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Long Distance Running: A Health Hazard?

November 16, 2012July 28, 2012 by Guest Author

When famous ultramarathoner Micah True, 58, died in May of this year, general trust in the safety of marathon and long distance running waned a bit. The near-legendary “Caballo Blanco,” as he was known, died during a routine solo run near his home in Mexico. The case of Mr. True is only the most popularized … Read moreLong Distance Running: A Health Hazard?

Runners: Gain an Edge with Strategic Weight Training

November 16, 2012July 7, 2012 by Guest Author

Running is a powerful form of exercise by itself, and it is well-established that athletic performance benefits most from repetitive participation in the particular sport. Other athletes benefit from hitting the gym, but runners often shun the gym as boring and potentially harmful to their goals. Evidence shows you can also enhance running performance with … Read moreRunners: Gain an Edge with Strategic Weight Training