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February 20, 2013
Super Safety Tip #7: Carry Identification
Super Safety Tip #7: Carry Identification Previous safety tips have recommended that you carry money and your mobile phone. I don’t want it to sounds like you’re carrying your whole house with you, but I also recommend that you run with your identification. In the event of an emergency, you may not be able to tell important information to first responders. If you have a serious medical condition, you should always be running with a Medic Alert or similar identification. It may have your health card number to get you access to hospitals in an emergency. Your identification can also[…continue reading]
February 13, 2013
Form Tip #3: Elasticity Propels Body Forward
Form Tip #3: Elasticity Propels Body Forward The human body is a marvelous creature at long distance running if it has an efficient form. One of the advantages humans have that others don’t is the ability to store elastic energy in the Achilles tendon and arch of the foot. A lot of impact energy from each step can be captured and used to start the next stride. If you time your stride right you can run a little more efficiently. Something that surprises me is that people will put arch supporting insoles into their shoes. The human foot is a[…continue reading]
February 12, 2013
Super Safety Tip #6: Carry Money Because You Never Know…
Super Safety Tip #6: Carry Money Because You Never Know… Last week’s tip talked about carrying a mobile phone in case of emergency. One more essential item to carry is some form of currency. In the near future we may be able to use our mobile phones to make purchases, but until then you’ll have to stick to cash, credit and debit cards. Having the ability to buy things on the run is very important. If you don’t have a mobile phone, you can use it at a payphone to make a call. You can buy snacks, drinks or food[…continue reading]
