Five Best Smartphone Running Apps

Five Best Smartphone Running Apps: "Not too long ago you needed a single purpose peripheral to track your running, but now smartphone apps make it easier than ever. "

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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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Duluth physical therapist develops running aid | Duluth News Tribune | Duluth, Minnesota

Duluth physical therapist develops running aid | Duluth News Tribune | Duluth, Minnesota: "The lighter you are the faster you can run. That’s the enticing premise for a piece of equipment developed by Duluth physical therapist Malcolm Macaulay as an aid to treadmill exercise"

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Ultramarathon Runners — Richard Donovan — International Racing - Men's Fitness

Ultramarathon Runners — Richard Donovan — International Racing - Men's Fitness: "Ultramarathoner Richard Donovan, 45, recently ran 7 marathons on 7 continents in 5 days to complete the first World Marathon Challenge. In this exclusive interview he talks to Men's Fitness about the chaos, the challenges and the one drink he could keep down during his last race."

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The State News :: Staying active can prevent millions of deaths yearly

The State News :: Staying active can prevent millions of deaths yearly: "Although physical fitness is important to graduate student Clark Goeman, he still falls prey to the occasional indulgences most people treat themselves to."

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Learning to Run for Exercise, Fun, and Fitness | Run Live Learn

Learning to Run for Exercise, Fun, and Fitness | Run Live Learn: "Running, or jogging, is an intense physical activity that many of today’s computer-bound people don’t know how to do.  There’s a lot more to it than simply walking outside and starting to run.  Running without proper preparation and equipment can cause injuries, be more painful than necessary, and turn people off of running altogether."

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Running Doctor: Thoughts on running - Fairfield Citizen

Running Doctor: Thoughts on running - Fairfield Citizen: "The main objective most people have in mind when running is heart attack prevention. The goal is to enhance cardiovascular fitness and stamina and increase the pulse rate for a prolonged period of time. "

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Running in sizzling heat? Here's what to know - Yahoo! OMG! Philippines

Running in sizzling heat? Here's what to know - Yahoo! OMG! Philippines: "If summer has inspired you to ramp up your running program, on Wednesday fitness blog FitSugar shared three things to watch out for before lacing up and heading outdoors."

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Training for your first 5K: Shifting from walking to running | ajc.com

Training for your first 5K: Shifting from walking to running  | ajc.com: "While preparing to walk your first 5K, you might feel restless in your routine, like you’re not getting a rigorous enough workout. It might be time to start running."

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Proper running form helps athletes avoid injuries

Proper running form helps athletes avoid injuries: " SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE, Colo.  -- After slapping on a pair of shorts, t-shirt, pair of socks and some running shoes, most people think they're ready to run, but Schriever Health and Wellness Center Director Ken Lucero says many are going about the act of running the wrong way, which often leads to injuries. "

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'Know you can go that extra mile' - The Irish Times - Mon, Jul 16, 2012

'Know you can go that extra mile' - The Irish Times - Mon, Jul 16, 2012: "MY RUNNING LIFE: When 47-year-old Catriona Rainsford gave up smoking, she put on two stone – which was the motivation she needed to get moving"

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Exercising outdoors has benefits - JSOnline

Exercising outdoors has benefits - JSOnline: "Editorial writer and columnist James E. Causey (right) participates in a Functionally Fit class at Superb Health, 2025 N. Summit Ave. on July 9. Studies show that working out in the outdoors gives participants an extra boost of energy and improves their mood."

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