Fitness: Overtraining can cause a host of serious problems | The News-Press | news-press.com

Fitness: Overtraining can cause a host of serious problems
"Overtraining is a common problem among runners and can be damaging to your long-term health. It is possible, however, to identify the signs and symptoms of overtraining and deal with them rather than falling into the trap that befalls many runners."

Top tips for getting off the treadmill and onto the road - Health & Families, Life & Style - The Independent

Top tips for getting off the treadmill and onto the road
If you're gearing up for making the transition from treadmill running or walking to hitting the great outdoors, renowned health and fitness website FitSugar.com served up tips on March 11.

Injury Prevention Video | Runner's World

Injury Prevention Video | Runner's World

Kristin Armstrong's Running Dilemma at Runner's World

Kristin Armstrong's Running Dilemma at Runner's World: "Standing at the starting line of the Twin Cities Marathon, I felt like baby bear's porridge—juuuust right. The weather in Minneapolis was chilly enough to offer some snap without making me cold. I had just enough coffee to feel awake but not jumpy. Just enough breakfast to feel fueled but not full."

Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp | Gearist

Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp | Gearist: "The time of year is upon us when the day are short and the nights are long. Unfortunately I don’t mean that in the “let’s party” context, I mean it in terms of the amount of daylight that the Northern hemisphere has. I know that for me it means almost always getting in good runs or rides during the week is relegated to almost all sun-less hours."

Sweat Science » Placebos without deception still work

Sweat Science » Placebos without deception still work: "One of my greatest regrets about writing this blog is that the more I dig into the evidence behind most of the supposed “performance-boosting” supplements out there, the less I believe most of them have any legitimate effect."

4 Workouts to Make the Most of Your Treadmill Time | Active.com

4 Workouts to Make the Most of Your Treadmill Time

The 'mill is a fine tool for staying fit when the mercury drops. But it's important to have a plan of action when you hit the machine. Not only will it make the time pass more quickly, but you'll get a greater fitness boost than you would if you did the same type of run every time you went inside. Here are four treadmill workouts to do on the days you'd rather not risk black ice—or blue toes.

Running a Marathon Without Training? « JustGiving blog

Running a Marathon Without Training?

A few years ago I ran the San Francisco marathon without training and finished it in 4 hours and 28 minutes. Most people don’t believe me when I tell them I did this, then when they do they then start thinking I’m an idiot. I did do it, and maybe. The part of the story that I don’t normally share is that my friend Tyson also ran the marathon that day and finished in around 5 and 1/2 hours. To me his run, though an hour longer, is probably more impressive of a feat.

Fat as a Fuel for Marathon Training

Fat as a Fuel for Marathon Training: "Migratory birds and whales rely on stored fat to fuel their long, strenuous journeys. Developing your fat engine will increase the amount of energy you can generate, reduce the amount of carbohydrates you use, and stretch out the glycogen supply during long runs. Added together, you have a more stable and enduring energy supply, better endurance, and faster finish times."

Marathon Signs and Slogans « Pam Daugherty's Running Blog

Marathon Signs and Slogans « Pam Daugherty's Running Blog: "During a marathon, most runners have doubts. But reading the perfect sign at the perfect moment can help put those fears out of their heads. The average marathon runners is on the course for 4-5 hours and will go through several good and bad spots during the 26 miles 385 yards."

Chris Solinsky Training – Correct Your Form and Prevent Injuries

Chris Solinsky Training – Correct Your Form and Prevent Injuries

Earlier this year, Chris Solinsky stunned the nation as he shattered the American Record in the 10,000 meters. Running 26:59 in his debut 10k, Solinsky became the first ever American under 27 minutes and the fastest ever non-African. A month later, Solinsky ran 12:56 for 5,000 meters – the 4th American under 13 minutes.

ultraRUNNING Online - Training for the Western States 100

ultraRUNNING Online - Training for the Western States 100

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” - George Santayana

In developing a training program for Western States, it is instructive to look first at the reasons why runners do not make it to the finish line. The most common reasons are: