Being a hiker and a runner, hill running is a great way to combine the two. If I can't get to the mountains to hike, hill running through the streets is the next best thing. Here is an article about how it benefits you as a runner and how to do it the right way: Hill running is something that runners may not like to do, but know that it will make them a stronger runner. … [Read more...] about Hill Running: Benefits and How to Run Properly
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National Running Day
If you see a lot more runners out today it's probably because it's National Running Day. The running industry has dubbed the first day in June a day when runners everywhere lace up their sneakers and hit the road, or trails, or the treadmill. Cities and small towns across the country are planning running events to celebrate the fact that running is a free, easy... okay it's … [Read more...] about National Running Day
Summer Running
The end of spring signals the beginning of the summer running season. And, depending on where you live, that means a few months of hot weather. You can always run indoors on a treadmill, but nothing beats running in the outdoors, especially going to new running locations and checking out a change of scenery. But you do need to prepare for summer running and it's advisable to … [Read more...] about Summer Running
Earth Day and Bottled Water
In one year Americans spend over $11 billion dollars on bottled water alone. That's 650 plastic bottles per second that are thrown in the trash. 60 million water bottles a day that end up in a landfill. That's pretty mind boggling when you think about it. Enough to wrap around the earth three times. Though many people have increased their recycling of those bottles, a big … [Read more...] about Earth Day and Bottled Water
Race Day for Beginning Runners
If you're participating in your first marathon there are a few things beginning runners need to know before the big race day. Here is some advice from Judy Mick, who is an expert at this and who hasn't missed a day of running since 1985. Now, that's what I call dedication! You've signed up for your first road race. You've completed the training and now race day is finally … [Read more...] about Race Day for Beginning Runners
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