Water is one of the most important things a runner can consume. About 60% of a runner's total body weight is water. Water helps maintain body temperature, improve digestion, and helps with circulation and excretion of wastes. Dehydration and runners If a runner doesn't drink enough water, they won't able to sweat adequately, and this is how body temperature is regulated. If … [Read more...] about Dehydration and Runners
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Unique Marathon Promotional Products
Try to wrap your head around this figure $170 million. That’s how much money the Chicago Marathon produces in a single year. With 45,000 entrants a year and an uncountable amount of spectators, one thing is for sure. The Chicago Marathon draws a crowd. And with that crowd comes consumer dollars. Over 245 endorsed marathons are run across the U.S. every year. Companies see the … [Read more...] about Unique Marathon Promotional Products
Jump Roping for Runners
If the winter weather is keeping you from your normal outdoor running routine, try a challenging alternative like jump roping. It's easy, effective and inexpensive. All it takes is a rope and enough space to jump. It's perfect for runners who want a good total body workout but can't get outside. Jump roping is a method of cross training for runners that improves strength and … [Read more...] about Jump Roping for Runners
Kids and Running
Most kids are natural runners. But what about the ones that aren't? Is there a way to get them interested in running and at what age should they start? How closely should they be supervised? A good age to start is somewhere between kindergarten and the first grade. If they show an interest you can help them along by starting them off slowly and working up to a more … [Read more...] about Kids and Running
Why Promotional Products Work
Promotional products work! Don't believe me? Think about all of the T-shirts or hats sitting in your closet. I bet you can remember the brand that is printed on them. Promotional products Promotional products are things like T-shirts, hats, water bottles, pens and basically anything else that you can put a logo on. How many of those do you have in your home right now? This is … [Read more...] about Why Promotional Products Work
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