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How to Dress for Cold Weather Running

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Cold weather doesn't mean that you have to banish yourself to the treadmill all winter long. Thanks to new technology in winter running clothes, runners no longer have to trudge through outdoor winter runs wearing lots of heavy and uncomfortable clothing.
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Runners, Injuries & Nutrition

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     Runners get injured. Seems like it’s part of the deal. Be it a torn ACL, Achilles tendonitis, or a pulled muscle, the questions arise: What can I eat to […]
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Why Endurance Athletes Feel Less Pain

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While researching a book on endurance a few years ago, I interviewed a German scientist named Wolfgang Freund who had recently completed a study on the pain tolerance of ultra-endurance runners. Subjects in the study had to hold their hands in ice water for as long as possible. The non-athlete control group lasted an average of 96 seconds before giving up; every single one of the runners, in contrast, made it to the three-minute safety cut-off, at which point they rated the pain as a mere 6 out of 10 on average.
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Why Don’t Runners’ Knees Fail More Often?

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First, the bad news. A sophisticated new model shows that if you start running at age 23 and put in less than two miles a day, there’s a 98 percent chance that your knees will fail by the age of 55. Now, the good news: that doesn’t actually happen in real life. In fact, as I and many others have repeatedly pointed out, the evidence suggests that running is neutral at worst, and possibly even helpful, for the long-term health of your knees. So the real question—and it’s an interesting one—is why runners’ knees don’t fail more than average.
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Five Ways to Reduce Recovery Time Between Runs

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One of the best ways to get exercise without having to commit to heavy equipment or changing gym schedules is running. Running has numerous health benefits. However, it's easy to feel worn out and sore after a long run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or are new to the experience, here are some tips to help your body bounce back faster and feel ready for your next run sooner.
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Prevent and Treat Common Summer Skin Rashes

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Trail runners and hikers may love to experience Colorado's great outdoors. But there are also a variety of skin ailments that can develop. To help prevent and treat common summer rashes and other skin issues, board-certified dermatologist Elizabeth Kiracofe, MD, FAAD recommends the following tips...
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Sof Sole introduces new full-length plantar fascia Insole

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Designed to fit any shoe type, the new Full-Length Plantar Fascia insole works to keep the foot supported for long periods of time. The insole’s Plantar Relief Bridge provides sturdy support to painful arches, while the comfortable gel heel with stabilizing heel cup offers motion control and added stability.
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