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The Athlete’s Gut: Health and Sports Performance

The gut, also called the intestinal tract, includes the stomach, intestines, and colon. An amazing number of life-sustaining and performance enhancing events happen in the gut—including but not limited to digestion of the food we eat and…
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Optimizing Your Immune Response

Staying healthy is a top priority for every runner (and athlete) who wants to be able to train well, improve their athletic performance, and compete at a high level. But runners get sick and injured. Even if you eat the healthiest diet…
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How To Treat Heel Pain After a Long Run

Heel pain after a long run can disrupt your training routine, but with the right approach, you can recover effectively and prevent future issues. Addressing pain early, making adjustments to your footwear and training habits, and knowing…
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Carbs and Runners: Friend or Foe?

Runners create many reasons for limiting their intake of seemingly “evil” carbohydrates: I don’t like sandwiches … Pasta is so “heavy” … I’m staying away from gluten … I avoid any foods with added sugar … I prefer to eat two veggies at…
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Why Magnesium Is Crucial for Your Body

Magnesium plays a vital role in the human body, often overlooked despite its significance in maintaining optimal health. It is an essential mineral involved in over 300 biochemical reactions, impacting everything from energy production and…
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