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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]
February 4, 2013
Nutrition Tip #5: Consume Enough Water!
Tip #5 Consume Enough Water! How much water to have each day is often talked about and very, very confusing. Let me try to set the record straight. Water is obviously very important not just to athletes, but to everyday human life. It’s used in every chemical reaction in your body, regulates your cooling system and is important in your digestive system. Most importantly, you lose a lot of water when you run, so you need to replace it. One rumour was that you need to drink 2 litres (8 cups) of water each day. You may have also heard[…continue reading]
