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I'm ready for tips and tricks to improve my running form and time! Woo hoo!
Stephanie H • 7 May at 7:15 PM
Breathing is a critical part of running and is a key factor in your performance. Let's discuss how we learned to relax and control our breathing. In my early years of running when I found I was breathing erractic and need to calm my breathing down I would...
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I can relate to your thoughts Tamara. The only times I really think overly about my breathing now is when I can hear myself. Then I consciously try to slow my breathing rate down, and breathe deeper. I find that if I worry too much about br...
Jane H • yesterday at 11:00 PM
Some people get lost in their music when they run; I prefer to think while I run. What runs through mind?
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Thought of another challenge this morning during my run.The biggest, tallest most beautiful sunflower in Tribesport challenge.... Really I do alot of daydreaming!!!!! Not sure if you saw this challenge yet... THINK OF A CHALLENGE DURING A RUN Tho...
Brenda D • yesterday at 2:48 PM
After months of long fast walks, last week I tried to jog with my friend, and I succeed to jog 6km!:)) It was fantastic and I have started to jog 6km 3 times a week. But after my last jog, unfortunately, I felt a terrible pain on my left knee, and it stil...
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Hey Murude, How is the knee pain? I have developed a bit of tendonitis myself. :P Apparently I pushed myself a bit too hard last Sunday. My lower quad above me knee feels like there is a heavy bag sitting on it under the skin...like a knee hat. :P Inflamati...
Catherine W • Thursday at 6:18 PM
Just finished reading "The Cool Impossible" by Eric Orton. Tremendous book, and I recommend it to all runners. You can read more about it in my review here, and even win a signed copy (US only). Thanks! http://barefootinclined.blogspot.com/2013/05/the...
i am 36 years old and have bipolar disorder. i love running but find that when i am due for my period my low moods cause issue and since christmas has got more noticeable. my doc thinks the pill or the coil will help but i am worried too many hormone will m...
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I also don't have concrete answers in terms of Bi Polar Disorder, but running makes me feel better when having a crappy day or when I'm hormonal. The term runner's high makes sense and happens for me after a good run, no matter the distance. Sometimes I r...
Shelley H • 16 May at 5:27 PM
I run because it warms my body on these cold winter days. I run because I feel stronger. I run because I feel thinner. I run because it makes me feel good. I run because I want to be fit. I run because I like the way I look with a flushed face. I run becaus...
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I love all of the different reasons that peope run, but also the commonalities. I run for the sheer joy of knowing I can. I love the benefits from the runner's high to the strong lungs. I love the alone time. I love conquering a hill and feeling on top of t...
Mariah H • 1 May at 11:38 PM
I seem to be showing signs of plantar fasciitis: my feet/heels are especially hurting when I stand up first thing after getting up but also during the day and the day after a run. I've found various stretches that should help though nothing suggests that t...
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I use to have this condition. Do the stretches absolutely. It can be caused by a form issue to. Check the soles of your shoes and see if you heel strike. If you do you can go to a local reputable running store and they can find shoes that will work for you...
Monica S • 23 Apr at 3:24 PM
I've recently starting extending my runs to over an hour, and feel I need to start carrying some kind of hydration with me, though I don't need a huge amount at this stage. I hate having a water bottle in my hand so am looking at waist mounted water belts i...
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I'm still undecided and looking. I've worked my runs up to 8 miles so it is time to get something.
Terri L • 18 Apr at 8:20 PM
I came accross this article and found it resonated with how I feel about strength training helping you become a better rounded, STRONGER, runner. Here is the link, I hope you enjoy it and other tips on the website. http://blog.altrazerodrop.com/tips/str...
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Great. I love to hear that.
Terri L • 18 Apr at 8:09 PM
What do you usually have before going to a race? How long before an event do you eat? I've tried having bread and eggs for breakfast before my first run, and I felt like I got heavier. But I get all dizzy when I don't take anything. I need your thoughts on...
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A cliff bar. It's packed with every thing i need for a short to mid distance race.
Terri L • 18 Apr at 8:05 PM
Exercise is a means to enhance my life for as many years as I have on this planet; so that I can truly live and engage in life's many activities.
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Absolutely ! Exercise, with my boyfriend, is the best part of my day!
Terri L • 18 Apr at 7:59 PM
Hello. I was wondering if anyone might be able to give me some insight about this shooting pain I've started to get surrounding my right heel when I start to jog. It's never happened before this week.
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I agree with the others. It sounds like planter fasciitis which is very common for runners. I just got back from my orthopedic due to my left heel pain. unfortunately, my p f has returned :((( I received a cortisone shot today. The good news is I only hav...
Terri L • 18 Apr at 7:57 PM
I was watching analyses of craig alexanders running,wonde...
I am a runner begginer, and about to run my first halfmarathon ever. But found this video very interesting. Wanted to see how much generally do you pay attention to tecnique, or what do you do to improve it? http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embe...
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Great videos thanks for sharing! Going to try this today on my run.
Angeline S • 16 Apr at 5:31 PM
the link below may be of interest to people. http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg21328485.000-compression-garments-reduce-muscle-fatigue.html
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I wore my calf compression thingys this weekend for the first time and for an organised event...I was not sure if I was doing the right thing as I had never worn them yet. They were great!! I have suffered severe cramp in my right calf in january and won...
Fiona S • 15 Apr at 4:59 PM
Everyone's talking about interval training and hill training as THE best ways to become a stronger runner. However I have no ideas of what these training sessions could look like: length, intensity, number of reps... and above all how to improve. Any sugges...
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Hi Aurelie, since I have introduced hill/interval training my cardio; which was always good, became GREAT! For intervals we run pyramids quite often: 1min @ 4:30/km pace 1min. recovery @5:30, 2 min @ 4:15-2min.recovery @5:15, 3min @4:00 - 3min. recovery @5...
Tamara A • 12 Apr at 2:30 AM
I've posted an interesting article from Shape magazine. Please, feel free to add some of your tips from your own experiences. http://www.shape.com/fitness/training-plans/top-25-marathon-training-tips?page=3
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STAY CALM. Studies show that when we are too nervous before a race, we burn more energy thus rendering our reserves to deplete too soon.
Tamara A • 12 Apr at 2:32 AM
I don't know if this specifically relates to running (it does in my case) but after a long run (usually anything above 10K), for round 10 minutes after I finish, I can smell a bleach/chlorine smell. I don't think it's coming out of me, rather more an inter...
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I occasionally get this ammonia smell whilst showering after a run.....thanks for the link Rachel.
Chantelle A • 1 Apr at 8:15 PM
I am sooooooooooooo guilty of not warming up before I run and just going for it. I know this is really bad and it takes me about 4K before I feel warmed up (pains in calves/ankles etc). What's everyones warm up routines before they go out for a run? Do yo...
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I'm like Maria, I warm up with a walk and cool down with a walk. Some runner friends recommend the walking and other the stetching. However I would tend to agree with you, I think I should be stretching :-)
Baldy John - • 7 Apr at 7:42 AM
Any experienced runner has a routine they follow on race day. Share you routine to include what you eat prior, how you warm up, where you put your racing number...This will give runners just beginning some ideas to help form their own routines. I know I a...
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Great routines all around! My routine is getting everything out the night before. I skip the shower as I don't want the hot water to zap my energy. I will have a protein shake and some tea to break my fast. Then about 2 hours out I take in a set amount...
Jarod C • 6 Apr at 12:37 PM
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