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More on Running With Your Dog

Colorado Runner recently posted an article on running with your dog. As someone who has logged many miles, especially during the Great Colorado Sign Challenge as Team Pitsky, I had a few tips to add. Disclaimer: I’m just a runner that runs…
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Running Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

Running and foot pain don’t mix well. And plantar fasciitis might be one of the more dreaded ailments to plague runners. The pain from plantar fasciitis can defeat the purpose of running and make it an awful experience. Heel pain is one of…
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Nutrition Tactics for Building Muscles

Once you have a good training program, you can then integrate optimal fueling tactics into your sports diet. Keep in mind the benefits of adding muscle need to exceed any potential slow-down in speed related
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Eating Clean: Unintended Consequences

The clean eating movement has raised a lot of questions about what you should and should not be eating. I hear runners chatter a lot about good (nutrient dense) foods, bad (nutrient poor) foods, and clean foods. Hence, if you are feeling…
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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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