Running

Posted on 9 February, 2010 By Dina-Marie Oswald (1) Comment

Running: A Family Affair

As the home-educating mother of ten children, ages 14 months – 24 years, I have used exercise to maintain a proper weight and promote a sense of well being for many years. To be fit has been a priority for me, but not to the exclusion of family time. Incorporating my family into physical fitness has [...]

Categories : Athletic Events | General | Motivation | Running | Success Stories
Posted on 4 February, 2010 By Bridgette Collins (5) Comment

Marathon Day: Is it safe to run 26.2 miles sick?

Imagine. You’ve trained for months, logging hundreds of miles, in all sorts of weather conditions to prepare for your marathon. Then ten days before your big event you start to feel badly. You develop a persistent cough coupled with tightness in your chest and troubled breathing. Thinking all you need is some medication you head [...]

Categories : Athletic Events | General | Marathons, Half & Full | Running
Posted on 1 February, 2010 By Jessy (2) Comment

Walking, Running, Jogging: Which is best?

If you’re like many people trying to stay fit (or get fit), either one of the above exercises are things you might consider. Walking is said to be one of the best sports, but many people rather run or jog. Is there a difference and which is the best; moreover, how does it relate to [...]

Categories : Athletic Events | General | Running | Walking
Posted on 27 January, 2010 By Bethany North (1) Comment

The Best Running Tips For Beginners

So many exercisers are intimidated by running because avid runners are seen as fanatics making serious life sacrifices. I am here to tell you from personal experience that you can easily integrate running into your regular workout schedule, and it can also become something that you are passionate about without having to train in a [...]

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Posted on 25 January, 2010 By Greg Friese (0) Comment

More Cow Bell! Marathon Running and Training Tips

Running a marathon is a great personal challenge that requires dedication and perseverance. I have run five marathons with steady improvement with each attempt. I am occasionally asked for marathon training and running tips. These are my top tips:
1. Have a good reason to run a marathon. It takes about 16-20 weeks of training to [...]

Categories : Athletic Events | Marathons, Half & Full | Running
Posted on 9 December, 2009 By Lori Rice (0) Comment

Running in the New Year

Do you participate in New Year’s Day charity athletic events?
I’m just going to go ahead and admit that I don’t, or at least I haven’t yet. Don’t get me wrong. I like the idea of a New Year’s run, but preparing to actually get up and complete one is an entirely different issue.
Spending time with [...]

Categories : 5 Ks | Children & Families | Homeless | Running | Walking
Posted on 18 November, 2009 By Lori Rice (0) Comment

The Ultimate Guide to Planning a 5K Run or Walk Fundraiser

Over the past few years, I’ve come across multiple individuals with the desire to plan a run/walk event in their communities. They all have a one question in common when taking on such a task. Where in the world do I start? I know that feeling well because I experienced it the first time I [...]

Categories : 5 Ks | General | News | Planning | Running | Walking
Posted on 17 November, 2009 By Lori Rice (0) Comment

Lexington Half-Marathon

Next spring, runners and walkers in central Kentucky will have a new race option. On Sunday, March 28th, 2010 Lexington, Kentucky will be hosting their first Half-Marathon Run/Walk! The event will also offer a 5K and 1-mile run/walk.
Lexington is known as the “Horse Capital of the World” and the course will give participants the best [...]

Categories : 5 Ks | General | Marathons, Half & Full | Running | Walking
Posted on 9 September, 2009 By Lori Rice (0) Comment

Setting Your Rules

During the race planning process you and your committee will need to set ground rules regarding participation in the event. These are the rules you will kindly ask your racers to follow and they should be effectively communicated on the race brochure and on your web-site.
What types of rules you set will depend on the [...]

Categories : 5 Ks | Planning | Running | Walking
Posted on 8 September, 2009 By Lori Rice (0) Comment

Beginner Training Tips: Staying Injury Free

There is nothing worse than having your training on track only to encounter an injury that slows you down. Hopefully it is only a minor nuisance such as a blister that will quickly heal, but if a more serious condition arises it may require you to take a break which could greatly influence your ability [...]

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