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Runner-friendly towns share seven specific infrastructure and programming decisions (connected routes, right-sized trailhead parking, family play areas, year-round facilities, strategic lighting, a predictable race calendar, and strong local running culture) that transform trails from amenities into…

Athletes commonly struggle with gastro-intestinal (GI) issues, ranging from nausea to diarrhea. Athletes who participate in running sports that jostle the intestines or exercise in the heat for prolonged bouts are particularly prone to GI distress.

When people gain weight, they also gain muscle as the body adapts to be able to carry the heavier load. Hence, people with obesity tend to have a lot of muscle—more than leaner people!