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To Run or To Run-Walk

by Michele Cheplic

When I was training for my first marathon I briefly considered using legendary runner-turned coach Jeff Galloway's run-walk method. Contrary to what you might think, the technique doesn't include taking walking breaks when fatigue hits; rather it requires taking brief walk breaks when you're not.

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More Ways to Make Running Fun

by Michele Cheplic

I have Oprah Winfrey to thank for making my hour-long runs tolerable. When I was training for my first marathon (in the dead of winter) I would run on the treadmill at my gym.

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Make Running Fun

by Michele Cheplic

If you are a recreational runner looking to kick up your workouts a few notches, I highly recommend running a marathon. I know; it may sound crazy at first, but if you are logging the miles anyway, you might as well put all that hard work to good use.

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Stay Fit and Have Fun

by Michele Cheplic

Who says exercise has to be boring? Now that the weather is finally beginning to cooperate you can say goodbye to marathon sessions on your gym's treadmill and hello to the real deal. Road races hosted by popular U.S.

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Benefits of a Trainer

by Michele Cheplic

I started lifting weights in college. My boyfriend at the time was training for a bodybuilding competition and the gym was one of the few places he enjoyed being. Needless to say, he became my trainer, of sorts, during the early part of our relationship.

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Finding Your Perfect Pace

by Michele Cheplic

Shortly after registering for my first marathon (way back in 1999) I joined a local running group called: Pacesetters. Little did I know how appropriate the group's name would prove to be, especially for someone like me who knew nothing about prepping to run 26.2 miles.

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Yet Another Reason to Run

by Michele Cheplic

We all know that running is an excellent way to get fit. An exercise program, which includes running, can help you lose weight, build stamina and muscle, lower your blood pressure, increase metabolism, and decrease body fat.

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Marathon Runners Can Rock and Roll Again

by Michele Cheplic

While training for my first marathon (way) back in 1999, the one thing I never left home without was my Walkman.

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The Best Part of Marathon Training: Tapering

by Michele Cheplic

With just over a week to go until the Honolulu Marathon, several of my close friends are entering my favorite part of marathon training--tapering.

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Runners vs. Drivers-Sharing the Road with Lunatics on Four Wheels

by Michele Cheplic

Granted I have never been pelted with a half-eaten jelly donut while cruising down the street on my morning run, but I've had my share of empty plastic bottles hurled in my direction over the years.

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