Yesterday was the annual L.A. Marathon, which was perfectly timed on festive St. Patrick's day and the weather was perfect. Approximately 24,000 runners went the 26.2 miles from Dodger Stadium to Santa Monica. It's one of the largest marathons in the country and brings in runners from all parts of the world. So, on a day synonymous with green, I was surprised to see one of the … [Read more...] about Marathons Going Green
Don’t Buy Counterfeit Products
A couple of months ago I went to the Trademark Expo in Washington, D.C. at the Patent and Trademark Office. Among the cartoon characters and licensed products there were booths full of seized counterfeit products that could have fooled any buyer. Most people think of counterfeit goods as the luxury products sold on a street corner, like fake Rolexes and Gucci purses. It … [Read more...] about Don’t Buy Counterfeit Products
Marathons Raise Money for Charity This Thanksgiving
As Americans celebrate Thanksgiving with turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie, runners across the country are raising money for those less fortunate so they can enjoy a good Thanksgiving meal. These traditional marathons are often called "turkey trots" and are held on Thanksgiving Day or Thanksgiving weekend. Sometimes the events are a fundraising marathon for a local food bank … [Read more...] about Marathons Raise Money for Charity This Thanksgiving
Beer for Hydration? Maybe You Need Wrist Beer Bottles
Hash Harriers have been mixing running and beer for decades. Beer wrist bottles for runners Now it appears researchers have proof that beer is better for runners than water for replacing lost fluids. So maybe you need some beer wrist bottles filled with your favorite brand instead of water. Beer after a workout Granada University in Spain tested 25 students in their medical … [Read more...] about Beer for Hydration? Maybe You Need Wrist Beer Bottles
Psychological Benefits of Running
As I was running through the hills near where I live I was thinking that it's great just to take a break away from the office, away from the computer, and away from stress. Even if it's just for a short time. There's a lot to be said for tuning out the world for a while on a run and the psychological benefits of running. Psychological benefits of running Here's another good … [Read more...] about Psychological Benefits of Running
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