Saturday, December 15, 2012

Running Shoe Lacing Techniques « katieRUNSthis

Running Shoe Lacing Techniques « katieRUNSthis: "When most runners purchase their running shoes from a specialty running store (You are not still shopping at those big box sporting goods stores, are you?) they are already cross-laced and ready to go. Or are they? Did you know there are different ways that you can lace your shoes to make them more comfortable or to help customize your shoes for your feet? Here are some of the more common shoe lacing patterns that help combat some common shoe issues. I tried to find the brightest shoe laces on the brightest pair of shoes I own so that you could see easier."

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find.your.motivation | Running Tips: Wear spandex shorts under your...

find.your.motivation | Running Tips: Wear spandex shorts under your...:

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Run Less, Lose More | Women's Health Magazine

Run Less, Lose More | Women's Health Magazine: "f you walk into a gym anywhere in America, you'll see rows of women sweating it out on treadmills. Stop in again months later, and many of those same women won't look that much slimmer, despite the countless hours they've spent pounding away on that moving belt."

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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

How To Breathe When Running | Complete Running Network

How To Breathe When Running | Complete Running Network: "How to breath properly while running’ is one of the most searched for topics here at Complete Running. This article contains tips and video to show you the correct way to breathe while running."

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On Staten Island, an Experience Deeper Than a Marathon - NYTimes.com

On Staten Island, an Experience Deeper Than a Marathon - NYTimes.com: "We are members of a particular club: the would-be runners of the 2012 New York City Marathon. Each of us among the 47,000 has a story of how we trained to make it – almost – to the starting line. "

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Running in Reverse - NYTimes.com

Running in Reverse - NYTimes.com: "Backward running, also known as reverse or retro running, is not as celebrated as barefoot running and will never be mistaken for the natural way to run. But a small body of science suggests that backward running enables people to avoid or recover from common injuries, burn extra calories, sharpen balance and, not least, mix up their daily routine."

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Duo to Run 125 Miles for Charity at Energy Fitness - Smithtown, NY Patch

Duo to Run 125 Miles for Charity at Energy Fitness - Smithtown, NY Patch: "In support of Friends of Karen, an organization that helps children in the tri-state area diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses, two men will attempt to run 125 miles on the treadmills at Energy Fitness in St. James."

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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Running Is Good—But Not for Too Long or Too Far | Fitness | Washingtonian

Running Is Good—But Not for Too Long or Too Far | Fitness | Washingtonian: "To fitness enthusiasts and athletes alike, running is the end-all, be-all. It’s what many athletes do to warm up, train, and cool down. It’s how 9-to-5ers start their day, with a brisk jog through neighboring streets. To many, running is a way of life."

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Time Off After A Marathon Or Keep On Running?

Time Off After A Marathon Or Keep On Running?: "If you ran a marathon this fall, you’re probably pretty fit. Logging all of those miles for four to five months means you have a huge aerobic base. So what next? Should you start your next marathon training plan soon or perhaps re-focus on racing shorter distances from 5K to the half marathon? Or should you just shut things down, take a long break and let your body fully recover?"

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Fitness News: This Type of Running May Be Bad for Your Brain (What?): Vitamin G: glamour.com

Fitness News: This Type of Running May Be Bad for Your Brain (What?): Vitamin G: glamour.com: "First last week's startling news linking lots of running with impacts on the heart, and now we hear that runners who jog in city environments may be more prone to cognitive decline? (Or, as NBC's headline read: "Urban Jogging May Be Making You Dumber")."

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Monday, December 10, 2012

Run in the Cold? Yes, You Can - Odenton-Severn, MD Patch

Run in the Cold? Yes, You Can - Odenton-Severn, MD Patch: "If you want to burn some extra calories before you indulge in the Christmas cookies, here are some local opportunities to log a few miles. Click on the links for additonal information."

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