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Just Do It! Running My First Half Marathon

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Let me preface this post by saying, I’m not a “runner.” Yes, I trained for and had run in events, but my body isn’t your typical “runners body.” In fact, I’m overweight, and I crave junk food like a teenage kid. Not to mention, I’ve never learned to “love,” or even “like” for that matter, […]

Review of Jeff Galloway’s Run Walk Run

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Are you a runner that is bored with your running routine? Is one of your New Year’s Resolutions to start running? Did you start a running program but stop because you got too tired or too injured? Well, do I have a program for you that I have personally been using for the past seven […]

10 Beginner Running Tips

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If you’re a beginner or overweight and serious about weight loss, then you might consider implementing running into your life. Running is a great form of exercise to lose weight because it burns a ton of calories per session, helping to create a caloric deficit to help you lose weight. Start running to lose weight […]

Keeping the Legs Strong During a Running Hiatus

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Runners often have pain or injuries to their hips, thighs, ankle, foot and shin. Running injuries are associated with inadequate core strength, poor flexibility and overuse. Occasionally, seasoned and beginning runners are required to take a hiatus from running. Taking a layoff from running helps your muscles, connective tissues and bones heal from the stresses […]