 | | Street smart running - One of the attractions of taking up running is that all it takes is a pair of trainers, some stretching exercises and your course lies beyond the front-door step. However, while running the streets is a cheap and very convenient way to embark on training, the very fact that they are so accessible can lead to certain safety issues arising. |
 | | Runner pleads guilty to attempted bribery of track coach - Runner Jim Tunkcart, pleaded guilty to a charge of attempted bribery involving Spencerport High School track coach Ray Emerson. In court testimony, Tunkcart recounted how over a four year period he gave Emerson an undetermined number of Miller High Life 12-packs, in exchange for the incorporation of additional 200 meter intervals in the Wednesday evening track workouts at the high school. |
 | | Can vegan runners become elite athletes? - Some vegans eat too many salads, sweet potatoes and berries, but not enough beans, nuts, and seeds. They eliminate animal protein but fail to replace it with enough plant protein. Weight-conscious vegan athletes who restrict calories often reduce their intake of protein and other nutrients. Hence, dieting vegan athletes need to be extra vigilant to consume a menu supportive of their needs. |
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Storm safety for runners - When you are out running on mountains trails pay attention to the weather, as it can change very quickly and it is very easy to be caught off-guard by a sudden storm - lightning and thunders, whirlwinds, and torrential rains. Here are some tips to address the most common weather-related dangers. |
 | | How to save on running shoes - The next time you are in the market for running shoes, follow these simple suggestions and hunt for the best bargain. Keep in mind though that, even if a shoe seems a great deal, it may wear down faster than a more expensive one, or not be appropriate for your running style. |
