March 16, 2010 — by Louise
General Fitness, Running
There are many people like you and me, interested in fitness and willing to make the commitment to exercise, but then there is the other side of the spectrum, where people don't mind sitting all day long. We all have friends just like that. What if you could be the influence that caused one of those friends to add exercise to their schedule, to begin to lead a healthier life?
I'll call my friend Joe. He tried track one season but ended up in physical therapy (from problems caused by it) with a severe distaste for running, understandably. About a...
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February 2, 2010 — by Bea
General Fitness, Running
A recent article in the
Boston Globe re-sparked my interest in the benefits of running barefoot.
On January 28th, 2010, new research was published about the study of running barefoot that is being led by Harvard scientists. This research showed that people who run with minimal shoes or barefoot usually land on their feet, so as to avoid any jarring impact. Most runners who wear shoes land on their heel first and then roll to their toes because that is what is usually advised. It turns out that this crashing movement is actually very unhealthy for your body. As Daniel E....
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November 18, 2009 — by Joe Lawrence
Aerobics, Eating & Exercise, Exercises, Family Fitness, General Fitness, Running, Sports, Strength Training
When it comes to fitness, there is no secret that you put your body through the wringer. Afterward your body requires the replacement of essential nutrients. There are many companies and a trillion dollar fitness industry willing to sell you the secret potions to replenish you after a workout and to get you going for the workout. Instead of creating an empty bank account, visit your grocery store for better alternatives.
Before your workout, drink a cup of coffee. Athletes used to frown on this because it is a diuretic. Those working out take in as much water as they can...
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November 3, 2009 — by Bea
Running
When I was little my mom would lead me to the clearance section or to wherever the markdown shoes were, and I would pick out the best looking shoes that were my size. What brand they were did not matter to me, how the support was incorporated did not even cross my mind, and other important factors like that were never taken into consideration. I just wanted a pair of shoes that looked good and that my parents would pay for.
If you are looking into actually performing physical exercise on a pretty regular schedule, choosing a shoe based on color...
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October 1, 2009 — by Bea
Running
Some people thing that running on pavement or concrete is the worst thing in the world for you because it is harder and less shock absorbing. These people are right, but what is even worse for you than the pavement is the continuity of the surface--or running on the same terrain on a daily basis.
First, let us talk about why concrete and asphalt are not favored in the world of running. The human anatomy is designed for shock absorption, but, like most things in this world, it does have its limits, and highly repetitive pounding on a hard surface can crack the...
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