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Sharing Your Old Shoes

I like it when I stumble upon a story about regular people making a difference, so when read about Greg Woodburn and Jennifer Pierce, I knew I had to blog about them. Greg is a sophomore at the University of Southern California. He ran track in high school, but knee and hip injuries forced him to quit. He wasn’t happy that he had to quit running, but his parents, Woody and Lisa, pointed out that some kids can’t run because they don’t even have running shoes. That point stuck with Greg. He began collecting castoff shoes of family and friends, … Continue reading →

Sand Running Risks

According to researchers, 20 minutes of sand running is equivalent to an hour of jogging on the street. Now that’s incentive to workout at the beach. Running on sand is a great activity with tremendous health benefits. Unfortunately, it doesn’t come without risks. When running on soft sand you need to be extra cautious in order to remain injury-free. Sand is an inconsistent surface and you can easily strain your Achilles tendons or calves if you are not careful. This is true if you run with or without shoes. Shoes are a big issue with runners who opt to workout … Continue reading →

For the Love of Running

I don’t love to run. In fact, on most days I dread the thought of having to lace up my Brooks Ariels and hitting the trails near my home. Still, I do it, because it is a cheap way to maintain a decent fitness level and it allows me to occasionally devour my daughter’s leftover jelly donuts with the least amount of guilt possible. Apparently I am not the only one. According to a new survey, more and more people are turning to running as a way to get fit. Officials from some of the biggest marathons and triathlons in … Continue reading →

Running: It’s All About the Shoes–Part 2

Now that you’ve determined that you need a new pair of running shoes (the forefoot is shifted medially and laterally or you’re always suffering injury) and you’ve found the best place to shop, consider the following tips to get the right fit: Work the Shoe. Experts recommend that you leave a finger’s width between your longest toe and the end of the shoe. Meaning each shoe you try on should have an index finger’s width between your longest toe and the end of the toe box. Once you get the shoe on don’t be afraid to move around in it. … Continue reading →

How Can I Improve? A Question for All of Us

I believe that it is truly important as an employee (but as a person in general, to always ask yourself how you can improve in certain areas of your life. If you feel that your eating habits leave little to be desired, then you should consider eating better foods. If you have been lagging behind in the exercise department, it might be time to dust off those running shoes and take them out for a jog. Do you have a bad habit that you need to break? Then sit down and make a plan to do so. To me, life … Continue reading →

If The Shoe Fits

I would venture to guess that most Americans have donned a pair of Nike shoes at some point in their lives. I completed three marathons wearing Nike running shoes. The particular shoe I wear addresses my needs as a severe over-pronator. But, as I’m sure you are well aware Nike offers dozens of different styles of athletic shoes, and now their latest creation is making headlines. For the first time in the company’s history it has created a shoe specifically for American Indians. Designers say they did so in an effort to promote physical fitness in the population that is … Continue reading →

Spring Forward to Action: Running Tips for Kids

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Encouraging our kids to get more exercise is a parent’s duty. We need to kick them out of the house and off the video game players and out into the yard, to the park or to the playground where they can run. Where they can be kids, playing with other kids and being active. I can’t stress this enough because it’s important and with childhood obesity on the rise and the fact that the choices our kids make right now will affect their lifestyle choices for the rest of their lives. But you know that. I know you know that. … Continue reading →

How to Get Started … Running

Running is a workout that can take you anywhere and that you can do anywhere. You don’t need a lot of special equipment and you don’t need a membership in a health club. All you need is a good, sturdy pair of shoes and the road beneath your feet. If you can walk outdoors, you can run. When you run, you work up quite a sweat and you burn a lot of calories. Running is not better for you than walking, it is not worse for you than walking. Physical activity is physical activity and all you need to figure … Continue reading →

The Gift of Fit Living

What is one of the best gifts you could give this holiday season?  How about the gift of health? Maybe you have been thinking about what to buy for someone you love.  Or you have been asked what you would like for Christmas.  The following are some fit living gift ideas. Let’s start with an easy one.  How about a gym club membership?  Sometimes you can get really good deals at this time of year.  You might receive a discount for the first year or three months free.   Shop around and see what’s out there. Fitness gadgets and accessories make … Continue reading →

June Bargains

This month, the month of June, offers some special savings on certain items. Review the list, and if you need to purchase any of these products, get them now, when they are at their lowest prices of the year. Outdoor sports equipment and clothing If you run, walk, or cross train, or are thinking about starting a fitness program, now is the time to get your sneakers or sports shoes. Focus on last years models for a huge discount. Sports bras, shorts, and other exercise clothing will also be on sale or on clearance. Last year, I picked up all … Continue reading →