distance running at Runner’s World magazine."

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Christopher Drozd: Running: Barefooted (Part 1)

Christopher Drozd: Running: Barefooted (Part 1): "The New York Times occasionally publishes sound articles on fitness, but I've found their take on running to be routinely flawed. Tragically so. In following suit, columnist Gretchen Reynolds asks "Is Barefoot-Style Running Best?" and reports that "If foot muscles become tauter and firmer, the scientists say, people's arches should consequently grow higher.""

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Is barefoot running best?

Is barefoot running best?: "Over the past several years there has been a growing trend among the fitness and shoe wear communities to promote barefoot running or running with minimally supportive shoes."

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FYI: What Is The Limit To How Fast A Human Can Run? | Popular Science

FYI: What Is The Limit To How Fast A Human Can Run? | Popular Science: "The limit to how fast a human can run is 9.48 seconds for the 100-meter race, 0.10 seconds faster than Usain Bolt’s current world record, according to Stanford biologist Mark Denny. That is, if you are talking about natural human beings."

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The Top 10 Ultramarathon Training Tips | The Outside Guide to Running | OutsideOnline.com

The Top 10 Ultramarathon Training Tips | The Outside Guide to Running | OutsideOnline.com: "An ultramarathon isn't just a race: It's a windy, rocky, leg-trashing trail to self-enlightenment. Get ready to run your first 50-miler with tips from our ultra experts, plus nutrition advice and a complete 20-week training plan."

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