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Want to Run a Half Marathon? Tips and Tricks to Get You to the Finish Line
If you've mastered the 5K and crossed the finish line of its double-distance cousin, the 10K, you can now contemplate running a half marathon. The half marathon is a tricky [...]
Why Can’t I Lift as Much as My Teammate?
Q: I do the same workouts as my teammate, yet I can’t lift as much as he can. What am I doing wrong? A: You’d think that doing the exact [...]
Soy vs. Whey Protein
Whey protein has ruled protein supplementation for years. But recent changes in how protein is processed have made soy protein a viable alternative. Still, many meat eaters turn their noses [...]
An Introduction to Strength Training for Runners
Just running won't help you reach your potential as a runner. Too many distance runners and sprinters limit themselves by forgoing strength training. Strength training is the most important non-running [...]
Are You Ready for the Arctic Enema?
I knew the Tough Mudder would test both my physical and mental endurance. That’s why I wanted to try this self-proclaimed “toughest event on the planet.” After running through more [...]
Should You Trick Your Kids Into Eating Healthier?
Even if you serve nutritious foods at home, outside influences often cause kids to pick junk food over broccoli and carrots. To sneakily hide vegetables, cookbook authors have created recipes [...]
Cyclical Bulking: The Muscle-Building Nutrition Strategy
Have you ever gone through a bulking phase and failed to achieve your goal? If you don't bulk correctly, there's a good chance you will end up looking like Santa [...]
Don’t Become a Statistic: Eat Healthy
How many times are you told to "eat your fruits and vegetables?" Well, according to an October report from the Journal of Nutrition, 88% of Americans fail to heed this advice. [...]
Low-Carb Diet Plan
Author's Note: The following article is intended for those looking to lose weight, not for athletes in the middle of their training season. If you are an athlete who wants to [...]
Are You Ready for a Tough Mudder?
Are you afraid of heights? Do you cringe at thought of tight spaces? Do you hate getting dirty or can't tolerate extreme temperatures? If so, you can skip this article. [...]