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Boost Your Mood When Running

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:22:06 +0000

Running usually puts me in a good mood, but there are definitely times when I'm stressed out or just not having a good run and I need something to elevate my mood. Here are a few tricks to try.

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Start the Day Right

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:22:06 +0000

If you're a morning runner, it's tempting to skip breakfast because you want to maximize your sleep time and not have to wake up early enough to give yourself time to digest before running. Even runners who don't run in the morning sometimes make the mistake of skipping breakfast because they don't have time, they don't like breakfast foods, or they're trying to lose weight.

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Healthier Comfort Foods

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:34:34 +0000

After a long run on a cold winter day, I love sitting down to a big bowl of chili or mac 'n' cheese. I'm also a big fan of hearty and not-so-healthy soups, such as broccoli and cheese. The problem with many comfort foods, of course, is that many of them are high-fat and high-calorie.

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How To Prevent Foot Blisters

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:22:59 +0000

Most runners have suffered from foot blisters at one point. There have even been cases when elite runners have had to drop out of races because of excruciating blisters. So what's the best way to avoid them? Get tips on how to prevent and treat blisters.

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Are You a Polite Runner?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:18:35 +0000

Once you've been running long enough, you may start to notice little behaviors of other runners that irk you. Maybe you can't stand those runners who cut you off at the water stops, or you hate it when runners throw their energy bar wrappers on trails.

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Top Jogging Strollers

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:36:12 +0000

Hands down, my favorite piece of baby gear is my jogging stroller. I started using it when my daughter was three weeks and it proved to be a lifesaver. I didn't need a babysitter to go for a run! Now that I have two little ones, I can't wait to use my double jogging stroller...

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Find Love on the Run

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:13:35 +0000

Valentine's Day is a great chance to think about all the reasons you love running. But even though you can have a healthy, long-lasting relationship with running, it won't buy you gifts or keep you warm at night. So if you're single and looking to find a mate who enjoys running, try some of these ideas:

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Go for a Romantic Run

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:52:57 +0000

Valentine's Day is tomorrow and -- while it may not be romantic -- a leisurely run is a fun and healthy way to spend time with your significant other.

If you've never run with your sweetie before, here are some tips for making it an enjoyable experience:

Get creative. When your training goals and programs don't match up, you may need to get a little creative. If you can't do an entire run together, you could always warm up together, do your own run, and then meet up again for a cool-down and stretching.
Be supportive. Do your best to make your sweetie feel good about the workout. Don't yell or criticize him or her during the run. Try to make supportive and motivational comments while you're running and after you finish.
Don't try to show off. This isn't the time to push your limits or prove that you're much faster than your significant other. Chances are, you both probably know who is the stronger runner -- there's no reason to prove it during a run together. If you try to show off too much, your partner may just get frustrated and not want to run with you again.

Get more tips for running with your significant other.

How to Start Running - Again

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:10:18 +0000

Are you ready to start running again after a long break? Getting into running can sometimes be harder the second time around because it's frustrating to know you were once able to run farther and faster. Whether you've taken an extended break from running because of an injury or lack of motivation, here's some advice to make your transition easier.

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Motivation Tip: Adopt a New Runner

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:28:03 +0000

When you first started running, did you have someone who served as a running mentor for you? He or she may have given you information about recommended gear, running books, where to run, or the best races to run.

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