Running Form Secrets – How to Eliminate Overstriding When Running

by EzineArticles.com on September 3, 2010

Overstriding for runners is an extremely common lower body error and could be easily corrected. It usually happens when your leg swings too far forward with each stride. Your foot comes down in front of your body, usually far back and you land on the heel.
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Achilles Tendonosis – Battling a Tolerable Injury

by EzineArticles.com on September 2, 2010

Most of the time when you have Achilles tendon problems they are remotely tolerable. You can grit through the day to day runs with an aching pain. Eventually it will catch up to you though, so how do you prevent it when the initial pain sets in?
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How Many Pair of Cross Country Shoes Do I Need?

September 2, 2010

So How Many Pair Do I Need? This question is a common one I’m often asked when it comes to purchasing cross country shoes. This is particularly so with the more competitive crowd that logs over 50 -60 miles per week. Factors such as your running style, terrain, mileage, and budget will all have a [...]

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Effective Cross-Country and Track Workouts

September 2, 2010

As a four-year varsity runner for Clarkston High School, I’ve had the unique pleasure of engaging in a variety of running workouts. My coach, Michael Taylor, always believed that “A race is won or lost in practice.” And since winning is a lot more fun than losing, here are some workouts that are guaranteed to [...]

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Two Marathon Training Errors You Must Avoid

September 2, 2010

New runners to marathons usually make two basic errors. Firstly they don’t train hard enough, and then when the marathon draws near, they don’t rest enough. To run a successful marathon you need to get both aspects right, the training and the resting. Miss either of these out and you will have problems during the [...]

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Replacing Your Old Pair of Running Shoes for an Injury-Free Run

September 1, 2010

Running shoes are the most important running equipment that every runner should have. It protects runners from many running injuries. Thus, it is vital to identify the signs of damage and wearing out shoes, and when to replace them with a new one. Here are some tips to know when to replace your old pair [...]

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Distance Running Will Result In Injury

September 1, 2010

One of the simplest and cheapest ways of staying fit is to take up running. All you need is a pair of running shoes and a little bit of determination and the sport of running can be enjoyed by young and old alike. It should be mentioned, though, if you are going to run consistently [...]

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Tips For Running a 5k From the World`s Best

September 1, 2010

Here three experts give you there top tips for running a really fast 5k. John Henwood, 5k national champion from New Zealand. Alan Culpepper, former US 5k champ and his wife, Shayne, 2004 5k Olympian.
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What to Eat Before the Big Race

September 1, 2010

So you’ve been training for a marathon for quite some time. You’ve been following a strict regimen of carbohydrates and protein at appropriate times while avoiding sweets at all costs. But it’s the morning of the big race. What do you eat to help you get through this long-distance run?
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Why Cross Training is Important

September 1, 2010

Whether you’re training for an upcoming marathon, or you’re getting bored with your everyday running routine, try to spice things up with a new cross-training schedule! Your body will thank you.
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