Saturday, April 6, 2013

Tips For Running Outside

Tips For Running Outside: "Beautiful scenery, a higher calorie burn, and a toned lower body are just a few things to look forward to when you start running outside. But if you don't play it safe, then you can just as easily be looking at a slew of new injuries, frustrations, and unmet expectations. Stay safe and make sure that your first outdoor runs are your best yet with these tips."

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Tips For Running Hills

Tips For Running Hills: "Do you run by hills instead of running up them? Don't avoid steep inclines because you think they're too challenging. Running hills will make you stronger and faster, help prevent shin splints, and also burn major calories while toning your tush, so here are tips to make hills feel easier so you can start incorporating them into your runs."

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How Runners Build Endurance

How Runners Build Endurance: "Check your form: A broken machine won't run well, and the same goes for your body. Poor running form can cause aches and pains that make you want to stop in your tracks, so check your running form to ensure your body will feel like it can keep going and going."

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Best Stretches For Marathon Training

Best Stretches For Marathon Training: "Training for a marathon is no easy task, making injury prevention key in order to remain at your best. With our 18-week training plan and our core-strengthening series, you can build the endurance needed for your first 26.2 miles."

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Half Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners

Half Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners: "If you have a few 5Ks and 10Ks under your belt, you're probably thinking about running your first half marathon. Doubling your racing distance means building endurance by increasing your weekly mileage. Don't be daunted by this! Try this 12-week training schedule that adds miles safely. There are cross training and rest days built into the program to help prevent injury. Plus, the long runs are on Saturdays when you have time to go the distance, giving you Sundays to recover."

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Thursday, April 4, 2013

How To Run Your Best Marathon Pace—Guaranteed | Runner's World

How To Run Your Best Marathon Pace—Guaranteed | Runner's World: "Every time I look at the data from a recent study of marathon pacing, I see the same thing: blinking red lights. The study is trying to tell us something—something much more important, I believe, than the obvious fact that marathon-running is tough on the leg muscles. Newswire first reported the study here; you can find the free full text here."

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The Spur : Tips for Running a 5K Race

The Spur : Tips for Running a 5K Race: "Yes, there are people crazy enough to run a 5k.  That’s about 3.2 miles.  In fact, people even pay to enter these races, and come away with nothing but some good exercise and maybe a complementary t-shirt.  For some people, a 5K is a piece of cake. However, for people new to running races and want to attempt one, you might want to consider these tips."

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Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Skecher Shape Ups shoes reviewed. - Minneapolis cardio fitness | Examiner.com

Skecher Shape Ups shoes reviewed. - Minneapolis cardio fitness | Examiner.com: "Because we all have such busy and hectic lives, we try and look for anything that will give us an edge in the area of exercise and fitness. We spend a lot of time running around so much during the day on hard surfaces in shoes that create an unnatural way to walk, that our muscles aren’t moving properly and it creates muscle and bone problems, and we don’t burn calories like we should."

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Easton's Endurance Fitness Systems to Host Narragansett Summer Running Festival - Easton, MA Patch

Easton's Endurance Fitness Systems to Host Narragansett Summer Running Festival - Easton, MA Patch: "On Sunday, July 21 the premiere running event of the summer will be coming to the South Shore.  Endurance Fitness Systems of Easton is partnering with Narragansett Brewing Company to host the first annual Narragansett Summer Running Festival.  The all-day event will include 5k, 10k and half-marathon races on the campus of Stonehill College and through the gorgeous suburb of Easton"

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Monday, April 1, 2013

A big challenge: running a 50 mile race

A big challenge: running a 50 mile race: "You may have heard of my 30 day challenges, where I try something new for 30 days. Those challenges are great to try out a new habit and see how you like it."

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Off to the races: Upcoming Florida marathons and 5Ks - OrlandoSentinel.com

Off to the races: Upcoming Florida marathons and 5Ks - OrlandoSentinel.com: "With its typically flat terrain and agreeable weather, the state of Florida often provides an ideal setting for runners looking for their next 5K or marathon. A variety of running events take place throughout the state and the year, and each brings a different theme, cause or challenge to the forefront. Here are some highlights in upcoming races across Florida."

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