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Five Ways to Reduce Recovery Time Between Runs

One of the best ways to get exercise without having to commit to heavy equipment or changing gym schedules is running. Running has numerous health benefits. However, it's easy to feel worn out and sore after a long run. Whether you're a…
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How Running with Your Dog Can Make You Faster

Dogs are wonderful creatures to have as companions since they can become members of the family and pets that you love. However, did you know that you can work with your dog to help you run faster? We would like to discuss how a dog can…
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Prevent and Treat Common Summer Skin Rashes

Trail runners and hikers may love to experience Colorado's great outdoors. But there are also a variety of skin ailments that can develop. To help prevent and treat common summer rashes and other skin issues, board-certified dermatologist…
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Hot Weather Hydration Tips

Steaming hot summers bring up nutrition questions for runners who are training and competing in the heat: How can I tell if I’ve had enough to drink?Should I be consuming extra electrolytes?Is it possible to drink too much?” With
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A New Theory on Exercise’s Anti-Cancer Effect

The ability to sustain a high rate of energy burn for a prolonged period of time may help ward off cancer. Last fall, an international group of exercise oncologists published a major review of the literature on exercise and cancer.
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Food, Runners & Joyful Eating

Once upon a time (before WW-II), daily life revolved around structured meals: enjoying a hearty breakfast, a dinner (at noon), and supper (at night). When women entered the workforce, eating patterns changed—lighter breakfasts and lunches,…
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5 Tips to Make Your Dog a Great Running Companion

The dog days of summer are here, and if you want your dog to be your running companion, there are some safety tips to keep in mind. Empower your pup partner with five dog-friendly running tips from Dr. Steve Marks, Associate Dean and
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Guide To Vitamins and Minerals for Runners

Diet and supplements play an essential role in reaching your goals of running strong. If you run regularly, you need certain minerals and vitamins for your body's proper running condition. Your pre-run nutrition should also not end at…
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Building a Better Vegan/Vegetarian Sports Diet

Among runners (and all athletes), “turning vegan” (or vegetarian) is not a passing fad. Given the most popular ages for embarking upon a vegan lifestyle are 19, 20 and 21, many collegiate runners are asking how to eat a meatless sports…
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