Sweat Test – Running

June 6, 2011

This time of year it’s vital that runners stay optimally hydrated.  Too much water can be as dangerous as too little because you can flush out your electrolytes with over hydration and cause your blood pressure to drop dangerously low.   A great way to determine how much water to take in during a run is [...]

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Are Marathons Too Crowded?

June 1, 2011

I just registered to run the Houston marathon for the 3rd time; and now I have to wait and hope that my name gets drawn out of a hat.   The lottery is being increasingly used to determine who gets to run and who doesn’t because marathon running has become a major pastime. I started running [...]

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Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners

May 14, 2011

Marathon Training Schedule For Beginners. Beginning runners often find that setting a lofty running goal is the catalyst that transforms running, from a casual hobby, to a serious passion.  For many, that goal is a marathon.  For beginners, selecting a marathon training schedule can be a confusing task because there are so many “out of [...]

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Running In The Heat

May 10, 2011

Like it or not the hot weather is upon us and the heat can’t stop us from running.  This morning I finished my run at 7:15 and it was already uncomfortable  out.  While 80 degrees doesn’t exactly put me in the danger zone, this is Texas and it could be 105 next month; and even [...]

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Running For Weight Loss

May 5, 2011

Running To Lose Weight This blog has discussed much about running and weight loss, but not much on running for weight loss.  The reason is I have always thought of running and weight loss as separate activities.   However, for those running to lose weight, I want to put some advice out there.  I think it’s [...]

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Marathon Thoughts – The Video

April 27, 2011

You have read my experience with bloody nipples and we all know of Beth’s adventures in pooping.  Here’s a pretty funny video of some very real marathon thoughts.

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Running Tips From A Seasoned Marathoner

April 24, 2011

I met Dave on an airplane.  He had a copy of Born To Run in his lap and before we ever taxied from the gate we were talking running.  It’s not an uncommon thing in this sport.  Dave was kind enough to send me an email about his BQ efforts.  With his permission I have [...]

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Fab Four Friday

April 15, 2011

Here are four posts this week worth checking out. These first two are on injury prevention and recovery.  I’ve been haunted by injuries this year and thought these two posts were spot on. Lessons Learned From Being Injured. Listen To Your Body This next one brought me chills when I read it.  Our girl Beth [...]

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