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What Artificial Intelligence Says About Running Form

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The physiologist and coach Jack Daniels once filmed a bunch of runners in stride, then showed the footage to coaches and biomechanists to see if they could eyeball who was the most efficient. “They couldn’t tell,” Daniels later recalled. “No way at all.” Famously awkward-looking runners like Paula Radcliffe and Alberto Salazar sometimes turn out to be extraordinarily efficient. Smooth-striding beauties sometimes finish at the back of the pack.
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Itching to exercise? These 7 at-home workouts are free – for now

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Fitness centers across the country have shut down amid the coronavirus pandemic. But that doesn't mean all exercise is canceled. In fact, online wellness communities have existed long before quarantines were encouraged. There are hundreds of fitness influencers, workout apps and virtual classes that can be accessed from a computer, phone or tablet at home, and with minimal to zero gym equipment required.
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Five Rehydration and Sport Beverage Red Flags

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It’s a brave new beverage world out there, and consumers are being romanced by a deluge of “healthy” drink solutions promising to keep them rehydrated, energized and performing at a high level. However, in truth, much of what’s being merchandised in this category is far more focused and adept at hype than hydration. So, what’s a would-be consumer to do who’s thirsty for a truly viable rehydration, sports or performance-enhancing beverage solution, but doesn’t want to be duped by their drink of choice?
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Your Sports Diet: Quality Calories for Weight Management?

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If you are like most runners, you are busy juggling work, workouts, family, and life. You likely eat meals and snacks on the run, grabbing an energy bar here, a frozen meal there, and a protein shake to go. You can easily fuel yourself with highly processed foods that are ready to heat and/or ready to eat.
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Recipe for Super-Seedy Granola Bars

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If you want an alternative to yet-another-energy-bar-in-a-wrapper, make this easy, cook-free recipe! These crunchy, seedy bars offer fiber, protein, and healthy fats. They are a minimally processed and wrapper-free alternative to yet-another energy bar in a shiny wrapper.
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3 Useful Exercises Every Runner Should Know

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A total of 6,228,326 runners participated in various races within the US in 2018. Based on the RaceTrends Annual Statistical Report, the number of runners registered in different events increased by 23.1 percent from 2017. Most of these runners are repeat participants from past running events. To have the capacity to join these types of events, runners need to prepare mentally and physically to endure the grueling training before the actual events. Some choose aerobic exercises to strengthen their metabolic health. But aside from aerobics, here are the other complementary exercises that you can consider to prepare you for your next running event.
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