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| Heidi Splete |
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Mild Winter Weather: Bonus for NewbiesBeginning runners, I hope you're enjoying a mild winter. You are lucky! Even devout, experienced runners have a harder time getting motivated when the wind chill is in the teens and there are insidious ice patches on our favorite roads and paths. But ... Leg Cramps? Stay HydratedSometimes it's harder for runners to stay hydrated in the winter. It's cold, and drinking cold water sounds less appealing. Coffee and tea help you stay hydrated to some extent, but too much caffeine can have the opposite effect. Have you noticed that ... Shorter Days, Shorter DistancesIn the middle of winter, when it's dark and cold, don't underesticate the value of a shorter distance run. I usually think that something is better than nothing (unless, of course, the roads are icy, in which case it is time for a day off or a trip to ... Happy New Year, Get New Shoes!In case you are one of those runners who puts off getting new shoes because you think yours aren't worn out, why not make a resolution to be better to your feet this year? Start the new year with a new pair of shoes, or better yet, two ... Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite Runner (You)If you're like me, you prefer to choose your own running gear rather than having someone choose it for you. But well-meaning family and friends might ask what running stuff they might get you for the holidays. The safest bet is a gift card for your ... Super Cinnamon!I have always loved cinnamon, but I had never thought of it as a runners nutrition element. I was thrilled to read an article on Active.com last week about the health benefits of one of my favorite spices. The article notes that cinnamon contains a ... Stay Safe During Daylight SavingsDaylight savings time in the fall is great for morning runners; we get a break from the darkness (although not for long) but evening runners find their daylight time shortened. Don't forget to give some thought to safe running when you are out at dawn ... Pre-Marathon Primping: Trim Your ToenailsIt's fall marathon season, and there is plenty of advice out there are about marathon day preparation. Check out my Marathon Day Tips section for still more advice about marathon day. But I came across this reminder this week on Active.com: Be sure to ... New Runners (and Old): Fall for a Fall 5KIn my opinion, fall is the best time of year for running. In much of the U.S., the weather in October is likely to be great for running. For beginning runners, fall can be a great time to try your first road race. 5K races abound in the fall, and ... Don't Underestimate the Power of TaperingHard as it is to think about cutting back on running in the weeks before your fall marathon, just do it! Or, try it and see what happens. Even if you haven't really tapered much in the 3 weeks or 2 weeks before the marathon, give yourself a break ...
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