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Why Run?

When you envision running, you probably will fall into one of two categories. Either you love it or you hate it; sometimes it is even a love/hate relationship. But what makes people love it? And what makes people who hate it keep doing it? It is likely that the benefits outweigh the hatred (if there is any hatred).
Mental Benefits
Health Benefits
Community Benefits

Know About Safety.

Be sure that you know the area you plan to run in and how safe it is. Either run with someone, carry a cell phone or mace, or run with a well-trained dog. These safety measures are especially important for women. It's also a good idea to learn some basic personal safety and understand what makes a victim.
• Tips for Running Safely

Know About Stretching.

Stretching routines are a great thing to talk to your doctor about when you visit him/her. Your doctor can help you set up a stretching routine that is best for your needs. There is a debate among runners as to the proper time to stretch, or, in fact, whether it is important to stretch at all. Because there is not a fixed suggestion for stretching, new runners would do best to listen to the advice of their doctors or try a number of different routines to see what works best for them personally.
• Stretching for runners - Brief Article
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8 Great Stretches for Runners

Understand Injury Prevention Concepts.

Talk to your doctor, a specialist, a sports massage therapist, or the folks at your local running store for information on your body mechanics and which injuries you may be heading for, due to natural tendencies and your running style. Analyze what type of feet you have and be sure to run in the right shoes.
• Analyze Your Foot Type
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Avoid Injuries from Day 1

The 25 Golden Rules of Running
You learned the golden rule back in grade school: Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. But runners, being gluttons for instruction, need more than just one rule. Here, then, are 25 of the most universally accepted rules of running. [read article]

 

 

 

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