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As he indulged in a jumbo sugar-covered fried pastry, the runner unabashedly remarked, “I’m skinny; I can eat this.” Well, the truth is even skinny runners die suddenly of heart attacks and strokes. Heart disease is the number-one killer, ahead of cancer, and accounts for one in four deaths. No one can out-run a bad diet.
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Looking to improve your running performance? Want to know the secret to improved endurance and speed on the track or trail? Strength training has been proven to be the game changer that many runners need, offering a variety of benefits that can help you reach and exceed your running goals. Whether it's increased strength, agility, stability, balance, or anything else related to performance gains – strength training should be an integral part of any runner’s routine.
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Do you feel like your running stamina is holding you back from reaching your full potential? Do you dip in energy halfway through your runs, leaving you unable to keep up the needed pace and speed for a successful finish? If this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider supplementing and tweaking your diet. Small changes can make big differences when it comes to improving performance and increasing endurance.
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ADHD is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or inattention. It affects 4-10% of all American children and an estimated 4.4% of adults (ages 18-44 years). ADHD usually peaks when kids are 7 or 8 years old. Some of the ADHD symptoms diminish with maturation but 65-85% of the kids with AHDH go on to become adults with ADHD.
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Are you tired of taking painful steps every morning, feeling like you're walking on hot coals? Or perhaps you've been avoiding your favorite activities because of that persistent, nagging pain in your heels? You're not alone. Heel pain can be a real pain, affecting millions of people worldwide.
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Enjoyment of food should be one of life’s pleasures. Unfortunately, I counsel too many runners who scrutinize food and talk about eating nutrients (protein, carbs, and fat). They put a lot of energy into counting macros, calories and grams of sugar. Some find meals and snacks to be sources of anxiety, not enjoyment.
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Running is not just a physical activity; it's a gateway to improved fitness, mental clarity, and a healthier lifestyle. If you've been contemplating lacing up your sneakers and hitting the pavement, there's no better time than now to start. After all, you should never do tomorrow what you could do today.
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The American College of Sports (ACSM.org) is a professional organization for sport science researchers, exercise physiologists, dietitians, doctors, and athlete care-providers Each year, at ACSM’s Annual Meeting, more than 3,000 sports medicine professionals and scientists from around the globe gather to present their latest research. At this year’s meeting, a lively 10 Questions / 10 Experts session hosted by Professionals in Nutrition for Exercise and Science addressed some current hot topics.
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Personal trainers are used by individuals for a variety of reasons. They can be an excellent asset if you want to create a customized plan that supports weight reduction, enhance your physical condition, or feel that you might use extra accountability or guidance. A trained professional can provide you with the tools you need to strengthen your body while enhancing your running form, keep you responsible so you perform at your best, and encourage you to start running.
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Lugging around excess body fat can certainly hinder athletic performance. Just notice how much harder you work when carrying a heavy bag of groceries up a flight of stairs! That said, if you are an already-lean runner who is contemplating weight loss to supposedly improve your athletic performance, should you think again?
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