Monday, February 28, 2011

Drop Weight to Run Faster?

Will dropping weight make you run faster?




Foot Care for Runners

Here are a few tips & tricks for runners' foot care:



6 Steps to Changing Bad Eating Habits

Check out this how to guide for creating change regarding your eating habits. Little changes here and there will assist in creating big changes & reaching your goals!

Saturday, February 26, 2011

New Balance

Various shoe brands offer their unique benefits. New Balance is known for having a variety of shoe widths & depths to fit the different shapes of feet. Check out their sizing guide to see if their technology would benefit you!

Lace up Those Shoes!

Are your shoes slipping on your feet? Try a few of these lacing techniques to make sure they stay on securely!

Friday, February 25, 2011

How Much Caffeine?

Do you know how much caffeine is in your favorite energy drink? You might be surprised!

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Ouch! Headaches...

Headaches are terrible. Here is some helpful information behind them & what to do when they attack.

Ways to Decrease Blood Levels of Fat

Did your physician tell you that you need to decrease your blood's fat levels? Soy in the diet has been shown to be beneficial in reducing it. See this article abstract from JAMA (Journal of American Medical Association).

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

What is a Tempo Run?

What is a tempo run? How to add them to a running program.

Dizzy During/After Exercise

Wonder why you may become dizzy (light headed) during or after exercise & need to know what to do for it? Here are some more ideas for resolving it.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Product Review - Ken's Lite Accents Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette

I tried this product & really like it! It is only 1 calorie per spray. No high fructose corn syrup. I usually opt out of any salad dressing (or I'll get it on the side). Only four sprays were enough for my whole salad!

Online Running Store

Looking for a comprehensive, online running store? I've shopped at Road Runner Sports & had a positive experience. Their product inventory is quite large!

Monday, February 21, 2011

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Product Review - Kashi Berry Blossoms Cereal

I have tried the new Kashi Berry Blossoms cereal. I like it. I'm on my second box in 2 weeks. It is the Kashi squares with a light taste of berry. Not too sweet. I give it 2 thumbs up!

Friday, February 18, 2011

Campaign for Safe Cosmetics - Not Just "Cosmetics"



What ingredients are in the health & personal hygiene products that we use every day? You might be surprised! Check out more info at The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.

Shoes Inserts

What is the purpose of a shoe insert? What type of arch are you & do you need inserts?

How To Start A Walking Program

Wondering how to begin a walking program? Check out these steps to get you stepping!

What To Eat After A Run




Why Buy Organic & Local

What are the benefits to buying food that is organic & locally grown? Dr. Jamie Kane explains here.

You can also follow him on Twitter @drjamiekane.

Ankle Flexibility Exercises

Ankles need to stay flexible to keep free from injuries. Try these two exercises.

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

What's With Lettuce?

Let us check out lettuce's nutritional value in romaine and iceberg!

Tips for Dining Out

Know the healthiest options when dining out? Check out these tips!

Will You Qualify for Boston?

New qualifying times for the Boston Marathon. The current & new times are here.

RoadID

A safe method for keeping a form of ID on while exercising outside is RoadID. You can also follow them on Twitter @RoadID.

I use it & recommend this product as a fitness professional, athlete, & paramedic!

Nutrients Needed for Energy

Feeling sluggish? Are you getting these 5 important nutrients?

Target Heart Rate

What's your exercise target heart rate? Try this calculator.

Monday, February 14, 2011

Fun & Easy Circuit

Need a fun way to break out of a workout rut? Try this fun circuit!

How Much Water?

How do you know how much water to drink everyday? Check this guide & this easy calculator.

Front & Reverse Lunges

Looking to switch up the usual lunge routine? Try a combination front & reverse lunges.

My Personal Favorite Running Training Programs

Hal Higdon offers well balanced race training programs. I personally have used them for years for various distances of road races.

Follow him on Twitter @higdonmarathon

Ways To Burn Off Extra Calories

Looking for ways to burn off extra calories?

Portion Control Gadget

Do you know portion sizes?

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Running Shoes Suggestions

Try this running shoe guide for finding your next pair of running shoes.

Clementines!

Clementines are a power packed piece of fruit! See why they have amazing nutritional content.

What Do You Love About Your Body?

This article helps you to consider the aspects that you love about your body! It is possible!

Checklist for Starting Exercise Program

Starting an exercise routine? Use this checklist to be sure that you are on the right track to achieving your goals!

New Dietary Guidelines

The USDA released new dietary guidelines. See what changed!