Fitness & Performance

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A Runner's Guide to Weight Loss
Runners drop pounds at different rates. Here's what you need to know to push past your plateau.

Tips for Energy-Efficient Running
Want more energy when running? Use these ChiRunning techniques to run more by using less.

Spice Up Your Speed Workouts
Speed workouts are crucial to your running success. Use this guide to improve your run and bring speed to your weekly mix.

Speedwork in Disquise
Hills are our friends. Especially when they are used to replace intervals on the track.

Lubricate well before use…
Now that winter is here, let’s review a few sticking points…

The Problem with Orthotic Studies
Orthotic studies I've read in my professional journals or elsewhere are "faulty", because in every study ever published, whether they use a custom, pre-fab or OTC type, the researchers only records what happens with that set.
Also: Dr. Kiper's Webpage

Hot Weather Running
There’s good and bad news about running in the heat.
Also: Run Injury Free with Jeff Galloway
Also: Training with Jeff Galloway

Leg Length Discrepancies
There are two different types of leg length discrepancies: congenital and acquired.

Tabloid Training
Run a qualifying marathon - training only 3 days a week!

Preparing for an Out-Of-Town Race
Many runners get so carried away when planning a trip to a race that they forget something. I know because I forgot my shoes once.
Also: Before Those First Steps
Also: Galloway Bulletin Board

A new approach to strength training for runners
I have been a strength and conditioning specialist for over ten years and a runner/endurance athlete for six of those years. During that time a few things have become readily apparent to me.
Also: www.tothemaxfit.com

The Truth Behind The Atkins, Zone, and South Beach Diets
Traditional guidelines posted by the American Dietetic Association recommend that 45-65% of total calories be consumed in the form of carbohydrates, with guidelines for endurance athletes focusing on the latter end of these recommendations during training and competition.
Also: Peak Running Performance

Orthotics Questions & Answers
Custom Ultralight Running & Walking Orthotics.....
Also: Doctors' Orthotics Web Site

The Anatomy of a Medal
One of the most compelling success stories of the Athens Olympics was the performance of the U.S. Team in the Marathon. These outstanding performances were the result of not only exceptional talent and discipline on behalf of the athletes, but impeccable planning and application of 21st century sports science.
Also: Peak Running Performance

Top 10 Training and Racing Tips

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