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Author: Paul Radcliffe
February 11, 2013
Nutrition Tip #6: Eat Foods that Strengthen Your Immune System
Tip #6 Eat Foods that Strengthen Your Immune System We are in the weaning edge of cold and flu season. However, strenuous workouts like hills and long runs can severely weaken your immune system and put you at greater risk of cold and flu. This article from Runner’s World highlights several foots that help combat the common cold and flu: http://t.co/8c0BR3ZS And you could get 8 hours of sleep each night, but that’s just crazy-talk And a fun image I found apply appies to nutrition:
February 6, 2013
Form Tip #2: Stand Tall
Form Tip #2: Stand Tall The long name for this tip is “Stand as if a string is lifting you from the top of your head.” It actually encompasses a lot of tips together and does wonderful things for your running form. Too often, runners tend to slouch over with their heads down, hips back, shoulders hunched. Runners need their lungs to work! By imagining a string lifting your head like you’re a puppet, a lot of good things happen: • Neck straightens • Eyes look about 20 yards ahead • Shoulders go down • Hips come forward • You[…continue reading]
February 5, 2013
Super Safety Tip #5: Mobile Phones Are Handy In Case of Emergency
Super Safety Tip #5: Mobile Phones Are Handy In Case of Emergency Typically, you want to go as lightweight as possible during runs. Otherwise you’re just carrying excess weight. However, there are a few things worth keeping with you at all times. One of those is your mobile phone. A mobile phone is very handy in an emergency. If you are hurt, lost, really tired or just scared, you have access to a world of resources! You can call ambulances, taxis, family members, or your coach! There are a few things you should be concerned about if running with a[…continue reading]
