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Ageing Race-fully
By Jerrie Andrews on 09/05/2011 10:00:00
From boosting your bones to sharpening your mind, here’s how running can hold back the years
The benefits of running are well documented, but it seems the advantages increase exponentially as you age. Regular running can help slow the effects of time, lead to a longer life and improve quality of life in ageing runners, according to a study by the Stanford University Scho...
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Women's Health
By Runner's World on 10/09/2009 01:20:44
Acne, osteoporosis, incontinence, menstrual problems - learn more about some of the most common health issues affecting female runners
are most likely to suffer from these problems. One of the most serious consequences of amenorrhoea is osteoporosis, which happens because female hormones, which protect calcium in bone, are in short supply. An early onset of osteoporosis can lead to a
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Run Like A Dream (Preview)
By Matt Barbour on 29/12/2008 09:16:22
Make sleep the sharpest training tool in your box to take your running to a new level (non-subscriber preview)
," says Horne. "It's necessary to build and repair muscles and bones, and it causes us to use more fat for fuel." Loughborough University studies revealed that when sleep is restricted over several nights, HGH release is markedly reduced. "Without
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30 Things Every Woman Should Know About Running
By The RW staff on 05/06/2002 21:41:02
Health, psychology, weight loss, pregnancy and motherhood, training, racing... all from a female runner's angle
temperature above 101°F could increase the risk of birth defects. So make sure youre staying cool enough, and if in doubt, take your temperature after a run. If its over 100°F, youre probably overdoing it. Also, skip that post-run soak in a hot bath.6. You
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RW Guide To Healthy Feet
By Alison Hamlett on 05/10/2006 12:48:03
Keep on your toes and avoid frustrating foot faults
the pull is so great that a spur of bone forms under the heel. "Tight calves or hamstrings, overpronation and poor nutrition particularly a lack of vitamin C and omega-3 oils, which are important in ligament integrity may also contribute," he adds
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Recovery Rules OK
By on 18/11/2009 14:33:35
If you want to become fitter, stronger and faster, you must recover effectively from training sessions, which means more than simply catching your breath, having a shower and watching TV for the evening
you stay healthy. A poor recovery strategy can lead to fatigue, chronic tiredness, muscle soreness, poor sleep and increased susceptibility to infections and injury. Recovery in the body involves a complex process of adaptation to the physical stress
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Eating for Pregnancy
By Liz Applegate on 05/06/2002 21:46:46
How to breeze through fuelling for pregnancy when you're a runner
milk and orange juice along with yogurt and other dairy products to ensure that you and your baby get the amount needed for healthy bones (and for milk production, if you plan to breastfeed). Be sure to consume three to four daily servings of high
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Run Like A Dream
By Matt Barbour on 29/12/2008 08:43:12
Make sleep the sharpest training tool in your box to take your running to a new level
," says Horne. "It's necessary to build and repair muscles and bones, and it causes us to use more fat for fuel." Loughborough University studies revealed that when sleep is restricted over several nights, HGH release is markedly reduced. "Without
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Two For The Road
By Kate Szumanski on 05/06/2002 21:43:56
Running sensibly while you're pregnant can be easier and more beneficial than you think
about your exercise programme is essential to guarantee a healthy pregnancy. A supportive doctor who recognises the benefits of an exercise programme will not only listen to your concerns, but should also address your individual needs, although you should never hesitate
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The Runner's Survival Guide
By Martha Schindler on 16/05/2005 16:11:04
There are many physical challenges on the run. Here's how to keep them to a minimum
are under stress, such as during a run.Tweaks and TwingesLet's face it, running can produce all sorts of aches and pains. Most are normal by-products of muscle strengthening and endurance building, but others are signs of damage to muscles, bones
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