The Truth About Stretching

Posted by Angie | Posted in Cross-Training, Podcasts | Posted on 27-08-2010

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Stretching after a run can reduce muscle soreness and fatigue, prevent joint injuries, and increase the muscle’s efficiency of movement (improving your overall speed, stamina, posture, balance, and form).

Stretching is also great for relaxation!

But unfortunately many runners do not have a good stretching routine. Or worse, their stretching is doing more harm than good! Read the rest of this entry »

Interview with Bart Yasso

Posted by Angie | Posted in Motivation, Podcasts | Posted on 13-08-2010

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Bart Yasso is the Chief Running Officer at Runner’s World magazine and author of the Book, My Life on the Run. He has completed the toughest races on the planet and influenced thousands of people to improve their lives through running.

In this interview we ask Bart about his journey as an iconic runner, training tips for beginners, the mental aspects of running a marathon, and much more.

Bart’s story will teach you to never limit where running can take you. Read the rest of this entry »

The Growing Popularity of Running

Posted by Angie | Posted in Motivation, Podcasts | Posted on 31-07-2010

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popularity
More and more people around the world are discovering how awesome running is for coping with stress, losing weight, staying fit, and finding new purpose in life.

Should we be surprised?

We marathoners have known all along how running can bring satisfaction to life in even the toughest times.

But now it seems our little secret is getting out! Read the rest of this entry »

Strategies to Help You Run Faster

Posted by Angie | Posted in Podcasts | Posted on 21-07-2010

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runfasterRunners are a competitive breed.

Something deep inside drives us to set new personal records. Many of our listeners have asked me about how to improve their race times.

So without further ado, let’s talk about running faster!
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Sweating and Hydrating 101

Posted by Angie | Posted in Podcasts | Posted on 09-07-2010

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water bottleWhen I run I sweat. . . a lot!

In fact, I once had an elderly lady at the YMCA approach me and ask, “Excuse me, um I was wondering, why do you sweat so much?”

Believe it or not this was not the only time people have noticed my well fuctioning eccrine glands.

So being a recognized expert when it comes to sweat, let me tell you how to properly hydrate to keep the body’s cooling system in excellent working order.
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