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All You Need to Know About Weighted Exercises

Many people dream of having healthy bodies with toned muscles that help them look and feel good. Getting fit and having the body of your dreams is a long, yet, rewarding journey. The only way you can get a toned body with strong muscles is through exercising regularly and doing the right kind of workouts to help you get to your goal. Some beginners struggle to know what kind of weighted exercises can work best for their body types and what can get them the best results. To overcome that struggle here is everything you need to know about weighted exercises and strength training.
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Mental Tricks to Get You Through a Tough Run

Sometimes a run feels hard from the start—maybe you didn't sleep well the night before or you've had a stressful day at work. Other times, the difficulty sneaks up on you. Things started out okay, but now you're barely halfway through and are already ready to call it quits. Sound familiar? We've all been there. The next time you're having a less than awesome run, call on one of these tried and true strategies, and there's a good chance you'll make it to the finish.
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Walking Is Sometimes Faster than Running Uphill

There was a time, in my younger days, when I thought I would never walk during a run. I abandoned that philosophy about two-thirds of the way up a mountain in Slovenia, where I was competing in the 2010 World Mountain Running Championships. The course climbed a little over 4,000 feet in 7.5 relentless miles. During one particularly steep section, I finally gave in and started to walk. To my surprise, I didn’t lose any ground to the runners around me. Lesson learned, and I’ve been less dogmatic ever since.
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4 Unique Pre-Run Warm Up Activities

If you're a regular runner, you know the importance of warming up before you go out. Warming up allows your muscles and body to wake up. The stretching and light activities help your body get used to being active. The benefits you receive from a good, 10-minute warm-up are exponential. From there, you can go for longer and more fulfilling runs. Your warm-up doesn't have to be limited to jumping jacks, lunges, and other basic stretches. Here are four unique warm-ups you can incorporate into your running routine to spice things up.
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Sports Nutrition: What Runners Should Be Eating

As a runner, you often wonder whether to eat whole grains, fruits, carbs, or proteins after a workout. By knowing what to eat and when to eat it, you can have an edge when running. The proper diet will build up your stamina and make you feel energized. Keep reading for six of the best foods that runners can eat.
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How to Dress for Cold Weather Running

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

     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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Midlife Weight Gain

“I used to be skinny when I was a runner in college. Look at me now. My BMI says I am “obese.” “I’ve always been able to manage my weight […]
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