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For people who love to run, their sport is more than a way to stay fit--it's a way to stay sane and feel whole. It is a lifestyle that ties into every other piece of their world. Here, eHow expert tips for running for the health of it!
Even longtime friends need to mix things up occasionally. And so it is with your favorite running routes. To keep your standard 5-miler from turning stale, spice it up with Read More
So you’ve got some new friends. And apparently they run. And hey, you run! So it should be only natural that everyone should meet up for a nice 5-miler. “We’ll run, we’ll Read More
If sports or exercise is a regular and important part of your life, a prolonged injury can wreak havoc on your sanity. Athletes rely on exercise for both the physical and Read More
In most communities, there’s no need to stay home if you don’t have a running partner to join you on your favorite 5-miler. You should, however, play it safe and smart when Read More
If you are lucky enough to live along a marathon race course, ignore the traffic delays and plan a party instead. If you’ve never sat on the sidelines before, you might be Read More
One of the best ways to enjoy a road race, be it 5K or marathon, is to volunteer at a water stop. Here are some tips on playing water waiter to the runners. Read More
Running comes so naturally to young kids that they don’t even care that it’s good for them. They seem to innately know that they must move fast to squeeze the most out of Read More
After you’ve devoted time and money to finding the perfect running shoes, take special care, so you can get the most mileage out of your investment. Read More
Even though I’m a devoted iPod fan, the last time I ran with headphones I was carrying a 5 lb. cassette tape player. Loved my Walkman! But ever since I found the joy of Read More
Are there demons wafting from your laundry basket? Does your gym bag resemble a fifth-grade science experiment? Has your favorite running shirt lost its wicking power? Your Read More
When the weather turns cool, gloves become a critical accessory for runners. When your extremities are warm, the rest of you will feel toasty. And at a minimum, you will be Read More
Not everyone is a gym person. Maybe you prefer to be outdoors or you don’t want to spend the extra money every month. Perhaps you had a bad experience with a filthy gym. Read More
Are there demons wafting from your laundry basket? Does your gym bag resemble a fifth-grade science experiment? Has your favorite running shirt lost its wicking power? Your Read More
When the weather turns cool, gloves become a critical accessory for runners. When your extremities are warm, the rest of you will feel toasty. And at a minimum, you will be Read More
Not everyone is a gym person. Maybe you prefer to be outdoors or you don’t want to spend the extra money every month. Perhaps you had a bad experience with a filthy gym. Read More
Not everyone is a gym person. Maybe you prefer to be outdoors or you don’t want to spend the extra money every month. Perhaps you had a bad experience with a filthy gym. Read More
Want to run a marathon without bothering with all 26.2 miles? A marathon relay is the race for you. Marathon relays have all the joys of your standard 5k or 10K race, but Read More
In running circles, black toenails often seem to be a given, if not a rite of passage. But these unsightly injuries can be prevented. Caused by a blood blister underneath Read More
A great addition to most any running regimen is the hill workout. Done in conjunction with respectable amounts of flat running, hill repeats will build strength, improve Read More
Water jogging is exactly what it sounds like. You jog. In water. But more than giving you another option during inclement weather, water jogging is about a no-impact Read More
Barefoot running allows your foot to move through its natural range of motion. It strengthens your feet, ankles, and Achilles tendon, plus improves your running posture. Read More
Plantar fasciitis, a condition caused by tiny tears in the connective tissue under the foot, leaves sufferers with a sharp pain in the middle of the heel or along the arch Read More
Before you head to the local running track, make sure you know the unspoken rules. Following proper track etiquette keeps you safe from injury and free from ridicule. Read More
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