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If you’re a new runner, you are likely overwhelmed at times with the thought of how you’re going to finish that 5K you signed up for. The last thing you want to hear about is having to do more training! But before you cast this article aside, please consider the benefits of cross training for new runners.
Dehydration happens when we lose more fluid than we can take in, and if you’re active, your hydrations needs are even greater—especially in the summer. As a runner, dehydration can take a toll on your performance and can lead to some pretty unpleasant workouts. Good news is that there are plenty of proactive steps we can take to ensure summer training is fun and safe.
Father’s Day is right around the corner! No need to panic if you haven’t picked up a gift yet, we’ve got 10 easy ideas for the running man in your life. These running essentials will keep Dad comfortable and stylish while he’s on the go and are all things that he will actually use. Check out our top picks!
Training consistently is of course key to fitness and a successful race day. But since everyone is so busy, runners often skimp on stretching, cross-training and eating healthy. There is only so much time in the day! Juggling kids, full-time jobs and a logging miles is no joke!
That’s why incorporating superfoods, smoothies and yoga is so great for runners
I get a lot of questions about running with babies-- these questions run the gamut of suggestions from which kind of stroller, to good running routes in the area, to tips for making it the experience comfortable for the runner and the passenger(s). I will try and touch on all of these here, with the disclaimer that -- this is my first baby, and like the rest of my running and momming -- this is a work in progress.
You might think as the manager of a running store, and coach of running groups, that I am one of those people who always ran, or for whom running came easily. Not quite. If you’ve read anything I’ve posted previously about running after a baby you know that being a “dedicated runner” has changed a lot in meaning for me over the years. In any case-- my point is, that even every runner started somewhere, so kudos to you for taking the first steps.
So your cousin proudly announced at Thanksgiving that he wants to run his first race after the New Year. Or maybe your mom has taken up daily morning runs on the gym treadmill. You now have the perfect reason to gift something running related that will excite your loved ones this holiday season. Fear not if you don’t know where to start, we have eight great ideas for you to wrap with a shiny bow.
