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Runners Are Being Urged to Limit Caffeine Consumption
Read why runners are being urged to limit caffeine consumption to no more than 200 mg prior to a race or training run.
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Running Quiz: How Much Do You Know-Part 2
Gaining knowledge about running is just as important as running itself. Test your how much you know by taking the following running quiz.
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I Have a New Fitness Goal
When I took inventory of my life, I left out a pretty major fitness goal. But it's something I think you should all know about.
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Biggest Loser Contestants Run a Marathon: Inspirational or Irresponsible?
On a recent episode of NBC's "The Biggest Loser", the four remaining contestants were given a challenge to run a marathon. As I watched, I became more and more frustrated.
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To Stretch or Not to Stretch, the Debate Continues
There is no clear cut evidence as to the true benefit of stretching, but there is also no harm in doing so as long as you perform the stretches properly.
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Are You Too Competitive With Yourself?
I've always enjoyed running races. But recently, I'm not experiencing those same positive feelings. I think I need to change my attitude, but I'm not sure how.
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Pre Race Warm-ups: An Essential Part of Every Runner's Routine
Pre-race warm-ups are often overlooked by many runners, but read why they should be an essential part of every runner's routine.
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Runner's Knee: Exercise or Rest, Which is Best?
One of the most common injuries to plague a runner is known as runner's knee. Is it best to rest or does exercise therapy help relieve the pain?
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Runnin' Down A Dream--With A Stroller
Jogging strollers have increased in popularity over the past few years. A few weeks ago, I got the courage to attempt running with both of my kids in a double jogger.
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Running Quiz: How Much Do You Know?
As a runner or future runner, it is essential to know the true facts regarding the sport. Take this quick 10 question quiz to test your own running knowledge.
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Running Down a Dream: Overcoming Obstacles
This is the second part of my story on how I took a not so promising finish in my first marathon and made the most of what I had left.
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Can You Be a Success Without Reaching a Goal? I Am
I ran the Chicago Marathon this past Sunday. I set an aggressive goal for myself, but wasn't able to run quite fast enough to meet it. So does that mean I failed? Not at all.
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Running Down a Dream: I Did Just That in Chicago
We all have aspirations, however we cannot allow self-doubt to stand in the way of living out those dreams, especially when things don't go as planned.
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The True Champion Exists in All of Us
We all possess the qualities of a true champion; we just have to believe that nothing can stand in our way, no matter how many obstacles we must get through to reach those goals.
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