Running shoes are the most important thing to a runner. The correct pair of running shoes can cause you to have a great experience with your running - or make you miserable. It is extremely important to make sure that you are wearing the correct pair of shoes. Read on to find out how to find the right ones for you. You want to make sure to go to a specialty running store for your running shoes. You want to make sure to set aside time to be there....more
Running is such a wonderful way to stay in shape - and even more so as you get older. There are many runners out there who are still running and doing marathons into their 80's and 90's. So, don't let anyone tell you that you can't keep being a runner for life. However, after you reach 40, there are some things that you need to be aware of as you continuing your running program. Read on for tips on running as you age.When you are training for a...more
Running a marathon is a great achievement for all runners. There is a lot of work that goes into training and a lot of miles put in on the roads. However, there are some things that you need to do after you cross the finish line. Read on for tips to help you with the recovery process after your marathon.The first thing to remember is that those space blankets that they give you as you cross the finish line are your friends. Yes, they are really cool looking and they make you feel like a super runner, but they do have a purpose. After you get done running, your body temperature will drop. The space blanket will help to keep you warm so that your body temperature does not drop too fast. Also, try to get into some dry clothes as soon as you can. Keep moving through the finishing chute. You may feel like just stopping, but it is important for your muscle recovery to keep moving. You need to keep moving for 10-15 minutes. Also, stopping in the chute will cause a back-up. So, keep moving to pick up that wonderful finisher's medal and get some water into you.Speaking of water, you want to start replenishing your fluids after the race. Also, make sure that you have something to eat that...more
Running is a wonderful exercise for staying in shape and staying healthy. But, you need to follow some guidelines for running outside. These tips will help you to run safely and give your loved ones peace of mind while you are out on the roads. Read on for safety guidelines for runners.First of all, you always want to run facing traffic. You need...more
Youve made the investment and now youre looking forward to spending quality time with friends and family in your new hot tub. Its a treat youve been looking forward to for months and now that its home and youve taken a few days to take it all in, its time to start thinking about a maintenance plan. After all, your hot tub is an investment that if...more
Have you ever missed out on talking to someone while trying to think up how best to start?If you could only think up the words to say there on the spot, right?If only you could get a better feel for what the other person might be interested in talking about...Well, some psychologists at the University of Michigan have done research that might just help you.The study from the University of Michigan shows small talk can make it easier to solve common problems. But what's really interesting is the findings suggest a solution to another common problem people have - running out of things to say.The study showed having brief conversations helped participants perform better on "common cognitive tasks," like tests for example."We believe that performance boosts come about because some social interactions induce people to try to read others' minds and take their perspectives on things," said Oscar Ybarra, a psychologist at the University of Michigan.So in other words, because you're using your brain more when talking to people, you "warm it up" for other activities like taking a test.Well, besides doing better on tests by talking more (and our teachers always told us to be quiet during...more
Life without air conditioning is unthinkable in the hot summer months, so it is very important that you take all necessary maintenance and repair steps to ensure that your air conditioner is running properly. Typically, this means scheduling an...more
There are some highly efficient hho gas conversions kits to convert your current gasoline powered cars to run on hydrogen. The idea of running a hydrogen powered car is not new. Though it was invented several decades ago, it is only now that it is...more
The definition of cross-training is any activity that you do to supplement your main exercise activity. You can benefit from this whether you are just starting your running program or if you have been running for years. Read on to find out how...more
Treating drug addiction is really significant for the good of an addict and their family as well. Treatments for addiction are not that difficult and excruciating as what many people consider. For as long as the drug addict submit himself to be cured...more
You have made a commitment to yourself to start a running program to get yourself into shape. So what is the most important part of the program that most people fail to consider? I would ask you to think about the choice of Mp3 player and a pair of...more
No matter if you've just started running or have been running for years, there will be times when you just may not feel like getting out the door. For some, it may be just for a day or two - for others it may be for a little longer. Here are some...more