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Step Up Your Walking Routine

posted: Friday, September 13, 2013 by: Andrea Metcalf

When it comes to convenience and effectiveness, it’s tough to beat walking for exercise. Great for newbies and seasoned exercisers alike, walking offers numerous health benefits and can be done almost anywhere. Fitness pro Andrea Metcalf offers her top 10 tips for adding variety and challenge to your usual walking routine, whether you take it indoors or out.

3 Yoga Poses Every Runner Should Know

posted: Tuesday, August 27, 2013 by: Jessica Matthews

Runners have notoriously tight lower-body muscles, especially the hamstrings and hips, so stretching those muscles after a run is important. Fitness pro and yoga expert Jessica Matthews shares her three favorite yoga poses for giving the lower-body some much-needed TLC after a hard run.

9 Tips to Perfect Your Walking Form

posted: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 by: Michele Stanten

Did you know that having good posture while walking will help you reach your distance goal? Walking coach Michele Stanten shares nine posture tips for stronger striding during your next walk.

Will The Popular Running Apps Get You Ready to Run?

posted: Sunday, August 18, 2013 by: Ted Vickey

Looking for some new ideas to help fuel and motivate your runs? Fitness technology expert Ted Vickey reviews the latest running apps and shares his thoughts on which ones offer the most valuable features and newest innovations.

Fuel Your Runs Right

posted: Monday, July 22, 2013 by: Jessica Matthews

Regardless of what time of day you exercise, it can be a challenge to discover the right combination of foods and fluids that will fuel—but not disrupt—your training runs. Top registered dietitians and sports nutrition experts share the pre-workout foods they use to fuel their own runs, and offer great post-workout options that will help you recover before it’s time to hit the road again.

5 Foam-rolling Moves for the Lower Body

posted: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 by: Julz Arney

Foam rolling—also known as self-myofascial release—has become increasingly popular for reducing muscle tension and improving overall athletic performance. Fitness expert Julz Arney shares her top techniques for foam rolling, along with five great moves targeting the lower body, that will keep you pain-free during and after your workouts.

Indoor Cycling: The Breakdown on Bike Set-Up

posted: Thursday, July 11, 2013 by: Julz Arney

When it comes to low-impact, high-energy workouts, it’s tough to beat indoor cycling classes. But an improperly fitting bike can quickly derail your efforts and keep you out of the saddle indefinitely. Whether you’re a beginning cycler or just getting back on the bike after a break, here are some easy tips for adjusting your bike for a great fit—and a great workout.

5 Ways a 5K Will Kick Your Motivation Into High Gear

posted: Monday, May 13, 2013 by: Julz Arney

Even if becoming a full-time runner is not be high on your list of goals, participating in a 5K as a runner, jogger, walker or even in a wheelchair as a challenged athlete is a great way to rediscover your inspiration for leading an active lifestyle.

How Can I Increase My Running Speed for a Half-Marathon?

posted: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 by: Beth Shepard

If you’ve reached your goal of just completing a distance race, perhaps now’s the time to focus on your speed. Check out 10 tips on how you can beat the clock with interval training techniques, adequate rest and recovery, and maybe even losing a few extra pounds.

How do I train for a half marathon?

posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 by: Marion Webb

There really is no ‘one’ best way to train for a half marathon, because a lot of your training will depend on multiple variables: Time to train, your running background (novice vs. experienced runner), current fitness level and mileage, willingness to commit to a training plan, and ability to learn to listen to your body.

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Fit Facts®

High Intensity Interval Training

Looking for a way to add variety to your exercise plan while taking your fitness to the next level? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a cardiorespiratory training technique that alternates brief speed and recovery intervals to increase the overall intensity of your workout.

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Couch Potatoes Arise

Specifically, recent studies suggest that adults who exercise regularly, but spend most of their days sitting, whether at work or on the couch, have greater health risks than active people who are more likely to be walking or moving throughout the day.

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Gearing Up for a Triathlon

With the rising popularity of triathlon racing and the dozens of new sprint races popping up nationwide every year, it is exciting to see so many newcomers giving this swim-bike-run sport a tri.

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