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How to buy a Used Treadmill For Sale (safely) on Craigslist

How to Buy a Used Treadmill for sale on Craigslist100Shares100Treadmills are notorious for ending up unused, forgotten about, in the basement and in the way. Hundreds of people purchase these machines every year with the intent to use it regularly to loose weight or stay in shape – but, we all know how quickly that […]

Compression socks used to be the sole reserve of diabetics and airplane pilots, but have now become gradually acceptable among runners. There’s a reason why some of the faster runners in the world have started using them. We break down the benefits of running compression socks?

The 7 Benefits of Running Compression Socks

What Are the Benefits of Running Compression Socks?1Shares1Compression socks used to be the sole reserve of diabetics and airplane pilots, but have now become gradually acceptable among marathon runners and other runners generally. longer distance runners, in particular, have been using compression socks for several years now. There’s a reason why.Though these usually knee-high socks […]

Runninghas soooo many benefits for your health. Adding healthy eating can help add even more benefits while you are training. We answer the question: what are some good recipes for athletes (& us non-athletes) in training?

What Are Some Good Recipes for Athletes (& us Non-Athletes) in Training

What Are Some Good Recipes for Athletes (& us Non-Athletes) in TrainingSharesSince I started running and training I have began to pay more attention to the type of food that I eat. What I learned in the very beginning is that what you eat will have an impact on your body, including the energy level […]

Staying motivated for an upcoming race can be a tough task especially if it is your first race. From training plans to knowing what to eat, what to wear wear; there is a lot that goes into it! Here are our favorite seven helpful tips for staying motivated for your first 5K.

7 Helpful Tips for Staying Motivated for Your First 5K

7 Tips for Staying Motivated for your First 5K643Shares643Anytime you begin a new habit or set a goal, there is one simple key to success: motivation. Anyone who has ever reached a goal did so because they were motivated to begin, and they stayed motivated until they achieved it. It’s a natural law of life […]

What are the Benefits of Chia Seeds for Runners?

What are the Benefits of Chia Seeds for Runners?Shares1Athletes in general are required to keep a strict balanced diet. Ensuring that their bodies get the right amount of all manner of nutrients so that they can function at their maximum capabilities. Good meal supplements help to give the daily diet that extra kick that it […]

The easiest way to avoid the dreaded post run hangry (hungry/angry) is by consuming GOOD nutrient rich food. Here are my favorite post run foods that you should eat

20 Post Run Foods That You Should Eat

20 Post Run Foods That You Should Eat1Shares1When it comes to post-run fuel, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the enormous amount of material out there that tells you what you should eat, what you shouldn’t eat, how much you should eat and when you should eat it. The ever-growing marketing platform for post-workout bars, […]

If you are a morning runner you know the importance of a delicious AND healthy breakfast. Here are my favorite 8 simple & healthy breakfast ideas for Runners

8 Simple & Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Runners

8 BREAKFAST IDEAS FOR RUNNERSIf you have got into running to lose weight or to be healthier you my friend, are on the right path. In addition to running, the foods you consume can help you reach your goal. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day especially after you run in the morning. […]

If you are training for a race this summer, there are several things you need to think about especially when the tempatures go up. Our ultimate guide to summer running will keep you cool and injury free.

The Ultimate Guide to Summer Running

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SUMMER RUNNING1Shares1I love running, and I love summer, but running in the summer is something I kind of hate. As much as I love running by green flowering trees and sparkling waters, the heat and humidity usually get the better of me and send me running indoors for the treadmill or […]

11 Tips on How to Run A Faster 5K

11 TIPS ON How to RUN FASTER 5K2.1kShares2.1kThe key to running faster is really about running smarter. Anyone can learn to run faster, but knowing how to get there safely is the real trick. When we shock the body to build more running speed, we increase the likeness of injuries, so it’s imperative that we […]

10 Effective Hydrating Strategies for 5K Runners

10 Effective Hydrating Strategies for Runners

Ten Effective Hydrating Strategies for Runners92Shares5042Staying hydrated isn’t always easy, yet it’s necessary to not only achieving optimal athletic performance but greater overall health. While it seems that the way to stay hydrated is super simple (just drink a lot of water!) many runners struggle to achieve optimal hydration, especially during periods of intense training. […]

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