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Handy Tips For Marathon Training Plans

A group of people running a marathon.

Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Lucozade. ----- When running a marathon, the training plan you choose will depend on whether you are an experienced runner and the distance you would normally run.  This article provides you with a number of marathon training plans to suit all levels of runner. Beginners If you are new to running, you should work your way up to the marathon distance by entering smaller races first. It is important to give yourself time to get into shape too. You should first work on your ability to run by incorporating small runs within your … [Read more...]

5 Things NOT To Do in a Race

Cartoon figures crossing the finish line during a running race.

Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Christine Kane who writes on a variety of different topics for a number of different blogs. ----- Maybe you’ve been running for a while and you’re looking to take your running to the next level. Maybe you need some extra motivation to get out the door and work out every day. And maybe you’re just looking for a new challenge to tackle. Whatever your reason, signing up for a race is a great way to push yourself and see what you’re really capable of accomplishing in terms of your physical fitness. However whenever you do decide … [Read more...]

2 Steps For Starting A Running Program For Overweight People

An overweight woman tired from jogging and leaning against a tree.

Hello everyone. Today's article is a guest post from avid runner David Dack who owns Runners Blueprint. ----- Are you overweight and looking for a way to lose those extra pounds for good? You’ve come to the right place. Being overweight can take its toll on your health and life quality. Fat is not a well liked buddy. Therefore, getting rid of it is mandatory. Starting a running program can help you lose those extra pounds and keep them off for life. Unfortunately, if you are overweight, running can lead to a myriad of injuries due to the high impact. Therefore, you need to make sure … [Read more...]

7 Benefits Of Jogging During The Festive Period

A man catching his breath whilst jogging in the snow.

Your first thought when reading the title of this article was probably one of confusion. After all, the cold weather and the low daylight levels are not exactly what you would describe as ideal jogging conditions. However, if you look a little deeper jogging is actually one of the best exercises you can do over Christmas. In this article I will be explaining why by providing you with 7 benefits of jogging during the festive period: 1) IT CAN HELP YOU AVOID CHRISTMAS COLDS & THE FLU During the festive period you are much more susceptible to the common cold and the flu. Whilst there is … [Read more...]

5 Impressive Health Benefits Of Cycling

A competitive cyclist on a country road.

Hello everyone.  Today’s guest post comes from Jade Evans who is a freelance writer with uShip. ----- It may not seem like it for those who have not exercised in a long time, but cycling is one of the easier ways to exercise . As the Huffington Post notes: "A recent Harvard university study found that biking -- even for as little as five minute each day -- can stave off weight gain for middle aged women, according to Health.com. The researchers followed more than 19,000 women and found that those who started a five-minute-a-day bike ride routine gained 1.5 fewer pounds than their … [Read more...]

Jogging Music – My Top 5 Best Songs To Run To

A woman outside after a run enjoying her music.

“To a runner, a side stich is like a car alarm. It signifies something is wrong, but you ignore it until it goes away.” Recently I have been looking back at some of my most popular posts and found that there was a lot of interest in this post on jogging. After reading through my previous jogging articles I realised that I’ve really not done a lot of outdoor jogging this year. I have been focussing quite a lot on gym work and not getting outside to jog even though we have been having some gorgeous weather here in the UK. Looking back I feel quite disappointed in myself because … [Read more...]

Do You Know When To Stop While Running? Easy Ways To Know It

A woman exhausted from exercise wiping her brow.

Hello everyone. Today's article is a guest post from Kate Wilson who writes for DIY Health. ----- Running is an exhilarating sport and has been found, among its other benefits, to slow down ageing. Other confirmed benefits of running include weight loss, improved cardiac health, improved cholesterol profile, stronger and denser bones, and a better immune response to diseases. In addition, it leads to a better self-esteem and a healthier emotional health. If you enjoy running as a hobby, you will eventually want to take it to the next level and train for longer and more intense runs … [Read more...]

Explosive Exercise: Sprinting Your Way to the Best Shape of Your Life

A male runner crouching down, getting ready to sprint.

Hello everyone.  Today's article is a guest post from Mariana Ashley - a freelance writer who works for http://www.onlinecolleges.net/. ----- The slump. The plateau. The why-aren't-I-losing-weight-like-I-used-to? It goes by many names, but no matter what you call it, it stinks. After starting an exercise regimen and sticking to it for many weeks, people are often very disappointed (to say the least) to find that they aren't losing weight or gaining muscle at the rate that they were when the exercising started to pay off. Many people are convinced when they hit this fitness plateau … [Read more...]

How to Stay Fit While Working From Home

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Hello everyone.  Today’s guest post comes from Ron Fritzke who is a cycling products reviewer, a former competitve runner and currently directs his competitive efforts towards cycling. ----- Working from home has many perks and, as our economy adjusts, so do we. Freelancing from home has become quite popular. Even big companies are jumping in and outsourcing work to former employees. As I sit at my computer working with my lunch at my desk, I realize there is one perk that may be too close at hand. Since you set the pace for when you take breaks, it is easy to work the old lunch … [Read more...]

Use An Indoor Bike Trainer To Stay Fit All Year Round

A black bike seat.

Hello everyone.  Today’s guest post comes from Ron Fritzke who is a cycling products reviewer, a former competitve runner and currently directs his competitive efforts towards cycling. ----- It doesn’t take a genius to realize that the best fitness programs combine both good diet and regular exercise. While healthy eating habits can take a seasonal ‘hit’ (think Halloween candy and Christmas sweets), staying diligent with regular exercise can also get to be a problem at certain times of the year.  I’m talking about trying to stay in shape through the cold storms of … [Read more...]