If you’re new to running, you may be tempted to just lace up your shoes and hit the pavement – without a proper warm-up. However, warming up before running is essential for preventing injury and improving your performance. In this post, we’ll discuss the importance of warming up before running, 10 pre-run warm-ups you can […]
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Mar
Mar
Running for weight loss is a very common reason that someone might start running. Running is a great way to burn calories in a short amount of time! Here are some things you will want to keep in mind if you’re thinking of taking up running to help your weight loss efforts.    How Running Helps […]
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Mar
Mar
If you’re looking to lose weight, it’s tempting to turn to weight loss supplements as a quick fix. However, there are few – if any – weight loss supplements that safely and effectively increase progress. Many supplements out there make claims without substantial evidence to support them, and others are downright harmful. So when choosing […]
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Mar
Mar
One of the best parts of running is the variety of places you can run. The simplicity of lacing up your running shoes and heading out to a trail, a road near where you live or work, or the local park. There are also indoor options like a treadmill or indoor track. With those options […]
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Mar
Mar
Most diet content sells meal plans as the answer. Cook these seven meals, eat at these times, hit these numbers, and you’ll lose weight. If you can stick to the plan, the math works. The “stick to the plan” part is the catch. Plans work fine while you’re on them. They stop working the moment […]
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Feb
Feb
Exercise is an important part of maintaining optimal human health. It is not only good for your heart and circulatory system, but is also tremendously beneficial for your musculoskeletal system. Exercise is also good for your brain and has been shown to have positive effects on mood & mental health. Let’s take a look at […]
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Feb
Feb
By: Ashley Kallman CPT, CN, BCS, BRM, RRCA Cert Running Coach Choosing the right running shoes is essential for any runner. Not only does it provide the necessary support and cushioning for your feet while running, but it also helps to reduce the risk of injury. When selecting a running shoe, there are several factors […]
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Feb
Feb
What is Intermittent Fasting? Put simply, intermittent fasting refers to a method of eating that only allows you to eat during specific times of the day. The exact times do not necessarily matter, but rather that you can only eat during that specific period. For example, you may choose to only eat at breakfast time […]
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Nov
Nov
How Many Steps a Day Do You Actually Need? 10k steps a day or bust. That is the motto. At least, that is what we are all told. 10k a day is ingrained in most of our brains. I mean heck, even FitBit devices have a feature that makes the band vibrate when you hit […]