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Ways to Start Running and Never Look Back
By Emily Lockhart Fitness News & Advice

Ways to Start Running and Never Look Back

For those who’ve already reached their fitness levels, it’s an excellent way to stay fit and feel good, as running, like many other forms of intense exercise, can release endorphins that make us feel mentally rejuvenated. The good news is that just about anyone can become a successful runner—it just takes a few simple but important steps to get started on your way.

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Reasons Why Cold-Weather Running Rocks
By Catherine Roberts Fitness News & Advice

Reasons Why Cold-Weather Running Rocks

During the winter and cooler days of early spring, local gyms tend to be packed with people while it’s rare to see someone running around the neighborhood. However, so long as conditions are reasonable (as in, not dangerous due to ice or visibility), there’s nothing wrong with running outside during the colder months. In fact, there […]

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Healthy Ways to Condition Yourself for Athletic Competition
Medically Reviewed by Eric Leckie, PT Your Health

Healthy Ways to Condition Yourself for Athletic Competition

The first trick is getting yourself into the mindset that you want to tackle the challenge head-on, and maybe start visualizing your victory. Then there are a number of dietary and exercise regimes you can follow to get yourself into optimal shape for the big contest.

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Sports That Burn Through Calories
By Jeff Hayward Fitness News & Advice

Sports That Burn Through Calories

Not all sports are created equal—some are more individual-based than team-based, and while some provide a great workout, we can’t say they’re the “healthiest” because they may involve contact that can lead to short-term and long-term injuries. However, what they have mostly in common is they get your heart rate up and require mental and physical exertion.

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