Running

How to Recover After a Long Run

February 3, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Running long distances can leave your body feeling exhausted and sore. Whether you’re training for a long distance race like a marathon or trying to increase your overall mileage, proper recovery from long runs is […]

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Kids Running

Warm-up Exercises for Kids

January 30, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Before they start a running workout or begin a soccer, basketball, or other sports practice, kids should do some warm-up exercises to get their muscles warmed up and ready to go. A proper warm-up can […]

How to Self-Treat Running Injuries
Running Injuries

How to Self-Treat Running Injuries

January 17, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, relieve stress, and maintain overall health, but injuries can sometimes derail your running plans. Whether it’s a nagging pain or an overuse injury, knowing how to treat […]

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Running Basics

8 Post-Run Stretches for Runners

January 14, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Stretching offers numerous benefits for runners, but runners should always be careful to warm-up muscles with some warm-up exercises or a brisk walk or jog before stretching. Post-run is a great time to stretch because […]

Best Anti Chafing Sticks for Runners
Running

The Best Anti-Chafing Sticks for Runners

January 9, 2025 Christine Luff 0

A common and frustrating problem for runners, skin chafing is caused the constant rubbing and friction between your skin and clothing. Fortunately, anti-chafing sticks can help runners protect their skin and avoid the painful irritation. […]

Running Injuries

How Runners Can Prevent Overuse Injuries

January 2, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Overuse injuries are common among runners but, fortunately, they can be prevented with some strategies that aren’t too hard to implement. They’re often the result of overtraining, improper form, or lack of rest and recovery. […]

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Running Basics

How to Stay Relaxed When Running

December 29, 2024 Christine Luff 0

A common mistake among runners, both beginners and experienced, is holding a lot of tension in their upper body when running. Sometimes runners’ shoulders creep up toward their ears, which creates a much more inefficient […]